When was property at 816 Kern Street built and last sold?

The property at 816 Kern Street was built in 1930 and last sold on Jun 9, 2023 for $468,160.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 816 Kern Street is $448,696.

What are some comparable homes to 816 Kern Street?

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Houston

77009

Greater Heights

816 Kern Street

$440,000 Last Listed Price

● House - Off Market

816 Kern Street

Houston, TX 77009

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,167 Ft²

$440,738

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0.17%

Since Jul 1, 2023

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About This Property

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath home has been thoughtfully updated with many modern features while still maintaining its original charm. Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout the main living areas. The updated kitchen boasts granite and butcher block countertops, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel refrigerator and breakfast bar with additional seating. Both bedrooms have ensuite baths. The flex room is perfect for a home office and offers views of the backyard green space. Enjoy the covered front porch and backyard deck. Additional updates include energy efficient windows, under home PEX plumbing, addition of gutters, recent siding and exterior paint. The rare 2-car garage is a plus. Incredible neighborhood with recent construction all around. Close proximity to shopping, dining, The Houston Farmers Market and easy access to downtown Houston and beyond. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this charming bungalow your new home!

Unit Size

1,167 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

0.10 acres

Price per sqft

$377

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$664

HOA Dues

Year Built

1930

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Last updated: 5 months ago (HAR #68222540)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
May 9, 2025	Sold	Premium
Sold
Apr 7, 2025	In contract	-
In contract
Feb 27, 2025	Relisted	$450,000
Relisted
Dec 21, 2024	Withdrawn	-
Withdrawn
Nov 22, 2024	Price Decreased	$450,000 ↓ $15K (3.2%)
Price Decreased
Oct 4, 2024	Listed by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Memorial	$465,000
Listed by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Memorial

	This 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Bungalow in the Heights has been updated with amazing features including recent ROOF, NEW HVAC (just installed) Hardwood Floors (added in the two bedrooms), Custom Plantation Shutters in Living area and New Blinds. Kitchen has Granite and Butcher Block countertops, Subway Tile Backsplash and Stainless Steel refrigerator. The Breakfast Bar provides additional seating. Ensuite baths in both bedrooms. Home also has Energy Efficient Windows, under home PEX Plumbing and Gutters. LOVE the covered front porch with the porch swing! Washer and Dryer convey with the house. Spacious backyard perfect for entertaining. Great location near Houston Farmers Market, Restaurants and Retail. Recent construction on the street makes this a beautiful place to live!
Jun 9, 2023	Sold	Premium
Sold
May 12, 2023	Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC	$440,000
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1930

Effective Year Built: 2007
Building Count: 1
Total Rooms: 6
Bedroom Count: 2
Bathroom Count: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Plumbing Fixtures: 8
Building Condition: 7
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: 4
Garage Square Area: 484
Parking Space Count: 2
Patio Type: 20
Porch Type: 7
Pool Type: 0
Location Influence Type: 129

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 4,400

Total Building Area: 1,167
Gross Building Area: 1,167
Building Area: 1,167
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Air Conditioning: 1

Heating: 3
Heated Square Feet: 1,167
Heating Fuel Type: 3

Utilities

Sewer System: 1

Water Service: 2

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Subdivision: WALTON COURT
Land Acres: 0000000101
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: 1001
State Land Use Code: A1
Legal Description 1: TR 15 BLK 2 WALTON COURT

Neighborhood

School District Name: Houston Independent School District

School Tax School District: HOUSTON ISD
Census Tract: 511502

Geography

Assessors Map Reference: 5359D

Account Number: 0513870000015
District: 061
Subdivision Tract Number: 15
Parcel: 051-387-000-0015
Block: 2
Municipality: CITY OF HOUSTON
Latitude: 29.8033
Longitude: -95.3826

Address

Full Address: 816 Kern St

Address - House Number: 816
Address - Street Name: Kern
Address - Suffix Type: St
State: TX
City Name: Houston
Carrier Code: C021
4-Digit Zip Code: 2918
Zip Code: 77009

Valuation

Tax

Total Area: 1,115

Tax Year: 2022
Tax Amount: $597,433
Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2011
Tax Rate Code Area: 061

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.2231

Valuation Date: Sep 13, 2023
Confidence Score: 69
Final Value: 528,427
High Value: 646,337
Low Value: 410,518

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Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $414,942

Market Land Value: $264,000
Market Improvement Value: $150,942

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2022

Assessed Total Value: $414,942
Assessed Land Value: $264,000
Assessed Improvements Value: $150,942

Sales

Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 09, 2023

Current Sale Recording Date: Jun 15, 2023
Current Sale Price:

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Current Sale Document Type: 27
Current Sale Input Document Number: 220750
Previous Sale Recording Date: Oct 28, 2016
Previous Sale Contract Date: Oct 28, 2016
Previous Sale Amount: $320,600
Previous Sale Document Type: 71

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Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$569,000

Sale Price/ft²

$260

Above Asking

50.58%

Average Days on Market

Average Home Size

2401 ft²

Average Home Age

33.2 years

Currently For Sale

1842 Listings

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

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Listed by: Hayley Zepeda, Compass RE Texas, LLC
Last Updated: 5 months ago
Data Source: HAR , MLS# 68222540

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816 Kern Street

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