Updated: 11/17/2024

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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1131 Winston: $735,000

• Norhill Historic District
• Craftsman bungalow c. 1925
• 2/2, 1386 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Recently renovated
• Galley kitchen
• Two seating areas
• Primary suite with built-in wardrobe, shiplap accent wall
• Back deck, covered porch, green space
• Garage APT (624 sq ft, studio w/semi-enclosed bedroom area, full kitchen & bath, balcony)
• Gated driveway access to a 1-car detached garage
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Field Elementary Elementary

The front of this home showcases double, clipped (jerkinhead) gables, complemented by additional clipped gables on the sides, adding a unique touch to its appearance. You’ll find favored neighborhood spots such as Teotihuacan, Spanish Flowers, Hughie’s, and various restaurants along Main Street within walking distance. Field Elementary is conveniently located less than a block away.

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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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1523 Allston: $795,000

• 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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1115 Bayland Avenue: $860,000

• Norhill / Woodland Heights
• Gable Front Bungalow, c. 1920
• 3/2, 1,547 sq ft home on a 5,000 sq ft lot
• Updated kitchen and baths
• Kitchen with butcher block and marble countertops, farmhouse sink, and stainless steel appliances
• Charming banquette breakfast area
• Primary bedroom with ensuite bath and walk-in closet
• Fully fenced backyard with covered back deck, gravel & tile patio, and storage shed
• Driveway
• Curbed street
• Travis Elementary School

It is located on Bayland Avenue, which has an amazing streetscape—but watch out for the speed bumps! Many restaurants are also within easy walking distance.

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922 Adele: $875,000

• Sunset Heights
• Modern Craftsman, c. 2014 by Southern Green
• 4/3, 2446 sq ft on a 3600 sq ft lot
• Study or 4th bedroom down w/access to a full bath
• Open game room or second living area upstairs
• Attractive front landscaping with drought-resistant plants
• POOL and patio
• Alley access to 2-car attached garage
• Zoned to Field Elementary

Just four blocks away is the Houston Farmer’s Market, the city’s oldest, which has been in continuous operation since 1941. Originally half its current 18-acre size, the market has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. It now hosts several eateries, including Underbelly Burger and Crawfish & Noodles, along with R-C Ranch Butcher Shop, known for its Wagyu beef and Heritage pork.

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741 E 18th St: $850,000

• Pinelawn
• Craftsman bungalow, c. 1920
• 3/2, 1492 sq ft on a 6825 sq ft lot
• Renovated kitchen and bathroom updates
• Kitchen with 6-burner Wolfe range and Sub-Zero Fridge
• 3 bedrooms of approximately the same size
• Covered back patio and large landscaped side yard
• Driveway access to 2-car detached garage plus gated carport
• Corner lot
• Zoned to Field Elementary

This home has great curb appeal and a fantastic yard. While the closet space is modest, and the primary bedroom doesn’t have an ensuite bath, it is full of charm and character. Plus, Field Elementary is across the street.

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915 Key Street: $849,000

• 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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1535 Oxford: $1,025.000

• Heights East Historic District
• Queen Anne Bungalow, c. 1935
• 2/2, 1722 sq ft home on a 6,600 sq ft lot
• Older updates to the kitchen and baths
• Kitchen with hand-painted tiles, stained glass cabinet doors, and a walk-in pantry
• Expansive flex room downstairs with two walls of windows
• Primary suite with vaulted wood ceilings and a freestanding fireplace, plus 2 flex areas
• The yard features a pond with a pergola, a covered back deck, and a flagstone patio (fenced green space in front)
• Garage APT (660 sq ft, efficiency with vaulted beadboard ceiling, full bath & kitchen)
• Gated driveway access to 2-car detached, climate-controlled garage
• Porte-cochere with covered access to the house via the side porch
• Curbed street
• Field Elementary School

This home showcases functional art, including a clawfoot tub painted by a local artist, custom woodwork on closet doors in the downstairs bedroom, and a custom carved and painted door leading to the same room. Yard space behind the garage apartment could be accessed via the alley.

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309 E 16th St: $1,050,000

• Heights East Historic District
• Craftsman bungalow, c. 1920
• 3/4, 2217 sq ft on a 4620 sq ft lot
• Expanded/renovated in 2022/2023
• Office or 4th bedroom down with full bath
• 2 primary suites- 1 up/1 down
• Additional guest bedroom up with ensuite bath
• Grassy backyard with mature trees
• Gated driveway access to a 1-car detached garage and carport
• Zoned to Field Elementary

Interestingly, the garage features both front and rear doors while the backyard offers access to the alley through a long automatic gate, potentially enabling a drive-thru garage setup.

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333 W 27th: $1,099,750

• Houston Heights
• Modern Craftsman, c. 2016 by Frich Investments
• 4/4, 3254 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Home office or 4th bedroom down with access to full bath
• Enclosed wet bar/wine room
• Primary suite with fireplace
• Covered back porch and small grassy area between house and garage
• Garage APT (624 sq ft, efficiency, full bath, kitchenette)
• Alley access to a 2-car detached garage and carport
• Front parking pad
• Zoned to Helms Elementary

For breakfast enthusiasts, Shipley’s Donuts, Starbucks and El Rey Taqueria are within walking distance. Plus, you can walk off those tasty bites on the north spur of the Heights Hike and Bike Trail, which begins just a block away.

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601 Teetshorn: $1,149,000

• Woodland Heights
• Queen Anne Bungalow, c. 1920
• 3/3, 2,248 sq ft home on a 6,350 sq ft lot
• Renovated and expanded in 1998, updated kitchen
• 736 sq ft of covered porches
• Original pine wood floors, antique clear windows, transoms, and stained glass elements
• Kitchen with quartz countertops, WOLF induction cooktop, convection oven, and custom glass-front cabinets
• Primary bedroom with 15′ ceilings and ensuite bath
• Lush landscaping, no fenced green space
• Garage apartment (482 sq ft, efficiency with full bath and balcony)
• Double driveway access to a 2-car detached garage.
• 2-car detached garage with automatic door opener
• Curbed street
• Travis Elementary School

This is an excellent example of a raised Queen Anne bungalow, with the elevated structure designed to improve airflow and protect the home from flooding.

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1118 W Cottage: $1,149,000

• Norhill Historic District
• Craftsman Bungalow, c. 1930
• 4/3, 2088 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Expanded/remodeled 2023-2024
• Wide-plank engineered wood flooring
• Raised ceiling in living areas
• Dining room with cove lighting and wet bar
• Expanded primary suite with cove lighting and walk-in closet
• Garage APT (494 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full kitchen and bath)
• Driveway access to 1-car detached garage
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Browning Elementary

Add a front fence to create an enclosed green space. Just five houses off Studewood, it’s an easy walk to restaurants around 11th and Studewood.

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319 W 15th St: $1,240,000

• Heights West Historic District
• Queen Anne, c. 1904
• 2/2, 1,322 sq ft home on an 8,300 sq ft lot
• Renovated in 2015
• Eat-in kitchen with an expanded island and retro “Big Chill” refrigerator, range, and oven.
• Primary suite with skylight and large walk-in closet
• Wrap-around front porch and back porches plus a cedar pergola, fan, and lighting
• Fully fenced with professional landscape design, a new picket fence, an arbor, and plenty of green space.
• Casita (228 sq ft, efficiency, full bath)
• Gated driveway access to detached 2-car “garport” with storage
• Corner lot, curbed streets
• Love Elementary School

This home is the original Blazek Home. The renovation earned a “Good Brick” award from Preservation Houston in 2018. The house retains its vintage character, including exposed shiplap walls, an original interior door with transom, original moldings, and window and door casements.

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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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2707 Beauchamp: $1,299,000

• Woodland Heights
• Contemporary/modern, c. 2022 by Sullivan Homes
• 4/4/1, 3590 sq ft on a 3913 sq ft lot
• 12′ ceilings down, 10′ ceilings up
• Chef’s kitchen with island seating and GE Monogram Pro Series appliances
• Home office or 4th bedroom with ensuite bath downstairs
• Second family room upstairs
• Primary suite with tray ceiling and cove lighting
• Covered back porch and small turfed yard
• Front entrance attached 2 car garage
• Curbed street, driveway parking
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

Built by the developer as his personal residence, this stunning home includes numerous upgrades and color touches, setting it apart from the monotonous white-on-white trend.

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1144 Nicholson: $1,350,000

• Houston Heights
• Greek Revival, c., 2012 by Heights Homes
• 3/2/1, 2701 sq ft on a 4356 sq ft lot
• Double gallery front porches
• Walk-in wet bar/butler’s pantry with wine fridge
• Formal dining room with brick accent wall
• Covered back deck and summer kitchen & bar for entertaining
• Primary suite with brick accent wall
• Sunroom
• Herringbone brick backyard, covered outdoor kitchen with bar seating
• Garage APT (456 sq ft, efficiency, full kitchen & bath)
• Alley access to 2-car detached garage
• Additional parking pad in front

This house provides a front-row seat for people watching on the Hike and Bike Trail. Parking is always an issue on Nicholson but this home has a parking pad for two cars. (Keep in mind that parking on the street side of a sidewalk is PUBLIC parking🚗🚗.) 

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721 Rutland: $1,485,000

• Houston Heights
• 3/3, 3407 sq ft on a 6600 sq ft lot
• Triple gabled Craftsman built 2006 by Wylie/Caruba
• Wraparound front and back porches plus master balcony overlooking backyard
• Downstairs study could be 4th bedroom with access to a full bath
• Chef’s kitchen with Thermador appliances and quartz waterfall island
• Flagstone and slab patio plus greenspace in back
• Alley access to 3 car detached garage
• Additional pad parking in front
• Zoned to Love Elementary

The Hike and Bike Trail crosses the southern end of this block of Rutland. The canopies of old growth trees on this block are also lovely.

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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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105 Payne: $1,450,000

• 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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2415 Cortlandt Street: $1,545,200

• 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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815 Ridge: $1,599,000

• 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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2710 Morrison: $1,699,000

• Woodland Heights
• Contemporary/Modern, c. 2024 by Modern Heights Homes
• 4/4, 3707 sq ft on a 5450 sq ft lot
• New construction
• Ceilings 11′ down, 10′ up
• 5″ white oak hardwood flooring
• Home wired for alarm, 5.1 surround sound, & cameras
• Private office or 5th bedroom down w/full bath access
• Media/game room upstairs
• Primary suite with beautiful bath, custom closet, and bonus space
• Large 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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1712 Heights: $1,849,000

• Heights East Historic District
• Queen Anne Replica, c. 1998 by Premier Victorian
• 4/3/1, 4551 sq ft on a 10,500 sq ft lot
• Wrap-around porch
• Whole house generator
• Updates: Secondary baths, paint, lighting
• Chef’s kitchen with SubZero Refrigerator, Thermador gas cooktop and double oven
• 3rd-floor flex room
• Gorgeous landscaping and mature trees
• Covered back porch plus custom arbor over the flagstone patio
• Studio space over the garage
• Alley access to 3-car detached garage
• Curbed Street
• Zoned to Field Elementary

This Queen Anne Painted Lady is one of six replica houses on Heights Blvd, located next to the most famous replica, the Cooley Mansion. Authentically executed details include 9 and 10-foot high ceilings, a circular staircase, stained glass windows, and extensive Gingerbread Trim on the exterior. The home also features complex roof lines, bay windows, and patterned shingles that add to its historical charm. The property boasts a 10,500 sq ft Texas native garden. This home won the Heights Community Improvement Award in 1999.

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

• Sunset Heights
• Early 20th-century post office/drug store renovation, c. 1925
• 3/2/1, 3764 sq ft on a 12,000 sq ft lot
• Renovated in 2015
• Stained concrete floors down, reclaimed hardwood floors up
• Architectural features include exposed Old Chicago Brick, antique doors, and much more
• Chef’s kitchen with Viking stove, SubZero fridge
• Huge primary suite with TWELVE windows, Roman shades, a sitting area with fireplace, and a private terrace
• Gorgeous landscaped grounds with green lawns, pergola, and brick patio, and a POOL/spa with slate surround
• Driveway access to 2-car attached/detached garage
• Corner lot
• Zoned to Field Elementary

I was surprised to see this property back on the market so soon after its sale in August. It’s truly one of the most distinctive homes in the Heights.

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2005 Cortlandt: $1,200,000 PENDING

• Houston Heights
• Modern Craftsman built 2014
• 4/3, 3344 sq ft on a 5520 sq ft lot
• Double wrap-around porches with fans
• Study or 4th bedroom down with ensuite bath
• Handsome kitchen with coffered ceilings and coordinating wall-papered accent wall
• Open game room up
• Primary suite with tray ceiling, separate sitting area, boutique-style closet
• Covered back porch, turfed lawn, patio with pergola
• Gated driveway access to 2-car attached garage
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Field Elementary

Situated on a beautiful block with well-maintained curbs and gutters, this home offers an easy walk to the restaurants and amenities of the Heights Shopping District. Although situated next to 20th Street, the house is quiet and has a high fence and lush trees to ensure privacy.

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415 Aurora: $1,450,000 PENDING

• Sunset Heights
• Contemporary/Modern, c. 1920 (remodeled 2016 and 2022)
• 4/3, 3,095 sq ft home on a 6,000 sq ft lot
• Home office/study
• Double-gable entrance with 25-ft ceilings in living area
• Custom spiral staircase and stained white pine floors throughout
• Kitchen with Carrara marble countertops, Bertazzoni Italian gas range, and stainless steel appliances
• Primary suite with custom-built cabinetry, oversized closet, and French doors to a large deck
• Secondary bedrooms feature solar-tinted windows and unique lighting fixtures
• Backyard with brick patios and summer kitchen, green space
• Gated driveway access to attached 1-car garage with tandem carport and breezeway
• Curbed street
• Field Elementary School

Aurora Street is not only home to this stunning modern bungalow but also a hidden neighborhood gem: Angela’s Oven at 507 Aurora, famous for its artisan bread and pastries.

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1546 Rutlandt & 242 W 16th: $1,975,000 PENDING

• Heights West Historic District
• 1546 Rutlandt (shown above)
  • Pediment Bungalow, c. 1999
  • 3/2/1, 2570 sq ft on a 14,045 sq ft lot
  • Renovated kitchen and baths
  • Lush side yard
  • Driveway entrance to 2-car garage
  • Generator on order
• 242 W 16th St (shown below)
  • Hipped bungalow, c. 1920
  • 1/1, 1224 sq ft
  • Renovated kitchen and bath
  • 2 living areas
  • 2 sets of sliding glass doors open to the pool
  • Large covered porch for entertaining
  • Alley access to 2-car garage
• POOL/spa and large landscaped green space
• Curbed streets
• Zoned to Love Elementary

This unique property features two renovated bungalows, with the smaller one serving as a guest house. This guest house is recognized as a contributing structure in the Heights West Historic District and benefits from a historical ad valorem tax exemption. Both are gorgeous and move-in ready.

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3325 Morrison: $2,195,000 OPTION PENDING

• Woodland Heights Historic District
• American Foursquare c. 1907
• 3/2/1, 2752 sq ft on a 9750 sq ft lot
• Updated kitchen and baths
• Formal living room, dining room, and a den
• POOL, hardscape patio, and green space (pool room w 1/2 bath)
• Garage APT (1020 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full kitchen & bath)
• Driveway access to 3-car detached garage w/2 bonus rooms
• Corner lot, curbed streets, garage access from Watson
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

This home is one of the original Four Square designs built during the early days of the Heights. It features original windows, stained glass, and trim work, preserving its historic charm. It’s an easy 1/2 block to Travis Elementary.

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