Hello BBBB Friends:
While not exactly sweater weather, the lower temperatures, and low humidity are a welcome relief from the oppressive heat. Be sure to spray down the kids lest they be born away by mosquitos🦟. I’m showcasing a charming remodeled bungalow today in addition to four large and stunning new and recently built homes. Keep scrolling down for price improvements, new contracts, and final sales for those homes that are Still on My List.
LAND OF LUXURY
The Heights as a luxury real estate market is a fairly new phenomenon. For HAR, a luxury home is one that costs $750,000 or more, which is more than double the median price of single-family homes in Houston. Ten years ago, only 6% of Heights’ single-family home sales fell into this category, but by 2017 that percentage had increased to 19%. Hurricane Harvey that year was a threshold event. Many families from flooded areas of Bellaire and Memorial headed to the Heights and the higher ground the Heights is named for. While the memory of Harvey has faded, the desirability of the Heights has only increased. This year, over 42% of all single-family homes sold in the Heights have been priced over $750,000. By 2023, the percentage of high-end real estate in the Heights will be over 50%. For those of us who have been here a while and seen the transformation firsthand, that is a staggering number. For my part, I hope that the Heights will retain its unique character and continue to be quirky, quaint, and cool.
Have a great week and,
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
827 Key: $825,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow, c. 1926
- 4/2, 1782 sq ft on a 5512 sq ft lot
- Updated kitchen, renovated baths
- Primary bedroom plus 1 secondary up; 2 secondary bedrooms down
- New roof (2020)
- Covered back porch, brick patio, small yard + putting green
- Gated driveway access to 2-car detached garage
- Curbed street
- Zoned to Browning Elementary
Mature trees shade the front porch and enhance the curb appeal of the home. Proctor Plaza Park is just a block away.
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446 W 27th St: 849,900
- Houston Heights
- Modern Craftsman, c. 2022, by Eaton Homes
- 4/3/1, 2925 sq ft on 3275 sq ft lot
- Open concept living & dining with a galley kitchen
- Wide-plank oak flooring throughout
- Higher-end finishes
- All bedrooms up
- Covered porch and small yard
- Driveway access to a front-entry garage
- A double-wide driveway provides additional parking
- Zoned to Helms Elementary
Light and bright new construction. Hint: Builders do not like to negotiate prices as it tends to reset the price of other units. Try negotiating for upgrades such as an appliance package, window coverings, help with buyer closing costs, or an interest rate buy-down.
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1111 Ashland: $1,175,000
- Houston Heights
- Prairie inspired, c. 2017, by Modern Bungalow
- 3/3, 3144 sq ft on a 4400 sq ft lot
- The trim package includes crown moldings, built-ins, and reclaimed floors
- Study or 4th bedroom down w/access to full bath
- Primary bedroom with tray ceiling and sitting room
- Great primary closet 👠👠
- Covered back porch and small yard
- Alley access to 2-car detached garage
- Double parking pad in front
- Zoned to Love Elementary
The Heights Hike and Bike Trail and restaurants, including Hando, Loro, Chivos, Lola’s, and Dish Society, are just a short walk away.
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1135 Waverly: $1,995,000
- Houston Heights
- Modern Farmhouse, c. 2021, by Ansari Homes
- 4/4, 4478 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Chef’s kitchen with Thermador appliances and integrated refrigerator
- Study or 5th bedroom down w/access to a full bath
- Covered back porch and covered walkway to the garage
- POOL and a bit of turfed green space
- Garage APT (580 sq ft, efficiency, full bath)
- Alley access to 2-car detached garage
- Pad parking in front for 2 cars
- Zoned to Love Elementary
Gorgeous recent construction with high-end finishes and special features, including a 1200-bottle wine room, home automation system, and a whole house generator.
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325 W 17th St: $1,945,000
- Houston Heights
- Modern Farmhouse c. 2021, by IBuild Concepts
- 4/4, 3819 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Wide-plank oak flooring throughout
- Chef’s kitchen w/waterfall island & high-end appliances
- Office or 4th bedroom down w/ensuite bath
- Game room on the second floor
- Covered porch with outdoor kitchen
- Cocktail pool and plenty of turfed green space
- Guest HOUSE (385 sq ft, 1-bedroom, kitchenette & full bath)
- Front-entry garage
- A double-wide driveway provides additional parking
- Zoned to Helms Elementary
Great walkability with easy access to the Hike and Bike Trail as well as restaurants and shops on 19th & 20th Streets.
This Week’s Price Reductions & Status Updates
PRICE REDUCED
914 Rutland: $775,000 was $799,000
- Houston Heights
- Cottage c. 1910
- 3/2, 2082 sq ft on 5324 sq ft lot
- Kitchen and bath updates
- All bedrooms down
- Game room/office/flex space up
- Back yard with deck, patio, and artificial turf
- Climate-controlled bonus room in the garage
- Alley access to 2 car detached garage
- Front parking space
- Zoned to Harvard Elementary
The pictures really do not communicate the charm of this cottage! Great location, mere blocks from MKT, Heights Merchantile, and the Hike and Bike Trail.
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PRICE REDUCED
1644 Columbia: $1,299,000 was $1,350,000
- Heights East Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow c 1920
- 4/3, 3732 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Expanded/renovated in 2011
- 4th bedroom or office down w/ensuite bath
- Open game room flex space up
- Covered porch with flagstone patio
- Covered pavilion for entertaining ❤️
- Back and side yard are graveled, lovely green space in front
- Curbed street plus off-street parking
- Alley access to 2-car attached garage
- Zoned to Field Elementary
This is one of my favorite blocks in the Heights. It is a wide, tree-lined street with recent construction as well as bungalows. Heights High and Field Elementary are 2 1/2 blocks away.
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PRICE REDUCED
1416 Arlington: $1,499,000 was $1,549,000
- Heights East Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow c. 1930
- 4/4/1, 3388 sq ft on 6389 sq ft lot
- Expanded/renovated in 2014
- Coffered ceilings in living areas and kitchen
- Butler’s pantry/bar with serving window for entertaining
- Office or 4th bedroom with ensuite bath down
- Primary and 2 secondary baths up with ensuite baths
- Screened back porch with summer kitchen
- Back yard with artificial turf
- Gated driveway access to 2-car detached garage
- Curbed street
- Zoned to Field Elementary
Heights High school is less than a block away. During the week, after classes and after-school activities have concluded, the track is available for use by the general public. It is also open on weekends.
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OPTION PENDING
921 W Gardner: $660,000
- Cash subdivision
- Arts & Crafts bungalow c.1930
- 2/2, 1572 sq ft on 4850 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $660,000
- Days on Market: 25
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PENDING CONTINUE TO SHOW
920 W Temple: $749,000
- Norhill Historic District
- Craftsman bungalow c. 1920
- 3/2, 1384 sq ft on 5200 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $749,000
- Days on Market: 5
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OPTION PENDING
1524 Columbia: $750,000
- Heights East Historic District
- Clipped Gable Front bungalow c. 1920
- 3/2, 1623 sq ft on 6600 sq ft lot
- Original List Price: $750,000
- Days on Market: 6
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Going, Going Gone!
SOLD
782 Nicholson: $474,950
- Houston Heights
- Contemporary, c. 2010 by Schwab Design
- 3/3/1, 2076 sq ft on a 1694 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $474,950
- List to Sell Ratio: 100%
- Original List Price: $474,950
- Days on Market: 3
- Seller Contribution to Buyer Closing Costs: $1,000
- Title Paid By: Seller
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SOLD
803 Aurora: $585,000
- Sunset Heights
- Prairie-style bungalow, c. 1920
- 2/2, 1124 sq ft on a 4500 sq ft lot
- Price at the Time of Contract: $613,500
- List to Sell Ratio: 95%
- Original List Price: $613,500
- Days on Market: 2
- Title Paid By: Seller
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SOLD
737 Tulane: $949,000
- Houston Heights-Tulane Trails
- Greek Revival, c. 2018 by Sullivan Brothers
- 3/2/1, 2361 sq ft on a 3300 sq ft lot.
- Price at the Time of Contract: $950,000
- List to Sell Ratio: 100%
- Original List Price: $950,000
- Days on Market: 2
- Title Paid By: Seller
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But wait, there’s more…
This is just the latest and greatest; however, there are still lots more on my list that you can check out here:
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