Hello BBBB Friends:
Happy Mother’s Day! It was another great week for new listings. I’m featuring 7 today so be sure to scroll down to see them all as well as changes to status and price of homes Still on My List.
HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN THE HEIGHTS
Houston Heights Association Virtual Monthly Meeting is tomorrow, Monday, May 10 from 6:30-8:00 pm. The topic will be ‘Discovering Our Great Outdoors’ featuring parks, community centers, art, and more. Details HERE.
If you are a composter, want to be one, or just want to know more about it, check out the Recycled Food Waste program sponsored by neighborhood Girl Scout Monica Orozco, Zero Waste Houston, and the Houston Heights Association. The next drive-through event is Wednesday, May 12 from 5:00-8:00 pm. Details HERE.
Finally, the third offering in the Heights Spring Concert Series will be held next Saturday from 3:00-5:00 pm at Marmion Park. The performing artists will The Allen Oldies Bank. BYO blanket, snacks, and beverages. Details HERE.
Let’s go look at houses or talk about selling yours!!!
Becky
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*Note: For purposes of BBBB, the “Heights” is defined as the area between I-10 and Loop 610 N and between Shepherd and I-45).
The Week’s Featured Properties
117 Munford: $475,000
- Milroy Place
- Craftsman Bungalow c. 1920
- 2/1, 971 sq ft on 5200 sq ft lot
- Kitchen and bath updates
- Large primary bedroom w/sitting area and walk-in closet
- Bonus flex room off garage (252 sq ft)
- Front driveway access to 1 car detached garage
- Curbed street provides additional parking
- Zoned to Helms Elementary
I’m a fan of Milroy Place. It’s a small subdivision, between 23rd and 25th Streets just east of Yale, with lots of cute well kept bungalows and new construction. It’s home to Halbert Park which has basketball and tennis courts and a small playground.
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517 Columbia: $625,000
- Heights South Historic District
- Folk Victorian bungalow c. 1920
- 2/2, 1260 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Renovated/expanded in 2011 by Lucas Craftsmanship
- Vintage architectural details include exposed shiplap, beadboard paneling, and original door hardware
- Expansive back yard
- Driveway parking (no garage)
- Curbed street provides additional parking
- Zoned to Harvard Elementary
Location provides easy access to I-10 and is within walking distance of Colivare and other White Oak restaurants.
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429 W 21st St: $734,000
- Houston Heights
- Victorian c. 2003 by Renwick Homes
- 3/3/1, 3004 sq ft on 3500 sq ft lot
- Two primary suites up, 1 secondary bedroom down w/full bath
- Office or 4th bedroom
- Screened-in balcony ❤️
- Combination cocktail POOL and hot tub
- Alley access to 2 car detached garage
- Pad parking in front
- Zoned to Helms Elementary
With a walk score of 89, most errands can be done on foot including grocery shopping, dining, and shopping. The hike and bike trail is also just steps away.
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1040 Waverly: $775,000
- Houston Heights
- Craftsman bungalow circa 1925
- 3/2/1, 1747 sq ft on a 4400 sq ft lot
- Renovated in 2009 with recent updates including paint and fixtures
- Small backyard includes flagstone patio and landscaping
- Garage APT (700 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full kitchen & bath, potential garage parking)
- Alley access to 3 car detached garage
- Pad parking in front
- Zoned to Love Elementary
The garage/garage apartment was built in 2012. Rental rates for the garage apartment have been as high as $1550/month. The property is located one block from Hike and Bike Trail and within walking distance to local restaurants.
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316 W 17th St: $799,000
- Houston Heights
- Greek Revival c. 2011 by Sullivan Builders
- 3/2/1, 2201 sq ft on 3400 sq ft lot
- Double gallery front porches
- Two living areas
- Small green spaces with artificial turf front and back
- Alley access to 2 car detached garage
- Curbed street provides additional parking
- Zoned to Helms Elementary
On the south side of this block, you’ll find a series of New Orleans style homes by Sullivan Builders. Mature trees spanning the block offer a charming streetscape. Convenient to all the fun stuff on 19th & 20th Streets.
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1541 Tulane: $1,050,000
- Heights West Historic District
- Colonial Revival c. 1899
- 3/3/1, 2348 sq ft on 7250 sq ft lot
- Kitchen and bath updates
- Bonus room on the 3rd floor
- POOL and Poolhouse
- Wonderfully landscaped grounds
- Outdoor storage space (boat, recreational vehicles)
- Side street access to 2 car detached garage (2020)
- Curbed streets provide additional parking
- Zoned to Love Elementary
Fun fact, there are actually two historic Heights homes built for Dr. Penn Thorton and his wife Annie. This is the first, built-in 1889 and it is registered with the National Register of Historic Places. The second, which is noted with a historic marker, is located at 327 W 16th and was built 16 years later in 1905. It is also a Colonial Revival but with vastly different front elevation.
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1408 Waverly: $1,590,000
- Houston Heights
- Victorian c. 2005 by Tricon
- 4/2/1, 3312 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Renovated 2020
- Wineroom
- Back yard features a POOL/spa, flagstone patio and green space
- Garage APT (528 sq ft, efficiency, full bath, kitchenette)
- Alley access to 2 car detached garage
- Pad parking in front
- Zoned to Love Elementary
Beautiful renovation with high-end finishes by the original owners. The home includes a massive 50 sq ft mudroom. That’s quite the drop zone for shoes, backpacks and clothes.
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This Week’s Price Reductions & Status Updates
No price changes to report
OPTION PENDING
912 Pizer: $575,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Brick bungalow c.1921
- 2/2, 1149 sq ft on 5200 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $575,000
- Days on Market: 4
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OPTION PENDING
1534 Nicholson: $715,000
- Houston Heights
- Greek Revival c. 2005 by Bastion Builders
- 3/2/1, 2220 sq ft on 3300 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $715,000
- Days on Market: 3
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OPTION PENDING
614 E 13th St: $799,999
- Houston Heights
- Articulated Craftsman bungalow c. 1930
- 3/3, 2011 sq ft on 5001 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $799,999
- Days on Market: 4
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OPTION PENDING
915 Tulane: $1,050,000
- Houston Heights
- Modern Craftsman c. 2011 by GTB Homes
- 3/2/1, 2711 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $1,050,000
- Days on Market: 2
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OPTION PENDING
721 E 17th St: $1,089,000
- Pinelawn
- Modern Craftsman c. 2011 by T&W Builders
- 4/2/1, 2664 sq ft on 5000 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $1,089,000
- Days on Market: 11
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OPTION PENDING
706 Mosby Circle: $1,749,900
- Houston Heights
- Italianate inspired c. 1994 by Sterling Homes
- 4/3/1, 3169 sq ft on 14,221 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $1,749,900
- Days on Market: 6
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Going, Going Gone!
SOLD
2616 Columbia: $485,000
- Sunset Heights
- Pediment bungalow c. 1920
- 2/2, 1132 sq ft on 4500 sq ft lot
- Price at Time of Contract: $499,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 97%
- Original List Price: $499,000
- Days on Market: 113
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SOLD
1016 E 14th St: $585,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow c. 1926
- 2/2, 1405 sq ft on a 5200 sq ft lot
- Price at Time of Contract: $550,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 106%
- Original List Price: $550,000
- Days on Market: 4
- Seller Contribution to Closing Costs: $7,500
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SOLD
612 Cordell: $778,500
- Brooke Smith
- Bungalow circa 1920
- 3/3, 2789 sq ft on 5000 ft lot
- Price at Time of Contract: $815,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 96%
- Original List Price: $850,000
- Days on Market: 199
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SOLD
711 Key: $910,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow c. 1945
- 3/2/1, 2738 sq ft on 5616 sq ft lot
- Price at Time of Contract: $900,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 101%
- Original List Price: $900,000
- Days on Market: 3
- Seller Contribution to Closing Costs: $10,000
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SOLD
915 Harvard: $920,000
- Heights South Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow c. 1920
- 4/3, 2026 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Price at Time of Contract: $849,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 108%
- Original List Price: $849,900
- Days on Market: 3
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SOLD
109 Tabor: $950,000
- Brooke Smith
- Modern Craftsman built in 2014 by T&W Builders
- 4/2/1, 2714 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
- Price at Time of Contract: $950,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 100%
- Original List Price: $1,000,000
- Days on Market: 80
- Seller’s Contribution to closing costs: $9,260
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Sold
1512 Rutland: $1,225,000
- Heights West Historic District
- Contemporary/Modern c. 2009 by Para Design
- 3/3/1, 2730 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Price at time of contract: $1,150,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 107%
- Original List Price: $1,150,000
- Days on Market: 2
But wait, there’s more…
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