When was property at 1240 Heights Boulevard built and last sold?

The property at 1240 Heights Boulevard was built in 1920 and last sold on Feb 9, 1998 for $137,500.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 1240 Heights Boulevard is $974,780.

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Houston

77008

Greater Heights

1240 Heights Boulevard

Sold on Sep 8, 2026

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$899,000 Last Listed Price

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1240 Heights Boulevard

Houston, TX 77008

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,564 Ft²

$5,892

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About This Property

Charming 1920's Heights Bungalow Sits Proudly On Iconic Heights Boulevard, Offering Historic Character, Inviting Living Spaces + A 1 Bedroom and 1 bath Garage Apartment! This beauty blends classic details w/everyday function, from the Historic Brick Driveway & covered front porch to original hardwood floors, rich millwork, glass doorknobs, pocket & French doors, custom built-ins & black-&-white baths. Main home offers spacious living & dining areas, & an oversized kitchen w/wall-to-wall cabinetry, granite counters & a large pantry. Roomy primary suite has a custom closet & ensuite bath w/tub & separate shower. Flex room is ideal for a home office, gym or creative space, while the guest bedroom offers a large closet & easy access to a full bath w/a claw-foot tub & pedestal sink. Garage apt adds incredible versatility w/its own kitchen, living area, bedroom, full bath & storage. Enjoy a beloved Heights location close to parks, trails, restaurants, coffee shops, art, shopping & more!

Unit Size

1,564 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

0.17 acres

Price per sqft

$575

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$1,477

HOA Dues

Year Built

1920

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Last updated: 19 days ago (HAR #28537378)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Sep 8, 2026	Sold	Premium
Sold
Aug 8, 2026	In contract	-
In contract
Jul 30, 2026	Price Decreased	$899,000 ↓ $50K (5.3%)
Price Decreased
Jul 9, 2026	Price Decreased	$949,000 ↓ $46K (4.6%)
Price Decreased
Jun 24, 2026	Listed by eXp Realty LLC	$995,000
Listed by eXp Realty LLC
Jun 23, 2026	Temporarily off market	-
Temporarily off market
Jun 13, 2026	Temporarily off market	-
Temporarily off market
Jun 12, 2026	Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights	$995,000
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights

May 27, 2026	Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights	$1,025,000
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights

	Experience the timeless charm of this 1920s bungalow on prestigious Heights Boulevard. Two spacious bedrooms with oversized windows fill the space with natural light, plus a versatile flex room ideal as a study, gym, or guest room, enclosed by French doors. Classic 1920s touches include hardwood floors, a clawfoot soaker tub, unpainted solid wood doors with glass knobs, and an expansive kitchen with a gas stove. A standby generator ensures peace of mind during power outages. Enjoy a large covered front porch, an even larger covered back porch, ample closet space, a utility room with a washer/dryer, and a spacious yard. A 547 sq ft garage apartment offers incredible flexibility as a guest suite, home office, or rental income. Located steps from the Heights Hike and Bike Trail, minutes from Houston's best restaurants, bars, and local shops, with quick access to I-10, I-45, and 610, putting everything the city has to offer right at your doorstep.

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1920

Effective Year Built: 1981
Building Count: 2
Total Rooms: 7
Bedroom Count: 3
Bathroom Count: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: 10
Building Condition: 6
Building Quality: 7
Construction Type: 6
Building Style: 1
Exterior Walls Type: 23
Interior Walls Type: 0
Roof Shape Type: 0
Roof Cover Type: 0
Floor Count: 100
Living Units: 1
Floor Cover: 0
Basement Type: 0
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 7
Garage Square Area: 528
Parking Space Count: 2
Patio Type: 0
Porch Type: 7
Pool Type: 0

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 7,500

Total Building Area: 2,092
Gross Building Area: 2,092
Building Area: 2,092
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Fireplace Count: 1

Air Conditioning: 1
Heating: 3
Heated Square Feet: 2,092
Heating Fuel Type: 3

Utilities

Sewer System: 1

Water Service: 2

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Subdivision: HOUSTON HEIGHTS
Land Acres: 0000000172
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: 1001
State Land Use Code: A1
Legal Description 1: LT 21 BLK 187 HOUSTON HEIGHTS

Neighborhood

School District Name: Houston Independent School District

School Tax School District: HOUSTON ISD
Census Tract: 511302

Geography

Assessors Map Reference: 5359C

Account Number: 0201830000021
District: 061
Parcel: 020-183-000-0021
Block: 187
Lot: 21
Municipality: CITY OF HOUSTON
Latitude: 29.7938
Longitude: -95.3973

Address

Full Address: 1240 Heights Blvd

Address - House Number: 1240
Address - Street Name: Heights
Address - Suffix Type: Blvd
State: TX
City Name: Houston
Carrier Code: C013
4-Digit Zip Code: 6918
Zip Code: 77008

Valuation

Tax

Total Area: 1,761

Tax Year: 2022
Tax Amount: $544,334
Tax Rate Code Area: 061

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.2012

Valuation Date: Sep 13, 2023
Confidence Score: 72
Final Value: 828,301
High Value: 994,968
Low Value: 661,634

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Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $713,663

Market Land Value: $525,000
Market Improvement Value: $188,663

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2022

Assessed Total Value: $713,663
Assessed Land Value: $525,000
Assessed Improvements Value: $188,663

Exemptions

Homeowner Exemption: Yes

Sales

Current Sale Contract Date: Feb 09, 1998

Current Sale Recording Date: Feb 11, 1998
Current Sale Price:

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Current Sale Document Type: 71
Current Sale Input Document Number: S856955

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Comparables

About Central Houston

Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$565,000

Sale Price/ft²

$261

Above Asking

51.28%

Average Days on Market

Average Home Size

2387 ft²

Average Home Age

32.4 years

Currently For Sale

2092 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Listed by: Shawn Manderscheid, eXp Realty LLC
Last Updated: 19 days ago
Data Source: HAR , MLS# 28537378

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