1240 Heights Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77008

$1,025,000

Paige Martin

713-425-4194

pmartin@houstonproperties.com

Real Estate Broker

Real Broker, LLC

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About 1240 Heights Boulevard

This prestigious Heights Boulevard bungalow blends nineteen twenties sophistication with contemporary versatility & features a separate five hundred forty-seven square foot garage apartment. The substantial seven thousand five hundred one square foot lot provides ample space for outdoor living while being moments away from the vibrant energy of Downtown Houston & the Medical Center. Natural light pours through oversized windows into two spacious bedrooms & a flexible room enclosed by elegant French doors. Character defines every corner with unpainted solid wood doors, glass knobs, & original hardwood floors that flow toward a kitchen featuring a gas stove. A clawfoot soaker tub provides a refined spa-like experience within the home. Relax on the deep covered front porch or retreat to the larger back porch overlooking the lush backyard. Practicality meets luxury with a whole-home standby generator ensuring continuous comfort regardless of external conditions. The utility room includes a washer & dryer for added convenience. The detached garage apartment serves as a sophisticated guest suite or a private workspace, catering to various lifestyle needs. Residents enjoy seamless access to the recreational trail system & major highways for easy commuting across the city. This residence offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Houston history with modern reliability & unmatched charm in a premier central location.

Highlights

1240 Heights Boulevard

$1,025,000

Single-Family

1,564 Home Sq Ft

Houston 77008

2 Beds

2 Full Baths

7,501 Lot Sq Ft

General Description

Listing Price $1,025,000
City Houston
Zip Code 77008
Subdivision Houston Heights
Listing Status Active
Baths 2 Full Bath(s)
Stories 1
Year Built 1920 / Appraisal District
Lot Size 7,501 / Appraisal District
MLS # 65045338 (HAR)
List Price / Sq Ft $655.37
Address 1240 Heights Boulevard
State Texas
County Harris
Property Type Single-Family
Bedrooms 2
Garage 1
Style Traditional
Building Sq Ft 1,564
Area 9

Taxes & Fees

Tax ID

020-183-000-0021

Tax Rate

Unknown

Taxes w/o Exemption/Yr

Unknown

Maint Fee

No

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Interior Features

Fireplace

No

Floors

Bamboo, Wood

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Included, Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included

Dishwasher

Yes

Range

No

Disposal

Yes

Microwave

No

Energy Feature

Attic Vents, Thermostat

Interior

All Bedrooms Down, Crown Molding, En-Suite Bath, Prewired for Alarm System, Walk-In Closet(s)

Loft

No

Exterior Features

Foundation

Block & Beam

Roof

Composition, Wood

Exterior Type

Brick, Cement Siding, Insulation - Blown Fiberglass

Water Sewer

Public Sewer

Exterior

Sprinkler System

Private Pool

No

Area Pool

No

Lot Description

0 Up To 1/4 Acre, Back Yard, Subdivided

New Construction

No

Listing Firm

Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights

Schools

Name Grade Great School Ranking
Harvard Elem Elementary 10 of 10
Hogg Middle Middle 9 of 10
Heights High High 7 of 10
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