Updated: 02/15/25

Each week I send out an update on my best NEW bungalow bets around the Heights, along with market and listing updates. If you haven’t already signed up to receive those, you can do so here. Below is a collection of my best bungalow bets that have been featured in previous weeks. Check back often, and as always don’t hesitate to give me a call if you’d like to see one of these gems for yourself.

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503 Vincent: $575,000

• Brooke Smith
• Craftsman Bungalow, c. 2013 by Mid City Rem Contr
• 3/2, 1703 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Updated kitchen and baths
• Charming kitchen with prep island
• Primary suite with walk-in closet
• Refinished large side/back porch with green space and patio area
• Gated access to a 1-car “gar-port” with storage
• Driveway entrance to 2-car attached/detached garage
• Zoned to Browning Elementary

This home is a charming replica of a Craftsman bungalow, combining all the charm of the style with fewer maintenance concerns often associated with older structures. Complete with a welcoming front porch perfect for morning coffee or evening chats, this home’s thoughtful design and features make it a delightful surprise despite its proximity to I-45. While it may be a tad farther than walking distance to some local favorites like Pinkerton’s BBQ and Cantina Barba—it boasts excellent access to I-45.

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1205 Northwood: $660,000

• Brooke Smith
• Craftsman Bungalow, c. 1940
• 3/2, 1,828 sq ft home on a 4,800 sq ft lot
• Updated kitchen and baths
• Hardwood floors plus wainscoting
• Updated kitchen with oversized island and quartz countertops
• Primary suite with reading nook, walk-in closet & spa-like bath
• Backyard with greenspace and graveled area for a patio
• Gated driveway with “Garport” and storage.
• Long driveway for additional parking
• Browning Elementary School

If you are the outdoors type then this home’s location is a winner. Only steps from Monte Beach Park, you can stroll down to the trails, water pad, basketball courts and more.

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1026 Louise: $750,000

• Sunset Heights
• Bungalow, c. 1928
• 4/3/1, 2,247 sq ft home on a 5,000 sq ft lot
• Recently remodeled and expanded
• Hardwood floors throughout
• Island kitchen with quartz countertops
• Primary suite with cozy reading nook and walk-in closet
• Recent addition with wet bar, family room and versatile fourth bedroom
• Gated driveway with parking court
• Curbed street
• Field Elementary School

Fun fact: the derecho in May knocked over an elevated garage apartment with parking beneath. The back addition replaced that structure.

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1523 Allston: $725,000

• Heights West Historic District
• Craftsman bungalow, c. 1920
• 2/1, 1094 sq ft home on a 6600 sq ft lot
• High ceilings
• Original hardwood floors, crown molding, and plantation shutters throughout
• Large primary bedroom with windows on two sides
• Secondary bedroom includes built-in shelving for extra storage
• Bathroom with clawfoot tub/shower combination
• Expansive raised back deck, fenced green space and landscaping
• Guest HOUSE (Efficiency, 378 sq ft with kitchenette and full bath)
• Graveled driveway
• Curbed street
• Love Elementary School

The charming guest house (casita) is too cute to resist—perfect for hosting guests, creating a cozy workspace, or even a stylish little retreat of your own.

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609 E 24th St: $840,000

• Sunset Heights
• Craftsman Bungalow, c. 1928
• 3/2, 1,778 sq ft home on a 5,760 sq ft lot
• Renovated kitchen and primary bath
• Updated downstairs full bath with original claw-foot tub
• Two secondary bedrooms downstairs
• Primary suite upstairs with additional flex space
• Large backyard with covered deck and pergola—room for a pool!
• Garage apartment (480 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full kitchen, full bath)
• Gated driveway access to 2-car detached garage
• Curbed street
• Field Elementary School

Back on our list almost 5 years later – not much has changed. The red exterior paint is still a bold choice that contrasts with the white bricks and trim and gives this home great curb appeal.

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2014 Singleton: $995,000

• Sunset Heights
• Modern Queen Anne, c. 2007
• 3/2/1, 2,688 sq ft home on a 4,200 sq ft lot
• Double-gallery wrap-around porches with wrought iron railings and classic architectural details
• Renovated kitchen features oversized island, glass-front refrigerator, and floor-to-ceiling cabinetry
• All bedrooms up with access to balconies
• Covered back porch and brick patio with water feature
• Garage APT (480 sq ft, full kitchen, full bath)
• Driveway access to a 2-car detached garage with EV charger
• Field Elementary School

With its classic New Orleans-inspired design, this home is all about porches, balconies, and easy indoor-outdoor living. Got a craving for a breakfast taco? Chilosos is just around the corner on 20^th Street.

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711 Tulane: $999,950

• Tulane Trails
• Greek Revival, c. 2017 by Sullivan Brothers Builders
• 3/2/1, 2,250 sq ft home on a 3,300 sq ft lot
• Double-gallery front porches
• Trim package includes reclaimed oak floors, wainscoting, and crown molding
• Primary suite with double closets and access to a private balcony
• Secondary bedrooms with shared bath
• Covered back porch and small yard with low-maintenance artificial turf
• Detached 2-car garage with alley access
• Gravel parking pad for additional parking in front
• Love Elementary School

Tulane Trails is a neighborhood of Creole-style homes built by Sullivan Brothers. The Hike and Bike trail runs immediately to the south of the development and provides easy access to M-K-T, Heights Mercantile, and Lawrence Park.

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610 Tabor: $1,290,000

• Brooke Smith
• Contemporary, c. 2023, by Patrick Dumana
• 4/3/3, 5,176 sq ft home on a 5,000 sq ft lot
• Expansive open-concept living with wide plank White Oak flooring
• Home office
• Island kitchen with Black Honed Granite and White Quartz countertops, GE Monogram appliances, and a custom refrigerator cabinet
• Separate butler’s kitchen
• Massive upstairs game room with balcony and gas firepit
• Huge primary suite with high ceilings and large walk-in closet
• Safe room with reinforced concrete walls
• Driveway access to attached 2-car garage with epoxy flooring
• Parking pads in front
• Browning Elementary School

This unusual 5,000+ square foot home is possibly the largest in Brooke Smith. The yard is restricted to a fenced front, while a long driveway and a porte-cochere offer covered space for parties. Need more play space? Monte Beach Park is only a few blocks away.

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701 Archer: $1,350,000

• Brooke Smith
• Bungalow, c. 1920
• 2024 Renovation/Expansion
• 4/4/1, 3,994 sq ft home on a 5,000 sq ft corner lot
• The original bungalow (928 sq ft) was taken to the studs and elevated
• Study/home office with storage
• Two primary suites — one on each floor
• Kitchen with large island, hidden butler’s pantry with secondary fridge
• Expansive game room
• Flex space could serve as 5^th bedroom
• Laundry room with built-in mud area, and dog-washing station
• Oversized 24-foot-long 2-car garage with EV charging station
• Gravel parking pad for additional parking
• Browning Elementary School

This renovation/expansion takes an unexpected approach. The original 928 sq ft bungalow was taken to the studs, elevated, and given a new front elevation, while a two-story addition appears seamlessly attached to the side. The contrast between the crisp white bungalow and the dark gray extension makes it feel like the bungalow decided to bring along a much bigger plus-one.

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519 Railey: $1,490,000

• Burrell (east of Norhill, north of Pecore)
• Contemporary, c. 2024 by IF Construction
• 5/4/1, 3399 sq ft home on a 3900 sq ft lot
• 12′ ceilings down and European White Oak flooring throughout
• First-floor office/study
• First-floor secondary bedroom with access to a full bath
• Island kitchen with Thermador appliances, 48″ range, built-in buffet, floating shelves, and stained white oak island
• Matching stained white oak built-ins with floating shelves in the family room
• Retractable glass doors connect the dining room to the covered back porch with an outdoor kitchen
• Expansive primary suite with vaulted ceilings
• Upstairs game room/family room with vaulted ceiling, connecting all bedrooms
• The backyard is a small green space; however, there is plenty of fenced greenspace in front (fence to be installed)
• Driveway access to a 2-car front-entry attached garage
• Curbed street
• Travis Elementary School

The home faces Tabor Street, and the address will likely be reassigned to a Tabor Street address. Railey dead-ends beside the house, creating a flexible area perfect for parking, pick-up ball games, or bike riding for small children.

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731 Arlington: $1,499,000

• Heights South Historic District
• Craftsman, c. 1920
• 4/4, 3,000 sq ft home on a 6,600 sq ft lot
• Expanded/ remodeled in 2023 with camel-back addition
• Formal living area
• Study/home office
• Family room with soaring ceilings and gas log fireplace
• First-floor primary suite with access to the backyard and private covered porch
• Upstairs secondary bedrooms, each with en-suite bath and custom closets
• Porte-cochere for covered parking and outdoor entertaining
• Gated driveway access to 2-car detached garage with alley access
• Harvard Elementary School

This Heights home may have started its life in 1920, but after a major rebuild, it’s now a mix of old soul and new bones. The original portion keeps its charm with reclaimed hardwoods and carefully chosen architectural salvage, including stunning accordion wood doors.

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815 Ridge: $1,489,000

• Woodland Terrace
• Craftsman Bungalow, c. 1920
• 4/4.5, 3,403 sq ft home on a 5,000 sq ft lot
• Living room with wood-burning brick fireplace and custom built-ins
• Home office with coffered ceiling and designer paint
• Open kitchen with oversized kitchen island, quartz countertops, and slab backsplash
• First-floor bedroom with en-suite bath
• Upstairs game room with secret storage behind custom-built bookshelves
• All bedrooms have en-suite baths
• Small backyard with green space
• Driveway access to attached 2-car garage
• Curbed street
• Travis Elementary School

Construction is now complete on this expanded and reconstructed home. This Craftsman bungalow is located just a short walk from Stude Park and the White Oak Hike and Bike Trail, with convenient access to I-10.

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2700 Morrison: $1,650,000

• Woodland Heights
• Modern farmhouse, c. 2024 by Modern Heights Homes
• 4/4, 3747 sq ft on a 5450 sq ft lot
• New construction
• Ceilings 11′ down, 10′ up
• White oak hardwood flooring
• Private office or 5th bedroom down w/full bath access
• Game room upstairs
• Primary suite with beautiful bath, custom closet, and bonus space
• Covered back porch overlooking a grassy backyard
• Driveway access to 2-car front-entry garage
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

Just a few blocks from Travis Elementary, Woodland Park, Stude Park, and the Hike and Bike Trail, with convenient access to downtown and I-10.

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2708 Morrison: $1,750,000

• Woodland Heights
• Modern Farmhouse, c. 2024 by Domain-97
• 4/3/1, 3,388 sq ft home on a 5,450 sq ft lot
• 12′ ceilings with energy-efficient low-E windows
• Kitchen with 48” Thermador gas range, and scullery
• Spacious family room with formal dining area
• Wide-plank white oak flooring throughout
• Covered back porch, small yard
• Driveway access to detached 2-car garage
• Curbed street
• Travis Elementary School

This Craftsman-inspired home is located just a short walk from Travis Elementary and Woodland Park. Convenient access to I-10.

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706 Wilken: $1,750,000

• Pinelawn
• Craftsman, c. 2003 by Renwick Homes
• 4/3/1, 3,619 sq ft home on a 10,000 sq ft lot
• Formal living/dining room combination
• Kitchen is open to a small den
• Open living area upstairs
• Primary suite with huge bedroom
• Fenced, landscaped green spaces
• Guest house (915 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full kitchen, full bath, loft space)
• Guest house has a large covered porch and saltwater POOL
• Gated driveway access with porte-cochere leading to detached 2-car garage
• Field Elementary School

While the main house is ready for a few updates, the guest house is a standout. With a vaulted wood ceiling, accordion glass doors opening to the pool, and a loft accessed by a sliding ladder, it’s a bright and airy retreat that feels like a staycation.

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720 Redan: $1,750,000

• Woodland Heights
• Modern farmhouse, c. 2024 by Renovative Thinking
• 5/4, 4,002 sq ft home on a 6,250 sq ft lot
• Kitchen with Thermador appliances and a scullery
• Attractive wood accent wall in the dining room and wall-papered accent wall in kitchen/breakfast aea
• Primary suite with a private sitting area
• Study or 5th bedroom down with an adjacent full bath
• Large second-floor game room
• Wide-plank engineered white oak flooring
• Spacious backyard with a covered patio
• Driveway access to 2-car front-entry garage
• Curbed street
• Travis Elementary School

Using accent walls and painted cabinets/built-ins is a beautiful departure from the typical white or grey palette often seen in new construction, adding character and charm.

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1009 Rutland: $1,819,900

• Houston Heights
• Modern Farmhouse, c. 2024 by Ansari Homes
• 4/4, 3,578 sq ft home on a 5,425 sq ft lot
• New Construction
• Formal dining room
• Home office or 5th bedroom with bath access
• Open-concept family room with hardwood floors and French doors leading to the back deck
• Kitchen with quartzite countertops, white oak island, and Thermador appliances plus breakfast area
• Primary bedroom with ensuite bath, lovely closet, and tray ceiling
• Fully fenced backyard with sprinkler system
• Garage apartment (530 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full kitchen, bath)
• Alley access to a 2-car detached garage with a covered walkway
• Curbed street
• Love Elementary School

Luxury home in a terrific location with parks, trails, and dining options nearby.

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501 E 27th St: $1,890,000

• Houston Heights
• Modern Farmhouse, c. 2024 by Ansari Homes
• 4/4, 3,578 sq ft home on a 5,425 sq ft lot
• New Construction
• Formal dining room
• Home office or 5th bedroom with bath access
• Open-concept family room with hardwood floors and French doors leading to the back deck
• Kitchen with quartzite countertops, white oak island, and Thermador appliances plus breakfast area
• Primary bedroom with ensuite bath, lovely closet, and tray ceiling
• Fully fenced backyard with sprinkler system
• Garage apartment (530 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full kitchen, bath)
• Alley access to a 2-car detached garage with a covered walkway
• Curbed street
• Love Elementary School

Luxury home in a terrific location with parks, trails, and dining options nearby.

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205 E 25th St: $2,050,000

• Sunset Heights
• Contemporary/Modern, c. 2015
• 4/4/1, 3,138 sq ft home on an 11,872 sq ft double lot
• Expansive living space with 31′ ceilings and an industrial glass-and-steel staircase
• Bonus nook under the stairs features low windows with views of the pool
• Kitchen with 15+ ft quartz island, hidden walk-in pantry, Gaggenau built-in fridge
• Primary suite with cathedral ceiling and dual headed oversized shower
• First-floor guest suite with en-suite bath and wall of custom closets
• Upstairs game room
• Panoramic retractable glass door seamlessly connects indoor living to the backyard
• Heated pool/spa, wood deck, and lush landscaping with an grassy side yard
• Garage-front 2-car attached garage with EV charging outlet
• Helms Elementary School

Finding a lot this size in the Heights is rare—this one comes with a stunning modern home, a pool, and an entire second lot of open green space. Inside, a multitude of windows flood the home with natural light. The possibilities here are as big as the yard.

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811 Allston: $2,100,000

• Houston Heights
• Traditional, c. 2024 by ALP Builders
• Wide-plank engineered white oak hardwood floors
• Study or 5th bedroom down with full bath access
• Thermador kitchen appliances with large island and a walk-in working pantry
• Primary suite with vaulted ceilings, larg closet with packing island
• Second-floor game room with double tray ceiling
• Covered patio overlooking a grassy backyard
• Gated driveway access to 2-car front-entry garage
• Harvard Elementary School

An advantage to this location is you are only a few blocks from just about anything but a full grocery store: shopping and dining at MKT and Heights Mercantile, plus Lawrence Park, Donovan Park, and the Hike and Bike Trail.

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1133 E 7th 1/2 St: $2,149,900

• Norhill (Woodland Heights area)
• Modern farmhouse, c. 2024 by Aspire Fine Homes
• 5/5/1, 4,477 sq ft home on a 7,860 sq ft lot
• Home office
• 5th bedroom with ensuite down
• Kitchen with Thermador appliances and working pantry
• Wide-plank engineered white oak flooring
• Open game room upstairs
• Covered patio with summer kitchen and small lawn
• Driveway access to 2-car front-entry garage
• Curbed street, corner lot
• Travis Elementary School

Stunning bold black exterior, while trending, is less common in the Heights. The location at Studewood and 7th 1/2 is challenging but has a great upside, being close to dining.

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1547 Lawrence: $2,340,000

• Houston Heights
• Contemporary/Modern, c. 2024 by Cea-Loveless Design
• 4/5, 4265 sq ft on a 7500 sq ft lot
• Floor-to-ceiling windows in dining room/with wine display
• Home office
• All bedrooms up with ensuite baths
• 3rd-floor media/entertainment space with 718′ rooftop terrace & ensuite bath
• Covered patio and large back and side yards
• Driveway access to 2-car front-entry garage
• Corner Lot
• Zoned to Love Elementary

Cool, eclectic, and unique are great adjectives for this contemporary home.

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2535 White Oak Drive: $2,395,000

• Norhill (Woodland Heights area)
• Contemporary/Modern, c. 2021, by M Architects
• 5/5/1, 4,602 sq ft home on a 7,800 sq ft lot
• Home office/study on the first floor
• One secondary bedroom downstairs with ensuite bath
• Chef’s kitchen with upgraded Thermador appliances
• A floating staircase leads to an open gameroom
• 3 Secondary bedrooms upstairs
• Primary suite up with interesting architectural features
• Backyard/sideyards with covered patio and room for a pool
• Driveway access to 3-car attached garage
• Whole-home Kohler generator and whole-house dehumidifier
• Curbed street
• Travis Elementary School

This home is drop-dead gorgeous, but be aware—its location near Studewood & 6th Street means you might find extra cars parked in front when the nightlife is hopping. If that’s a dealbreaker, this may not be your house.

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201 Archer: $635,000 PENDING

• Brooke Smith
• Craftsman Bungalow, c. 1920
• 3/2, 1648 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Renovated in 2013
• Refinished hardwoods
• Island kitchen with Bosch appliances
• Primary bedroom with vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet and attractive bath
• Fenced front and side yard provide green space
• Outlet and gas quick connect for portable generator
• Gated access to a 2-car “gar-port” with additional driveway parking
• Driveway entrance to 2-car attached/detached garage
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

This sweet little bungalow is located in a small triangle within Brooke Smith that is zoned to Travis Elementary and offers close proximity to Main Street with easy access to I-45. 

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113 E 4th St: $649,000 PENDING

• Heights South Historic District
• Craftsman bungalow, c. 1920
• 2/1, 1042 sq ft on a 4400 sq ft lot
• Remodeled in 2016
• Recycled basketball court wood flooring
• 11′ ceilings
• New HVAC, tankless water heater
• Grassy back yard
• Gated access to a long driveway for parking
• Zoned to Harvard Elementary

Super cute remodel with charming kitchen and bath. Just steps from Heights Boulevard and easy access to I-10.

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4303 Watson: $749,900 OPTION PENDING

• Parker (east of North Norhill)
• Gable front bungalow, c. 1927
• 3/2, 1600 sq ft on a 4540 sq ft lot
• Expanded/remodeled in 2024
• Galley kitchen with custom blue cabinets and duel fuel range
• Engineered white oak hardwoods
• Lovely primary suite
• Grassy back yard
• Garage converted to an auxillary space with finished walls, floors and electric
• Gated access to long driveway for parking
• Zoned to Browning Elementary

This one-story Craftsman home was recently purchased and underwent a to-the-studs renovation. The front elevation was modified, transforming it into a gable front design.

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• Norhill Historic District
• Craftsman bungalow, c. 1920
• 3/2, 1,664 sq ft home on a 5,000 sq ft lot
• Renovated/expanded in 2013
• Updated kitchen with quartz countertops and a mobile island
• Original hardwood floors and decorative brick fireplace
• Primary suite with vaulted shiplap ceiling, two walk-in closets, a shower and a soaking tub
• Stamped concrete tile patio and private fenced backyard with green space
• Gated driveway access to a 1-car garage and tandem carport
• Curbed street
• Field Elementary School

Its rebuilt, fully operational original windows contribute to the home’s vintage charm. In the newer addition, low-E windows enhance energy efficiency while blending seamlessly with the home’s historic character.

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624 W 22nd St: $775,000 OPTION PENDING

• Houston Heights
• Modern Craftsman, c. 2018 by Ostlind Thomas Inc.
• 3/2/1, 2,274 sq ft home on a 3,275 sq ft lot
• Downstairs flex space
• Living area with custom built-ins and wood floors throughout the home
• Primary suite with sitting area
• Low-maintenance artificial turf in both front and back yards
• Covered porch and flagstone patio for backyard entertaining
• 2-car detached garage with alley access
• Front parking pad
• Helms Elementary School

Located practically across the street from the Heights Clock Tower—a registered historic landmark dating back to 1894—you can start your morning with breakfast at The Dandelion Cafe before hopping on the Nicholson Hike and Bike Trail.

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837 E 23rd St: $775,000 OPTION PENDING

• Sunset Heights
• Contemporary/Modern, c. 2015 by Hudson Scott Homes
• 3/3/1, 2,770 sq ft home on a 3,000 sq ft lot
• 11’ ceilings downstairs
• Chef’s kitchen with Bertazzoni 6-burner range and quartz waterfall island
• Custom stone, wood, and painted accent walls throughout
• Loftlike game room with built-ins and recessed lighting
• Primary suite with barn door and a private balcony
• Heated and cooled glass-tiled pool with Brazilian Cumaru wood deck
• Front-entry attached 2-car garage with additional driveway parking
• Field Elementary School

This neighborhood offers plenty to enjoy! Triangle Park, a charming pocket park, sits right across the street, while the planned East Sunset Heights Park is just to the south. Plus, the Houston Farmers Market is only a few blocks away.

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625 Oxford: $799,000 OPTION PENDING

• Sunset Heights
• 6600 sq ft lot
• Not in a historic district
• Garage APT (625 sq ft, 2 bedrooms, full bath & kitchen)
• Expansive yard
• Gated driveway access to 2-car garage
• Parking pad for several cars
• Harvard Elementary School

This listing offers several interesting opportunities—live in the garage apartment while building a new home, keep it as an investment property since it’s already a successful short-term rental, or tear down the existing structure and start fresh. The location just off White Oak Drive puts you within easy reach of some of the Heights’ best dining spots.

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915 Key: $839,000 PENDING

• Norhill Historic District
• Craftsman Bungalow, c. 1926
• 3/2, 1,562 sq ft home on a 5,200 sq ft lot
• To-the-stud renovation, including windows, plumbing, electric, HVAC, and roof
• Open-concept living, kitchen, and dining room
• Island kitchen with seating for 5, quartz countertops, farmhouse sink
• Primary bedroom with ensuite bath and walk-in closet
• Home office or 3rd bedroom
• Fully fenced backyard
• Driveway access to 2-car detached garage with automatic gate
• Curbed street
• Browning Elementary School

As a non-confirming property in the historic district, the historic district rules would apply if the property were being replaced. Deed restrictions are still applicable, so you cannot build a garage apartment.

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1123 W Cottage: $875,000 OPTION PENDING

• Norhill Historic District
• Craftsman Bungalow, c. 1930
• 3/2, 1,790 sq ft home on a 5,000 sq ft lot
• Renovated and expanded in 2020
• Two living areas
• Den opens to an island kitchen with high-end Thermador appliances
• Primary suite with walk-in shower and walk-in closet
• Back deck and small turfed grassy area
• Gated driveway access to a 2-car detached garage
• Curbed street
• Browning Elementary School

With so many restaurants just a few blocks away, you could choose a different spot every day, all within an easy stroll.

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1239 Ashland: $1,065,000 OPTION PENDING

• West Heights Historic District
• Craftsman Bungalow, c. 1905
• 3/2/1, 2,104 sq ft home on a 6,600 sq ft lot
• Extensive renovation and expansion in 2019
• Vaulted ceilings in dining and kitchen with abundant natural light
• Primary suite with two walk-in closets and direct access to the covered back porch
• Whole-home Generac generator installed in 2023
• Covered back porch overlooks spacious fenced backyard
• Paved alley access to oversized 1-car detached garage
• Front driveway for additional parking
• Love Elementary School

With a picket fence, a gas lantern, and a front porch built for neighborly chats, this one is Heights charm at its finest. Bonus: that generator means you’ll never be left in the dark—literally.

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105 Payne: $1,395,000 OPTION PENDING

• Germantown Historic District
• Prairie Style Bungalow, c. 1920
• 4/4, 3175 sq ft on a 7700 sq ft lot
• Expanded/remodeled in 2021
• Lovely island kitchen with wine fridge and storage
• 4th bedroom or office with ensuite bath
• Game room up
• Wrap-around covered porch and turfed yard
• GUEST HOUSE-1 story (1056 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full kitchen & bath, separate backyard and deck)
• Gated driveway access to 2-car detached garage
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

This home features strong curb appeal and has been nicely renovated. It’s ready for immediate move-in and is located just a block from Woodland Park. An added bonus is the full-sized, one-story guest house with its own private greenspace—an ideal option for multi-generational families, visitors, or a potential rental opportunity. It is conveniently close to downtown and I-45.

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2206 Columbia: $1,475,000 OPTION PENDING

• Sunset Heights
• French Traditional c. 2013
• 4/4/1, 3280 sq ft on a 3750 sq ft lot
• Home office/study or 5th bedroom down w/ensuite bath
• Primary suite on first floor
• A full bath plus 3 secondary bedrooms upstairs
• 3rd floor media/entertainment room
• Covered back porch and herringbone brick courtyard.
• Garage APT (767 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full kitchen & bath)
• Gated driveway access to 3-car garage
• Front parking pads
• Zoned to Field Elementary

This home has several unique features including a media/entertainment room with a golf simulator created from converted attic space. Other bonuses include: a built-in safe/gun room with automatic locks, a whole-home Generac generator, and a convenient drive-through garage (exit via alley).

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2415 Cortlandt: 1,495,000 OPTION PENDING

• Milroy Place
• Traditional, c. 2015 by Smith Family Homes
• 3/3/1, 4,113 sq ft home on a 5,300 sq ft lot
• 11′ ceilings throughout
• Home study/library
• Formal dining room with herringbone inlay hardwoods
• Double quartz islands in the kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, including a 48″ Sub Zero refrigerator and breakfast area
• Mudroom has built-in wine storage
• Open flex area upstairs plus separate game room
• All bedrooms with ensuite baths
• Primary bedroom with ensuite bath, mega-closet, and private balcony
• Sideyard with covered tile porch, wood deck with pergola, and landscaped green space
• Side driveway access to 2-car attached garage
• Curbed street
• Helms Elementary School

It has great curb appeal, and Halbert Park is just two blocks away if you need more play space.

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524 Euclid: $1,650,000 PENDING

• Woodland Heights HIstoric District
• Cottage, c. 1926
• 4/4/1, 3451 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Expanded/remodeled 2024
• Restored antique floors, original windows, an original wood-burning brick fireplace, and an antique cast iron sink
• Home office/study
• One bedroom down with ensuite bath (not the primary)
• Chef’s kitchen with 48″ range and a 15′ island includes seating and counter space
• Open gameroom upstairs
• Covered back porch and small greenspace with mature tree and landscaping
• Driveway access to 2-car attached garage
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

The 2024 addition added a second story and a whopping 2150 square feet. Basically, it is new construction. The renovation includes a new roof, plumbing and electrical, HVAC, and more.

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205 Tabor $1,185,000 PENDING

• Brooke Smith
• Modern Farmhouse, c. 2020 by Enterra Homes
• 4/4, 3,248 sq ft home on a 5,000 sq ft lot
• 12’ ceilings and wide plank hardwood floors
• Gourmet kitchen with marble countertops and Fisher & Paykel appliances
• Study/home office or 5th bedroom with access to a full bath
• Game room upstairs connects all secondary bedrooms
• Fenced backyard with covered patio
• Gated driveway access to 2-car detached garage with epoxy floors
• Whole-home Generac generator
• Browning Elementary School

A long gated driveway offers extra parking, and the lighted porte-cochere provides a great covered space for entertaining—rain or shine.

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613 E 12th St: $1,999,000 PENDING

• Houston Heights
• Contemporary/Modern Craftsman, c. 2021 by Enterra Homes
• 4/3/1, 4,334 sq ft home on a 7,063 sq ft lot
• Open concept with walls of windows
• Study/home office with custom built-ins and rolling ladder
• Chef’s kitchen with quartzite countertops and Thermador appliances including a fridge/freezer/wine tower combo
• All bedrooms and an open game room upstairs
• Primary suite with vaulted ceiling, wet room bath, and massive walk-in closet
• Covered porch, brick patio and large turfed backyard
• Front-entry 2-car garage with wide drive for additional parking
• Whole-home Generac generator
• Field Elementary School

This home boasts a huge backyard—fully turfed for easy maintenance and ready for anything from a play space to a future pool. Ultimate backyard movie night, anyone?

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1003 Highland: $2,500,000 PENDING

• Woodland Heights
• Modern Farmhouse, c. 2019 by Aspire Fine Homes
• 4/3/1, 4,418 sq ft home on a 6,500 sq ft lot
• 11’ coffered ceilings and designer lighting
• Chef’s kitchen with waterfall island, 48” Bertazzoni range, 54” Thermador fridge, and adjoining bar
• Private library with judges paneling and gas-log fireplace
• Primary suite with vaulted ceiling, spa-like bath, and private covered balcony
• Upstairs study/home office
• Backyard with covered patio, saltwater pool, hot tub, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor kitchen
• Gated driveway access to 2-car attached garage
• Whole-home 22KW Generac generator
• Curbed street
• Travis Elementary School

This home made waves in the neighborhood—not just for its stunning remodel, but also for its tall front privacy fence that had the neighbors talking.

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