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742 E 12th Street

Houston, TX 77008

2 beds
1 bath
1,196 sqft
6,250 sqft lot
$543 per sqft
1920 build
– on site

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to build your dream home on a large 6,250 SF lot in one of Houston’s most sought-after neighborhoods! Nestled on a beautiful curbed and guttered street surrounded by new construction, this non-historic lot offers a blank canvas for your vision. Zoned to Harvard Elementary and within walking distance to top-rated restaurants, parks, and schools, enjoy the best of Heights living with easy access to shopping, dining, and schools. Lot features a triplex of currently and recently rented units: a) 2/1 bungalow + den, b) downstairs 1BR garage apartment, and c) upstairs 1BR garage apartment - sold AS-IS. Build now or hold for investment and rent out—either way, this is a rare opportunity in the Heights!

Listing courtesy of HAR / Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Feb 20, 2025 •

MLS# 45534291 —

The Building

Year Built:

1920
Year Built Source:

Appraisal District
New Construction:

No
Style:

Traditional
Dwelling Type:

Free Standing
Front Door Faces:

North
Roof:

Composition
Stories:

1
Siding:

Cement Board
Foundation:

Block & Beam

Interior

Interior:

Crown Molding, Window Coverings
Room Count:

6
Room Description:

Formal Dining, Formal Living, Garage Apartment, Living Area - 1st Floor
Floors:

Tile, Wood
Total Fireplaces:

1

Financial & Terms

Finance Available:

Cash Sale, Conventional
Lot Value:

1
Price SqFt List:

$543.48
Price Acre List:

4529616.72

Location

Directions:

From I-10, North on Studewood. Left on 12th St. Home will be on the left.
Latitude:

29.792416
Longitude:

-95.388258

The Property

Property Type:

Single-Family
Section Number:

9
Parcel Number:

035-019-036-0011
Acres:

0.1435
Acres Description:

0 up to 1/4 Acres
Lot Description:

Subdivision Lot
Lot Size:

6,250 Sqft
Lot Size Source:

Appraisal District
Lot Price SqFt List:

104.00
Total SqFt:

1,196 Sqft
SqFt Source:

Appraisal District
Exterior:

Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Patio/Deck
Area:

9
Private Pool:

No
Street Surface:

Concrete

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Rate:

$2.09
Tax Amount:

$13,533

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

2
Beds Maximum:

3
Bedroom Description:

All Bedrooms Down

Baths

Total Baths:

1.00
Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour
Status:

Active
Disclosures:

Sellers Disclosure

Heating & Cooling

Heat System:

Central Gas
Cool System:

Central Electric

Utilities

Energy:

Ceiling Fans
Water/Sewer:

Public Sewer, Public Water

Appliances

Range Type:

Gas Range
Oven Type:

Gas Oven
Microwave:

Yes
Dishwasher:

Yes
Disposal:

Yes
Compactor:

No

Schools

Elementary:

HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle School:

HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
High School:

HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
School District:

27 - Houston

The Community

Subdivision:

Greater Heights
Active Community 55:

No
Restrictions:

Unknown
HOA Mandatory:

No
Annual Maintenance:

No
Other Fees:

No
Master Planned Community:

No

Parking

Garage/Carport:

Single-Wide Driveway

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$650,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$3,480
Taxes	$1,127
Insurance	$178
Utilities	$153 See report
Total	$4,938/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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House For Sale

$650,000

Cost Est.

$4,938/mo.

Listing provided by broker:

Kasia Mccormick

Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights

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This house located in Greater Heights, Houston, TX 77008 is currently for sale for $650,000. 742 E 12th Street is a 1,196 square foot house with 2 beds and 1 bath that has been on Estately for 2 days. 742 E 12th Street is in the Greater Heights neighborhood of Houston and has a WalkScore® of 86, making it very walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Harvard Elementary School, Hogg Middle School, and Heights High School.

Listing Courtesy of: HAR and Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights.

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