Updated: 07/25/2023

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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1035 Louise: $423,500

• East Sunset Heights
• Pediment bungalow, c. 1928
• 2/1, 865 sq ft on 4000 sq ft lot
• Renovated 2020/2021
• Producing pecan and fig trees
• Storage shed
• Large deck and grassy yard
• Off-street parking space
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Field Elementary

Looks can be deceiving; the house and yard feel much larger than their square footage would indicate. Just a block away, a new city park is being developed in the old Metro transit station.

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4035 Norhill: $615,000

• Norhill Historic District
• Pediment bungalow, c. 1939
• 2/2/1, 1094 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Updated kitchen and baths
• Flex space (215 sq ft, accessed via pull-down stairs)
• Backyard with flagstone pavers and green space
• Driveway access to 2-car detached garage
• Curbed streets, corner lot
• Zoned to Browning Elementary

This charming home offers the potential to add fencing around the front and side yards to fully embrace its lovely outdoor space. Currently, a white picket fence surrounds a cozy backyard. Across the street, the Norhill Esplanade provides a lush, green view.

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1219 Tulane: $749,990

• Heights West Historic District
• Craftsman bungalow, c. 1920
• 2/2, 1051 sq ft on a 4312 sq ft lot
• Recent renovation/expansion
• Primary bedroom with vaulted ceilings and walk-in closet
• Galley kitchen
• Greenspace between house and garage
• Garage APT (810 sq ft, 2 bedrooms, full kitchen & bath, built 2021)
• Alley access to 2-car detached garage
• Parking pads and driveway parking
• Zoned to Love Elementary

Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2021 and a recipient of a Good Brick Award. A recent renovation expanded the home by 663 sq ft, including a new primary suite and laundry room.

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515 Archer: $749,000

• Brooke Smith
• Craftsman bungalow c. 1935
• 3/2/1, 2230 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Renovated/expanded in 2021
• Vaulted 14′ ceilings down, 12′ vaulted ceilings up
• Home office/flex room
• Primary suite 2nd floor, secondary bedrooms down
• Fenced front and side yards
• Attached 2 car garage ❤️☂️
• Additional driveway parking
• Minimum lot size this block ✔️
• Zoned to Browning Elementary

The to-the-studs renovation in 2021 added a primary suite on the second floor and updated the floor plan. (Shipley’s Do-Nuts is only 5 blocks away! 🍩😋)

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1131 Winston: $790,000

• 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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309 E 16th St: $1,110,000

• 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: $1,150,000

• 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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528 W 23rd St: $1,225,000

• Houston Heights
• Greek Revival, c. 2009 by Sullivan Homes
• 3/2/1, 2609 sq ft on a 6550 sq ft lot
• Double gallery front and back porches
• Formal living and dining rooms plus open-concept kitchen/den
• Crown moldings, wainscoting, built-ins, and plantation shutters
• Whole home GENERATOR
• Brick courtyard plus large sideyard
• Alley access to a 2-car detached garage
• Curbed streets
• Zoned to Love Elementary

If you seek a walkable location, this home is ideal. HEB is less than a block away, and the Hike and Bike trail offers a short stroll to the Heights shopping and dining district, just a couple of blocks away.

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814 Omar: $1,200,000

• Woodland Heights
• Craftsman bungalow, c. 1920
• 4/3/1, 2422 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Renovated and expanded in 2023/24 by Plum Construction
• Home office
• Bespoke paint colors
• 1st floor guest suite with ensuite bath
• Antique doors, refinished floors, and stained glass windows
• Covered back porch and a small grassy area
• Driveway access to a 2-car attached garage
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

This original 1920s bungalow has been reimagined to the studs while preserving much of its original character. Featuring reclaimed floors, antique doors, and stained glass, the home combines historical charm with modern updates. The designer’s bespoke color palette enhances each room, offering a fresh perspective on classic design. This stunning property requires a special buyer who will appreciate its unique beauty and timeless appeal.

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2707 Beauchamp: $1,395,000

• 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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1548 Cortlandt: $1,545,000

• Heights East Historic District
• Gable-front bungalow, c. 1940
• 4/3/1, 3101 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Renovated/expanded in 2016
• Shiplap accent walls in several rooms
• Home office
• 1st-floor guest suite
• Brick wood-burning fireplace
• Gameroom or 5th bedroom upstairs
• Covered side porch and abundant green space with front and side yards
• Gated driveway access to 2-car attached garage
• Corner lot, parking pad
• Zoned to Field Elementary

While this home may appear to be an unassuming, somewhat plain bungalow at first glance, it’s actually a beautifully expanded original bungalow. The shiplap accent walls in several rooms give a nod to its history.

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1535 Rutland: $1,649,000

• Heights West Historic District
• Queen Anne home, c. 1905
• 5/5, 3510 sq ft on a 8800 sq ft lot
• Classic wrap-around porch
• Expansion/renovation by Back40Builders completed in 2023
• Office or 5th bedroom down with ensuite bath
• Chef’s kitchen with Viking appliances and waterfall island with seating
• Primary bedroom with vaulted ceiling and sitting area, combined shower/tub spa, and large walk-in closet
• All bedrooms have ensuite baths
• Office/study on second floor
• Garage APT (598 sq ft, efficiency, full bath, mini-split AC, plumbed for kitchen)
• Porte-cochere with access to the house
• Gated driveway access to a 2-car detached garage
• Curbed Street
• Zoned to Love Elementary

Newly completed, to-the-studs renovation on a lovely tree-lined street with curbs and gutters. Centrally located: walk to restaurants and amenities on 19th St, 11th or Yale as well as Milroy Park and the library.

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501 E 27th St: $1,810,000

• 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, and raised island with seating
• 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

Picture this: an authentic 1925 post office and drug store transformed into a luxurious modern home with top-notch finishes and a nod to the past. Plus, one of the extra bedrooms is as spacious as a master suite, complete with a fireplace featuring an elegant onyx surround. And don’t even get me started on the stunning grounds—endless lawns, a pool, and plenty of outdoor entertainment areas. It’s a must-see!

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1026 Arlington: $1,874,000

• Heights South Historic District
• Queen Anne, c. 1920
• 4/4/1, 3645 sq ft on a 6600 sq ft lot
• Expanded/Renovated 2023/2024 by ALP Builders
• 12′ Ceilings
• Entry nook with bookshelves and exposed chimney
• Expansive walk-in wet bar
• Office or 4th bedroom down with access to full bath
• 2nd-floor flex space
• Garage APT (537 sq ft, efficiency, full bath, plumbed for kitchen)
• Large back porch and covered walkway to the garage, plenty of grassy area
• Alley access to 2-car attached garage
• Front parking pad
• Zoned to Harvard Elementary

A stunning renovation worthy of a magazine spread, this home is located in the heart of the Houston Heights.

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1712 Heights Blvd: $1,899,000

• 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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754 E 16th St: $775,000 OPTION PENDING

• Pinelawn
• Brick bungalow c. 1930
• 2/1, 1129 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Updated kitchen and bath
• Garage APT (724 sq ft, efficiency, full bath and kitchen)
• Heated salt water POOL with concrete surround and landscaping and cabana room
• Fenced front yard provides green space
• Driveway access to a 2-car detached garage w/workshop area
• Curbed streets
• Zoned to Field Elementary

A delightful modernized bungalow, yet the true highlights steal the spotlight—the garage, featuring an expansive open-concept garage apartment akin to a small house and a heated saltwater pool. The garage continues to impress with a covered dining area overlooking the pool. And, the parking area of the garage opens to the pool, providing a potential additional covered entertainment space.

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1135 Jerome: $827,000 PENDING

• Norhill Historic District
• Craftsman bungalow, c. 1927
• 3/2, 1602 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Renovated in 2019
• Back deck with pergola
• Climate-controlled flex room behind the garage
• Gated driveway access to a 1-car detached garage and carport
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Field Elementary

Craftsman bungalows with dual-clipped gable roofs are among my favorite styles. This particular home is conveniently located just steps from Field Elementary.

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700 Enid: $849,000 PENDING

• Brooke Smith
• Modern Farmhouse, c. 1995
• 5/3, 2472 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Renovated and expanded in 2020 by Renovated Thinking
• Open concept living/dining/kitchen
• Primary suite and 2 secondary bedrooms down
• Additional bedroom plus game room (or 5th bedroom) up
• Generous covered back porch and small backyard
• Fenced front and side yards
• Corner lot
• Side driveway entrance to a 2-car attached garage ☂️❤️
• Zoned to Browning Elementary

Just blocks away from Monte Beach Park, this home provides easy access to a 23-acre city park featuring a basketball court, playground, and a whimsical water “sprayground” with a beach-inspired design.

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3206 Morrison: $897,500 OPTION PENDING

• Woodland Heights Historic District
• Brick Colonial Revival bungalow c. 1920
• 3/2/1, 1293 sq ft on a 6500 sq ft lot
• Renovated in 2019
• Large backyard with mature trees
• Garage APT (400 sq ft, efficiency, full bath, kitchenette)
• Driveway access to a 1-car garage with a storage room
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

This charming bungalow was given a complete face-lift in 2019, including squeezing in an extra bath. While it backs up to commercial property on Houston Avenue, it’s also across the street from the stunning Prairie-style home that sold in 2023 for a Heights record $3.1 million.

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718 E 9th St: $1,195,000 PENDING

• Houston Heights
• Craftsman, c. 1920
• 3/2, 2364 sq ft on a 6250 sq ft lot
• Expanded/Renovated
• Formal living and dining rooms
• Open-concept kitchen and den
• Primary suite with large closet and dressing area
• Deck, grassy backyard, play set conveys with house
• Driveway access to a 1-car attached garage
• Front parking pad
• Zoned to Harvard Elementary

Strollable location: no more than 5 blocks between you and some of the Heights’ best restaurants.

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1115 Peddie: $950,000 PENDING

• Norhill Historic District
• Craftsman bungalow c. 1929
• 3/2, 1752 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• The house and garage apartment were updated in 2021
• Generous laundry room with sink, bricked flooring
• Fenced green space in front
• Garage APT (560 sq ft, 1 bedroom, full bath & kitchen, balcony)
• Climate-controlled flex space beneath the garage apartment
• Double driveway with covered carport/garage
• Curbed streets
• Zoned to Field Elementary

Both the house and garage are contributing structures in the Norhill Historic District and are subject to their historic guidelines.

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450 W 18th St: $965,000 OPTION PENDING

• Houston Heights
• Greek Revival, c. 2001 by Tricon Builders
• 3/2/1, 2720 sq ft on a 4400 sq ft lot
• Double gallery front porches
• Combined living/dining room plus kitchen open to family room
• Renovated primary bath
• Flex space (215 sq ft, accessed via pull-down stairs)
• Covered porch & covered flagstone patio plus pet patch
• Alley access to a 2-car detached garage
• Front parking pads
• Zoned to Helms Elementary

This property boasts high walk and bike scores, located just steps from the Heights Hike and Bike Trail. It’s also only a block away from numerous restaurants and shops in the Heights Shopping District along 19th and 20th Streets.

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730 Omar: $1,350,000 OPTION PENDING

• Woodland Heights
• Craftsman, c. 1920
• 5/3, 3182 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Renovated and expanded in 2014 by Southern Green Builders
• Open-concept living/dining/kitchen plus a family room
• Small office with built-in desk and cabinets
• Study or 5th bedroom down with access to a full bath
• Fenced front and side yards, herringbone brick patio, low-maintenance artificial turf
• Gated driveway entrance to a 2-car attached garage
• Corner lot
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

Energy-saving features include solar panels, high-efficiency HVAC, and two EV charging stations.

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2903 Beauchamp: $1,395,000 PENDING

• Woodland Heights
• Modern Craftsman, c. 2017 by Modern Bungalow
• 4/3/1, 3380 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Wrap-around front porch
• High ceilings, reclaimed hardwood floors, detailed crown molding, wainscoting
• Home office/study
• Large primary suite with tray ceiling, spa-like bath, and walk-in closet
• Patio deck and grassy sideyard
• Gated driveway access to 2-car attached garage
• Corner lot, curbed streets
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

Within walking distance of Travis Elementary, Woodland Park, and the White Oak Bayou Greenway Trail.

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606 E 25th St: $1,450,000 PENDING

• Sunset Heights
• Traditional, c. 2019 by Jamestown Estates
• 4/3, 3364 sq ft on 6000 sq ft lot
• Completely open-concept living space
• Home office or 4th bedroom with ensuite bath on 1st floor
• Island kitchen with seating and Dacor appliances
• Game room on the second floor
• Primary suite with tray ceiling, spa bath, and two closets
• Covered back porch, heated/chilled POOL, and turfed lawn
• Driveway access to a 2-car front-entry attached garage
• Front parking pad
• Zoned to Field Elementary

This is the builder’s personal residence, featuring enhancements, such as an upgraded security system equipped with four cameras and a doorbell camera, along with the added bonus of Christmas lights!

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802 Redan: $1,475,000 PENDING

• Woodland Heights Annex
• Craftsman, c. 1925
• 4/3/1, 3060 sq ft on a 6250 sq ft lot
• Expanded/Renovated in 2014 by Bungalow Revival
• Formal living and dining rooms
• Open-concept kitchen and den lead to screened patio
• Study with built-in buffet and leaded glass windows
• Backyard with POOL, patio with pergola and green space
• Large 11×29 screened-in patio with recessed lighting and ceiling fans
• Double driveway access to 2 car detached garage off Watson
• Corner lot, curbed street in front
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

This is a beautiful renovation that retained many of the original features. The screened porch is my favorite feature, however, after the last couple of weeks, the whole-house generator is pretty sweet.

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1012 Bayland: $1,625,000 PENDING

• Woodland Heights
• Craftsman, c. 1920
• 4/3, 3664 sq ft on a 5000 sq ft lot
• Renovated/expanded in 2023
• Wide-plank white oak engineered flooring
• Island kitchen with tons of cabinets and counter space
• Office or 4th bedroom on the first floor
• Large open game room
• Guest quarters (300 sf, 1 bedroom, full bath)
• Large covered porch with summer kitchen, turfed backyard area
• Gated driveway access to 1-car attached garage with extended carport
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

Before the renovation, this was a one-story Craftsman home. The sellers expanded the house by extending it back to the garage and adding a second floor, thereby gaining an additional 2,500 square feet.

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503 E 12th St: $1,697,000 PENDING

• Heights East Historic District
• Modern Victorian c. 2004 by Design Tech
• 4/3/1, 3519 sq ft on 7331 sq ft lot
• Updated kitchen and primary bath, freshly painted
• Double gallery porches
• Elevator access
• Primary suite down with tray ceiling, spa bath, and large closet
• Media room on the second floor
• Walk-in attic with elevator access
• Covered back porch, flagstone backyard with POOL and landscaping
• Gated, extra-wide driveway access to 2-car detached garage
• Corner lot, curbed streets
• Zoned to Harvard Elementary

I love the walk-in attic space, which is easily accessible via an elevator! However, it’s worth mentioning that the third bedroom upstairs is relatively smaller and is currently configured as a closet.

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1012 E 7th 1/2 St: $1,949,000 PENDING

• Norhill (next to Woodland Heights)
• Modern Craftsman, c. 2017 by Modern Bungalow
• 5/5, 4489 sq ft on a 6625 sq ft lot
• Office or 6th bedroom down with access to full bath
• Open game room/additional sitting room up
• Primary suite with vaulted ceiling, fireplace, and huge closet
• Guest suite with kitchenette & full bath (inside the house)
• Backyard: covered porch and patio, POOL/spa with water features, turfed green space
• Gated driveway access 2-car attached garage
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Travis Elementary

The outdoor spaces of this home are particularly lovely and functional. The pool area is fully fenced, while a separate open turfed green space provides ample room for play. Additionally, the covered porch and patio with a pergola-style roof offer plenty of space for outdoor entertainment, and the porte cochere can provide extra covered outdoor space as well.

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1122 Harvard: $2,149,900 PENDING

• Heights East Historic District
• Victorian c. 1901
• 3/3/1, 3456 sq ft on 9900 sq ft lot
• Updated 2007
• Classic Craftsman interior with stained wood, bulls-eye trim & transom windows
• Primary bedroom with sitting room
• Open game room up
• Double gallery balconies and wrap-around back porch
• The backyard is landscaped with flagstone and brick and also features a summer kitchen, greenhouse & tree house.
• POOL/spa
• Driveway access to 1-car attached garage
• Curbed street
• Zoned to Harvard Elementary

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this home has retained its vintage charm. Located just one block from the Heights esplanade and jogging trail.

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