Storybook charm meets modern living in the Heights! Just 2 blocks from the Hike & Bike Trail, this RENOVATED bungalow (notable updates include PEX plumbing, double-pane windows, gutters & more!) w/nearly 1,700 SF of interiors offers character, comfort, and walkable living on a quiet 5,000 SF lot. Open layout w/renovated kitchen featuring timeless cabinetry, elegant countertops, and floating shelves. TWO LIVING AREAS—including a vaulted second living space w/soaring ceilings & backyard views—ideal as a family room, playroom, or potential third bedroom. Enjoy renovated full & powder baths, pantry, and utility room. ~240 SF air-conditioned casita—perfect for office, studio, or gym—plus fully fenced yard & automatic driveway gate. Turnkey home in one of the Heights’ most walkable locations. Whether you envision enjoying the home as-is, expanding over time, or building something entirely new, this property offers flexibility for a variety of goals.
Pending
$650,000
1516 Lawrence St, Houston, TX 77008
2beds
1,444sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$632,000 Zestimate®
$450/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Timeless cabinetryStorybook charmFully fenced yardFloating shelvesRenovated kitchenSoaring ceilingsElegant countertops
- 53 days |
- 182 |
- 13 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jihye Deveau TREC #0656342 713-854-1097,
Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights,
John Deveau TREC #0674282 713-878-9669,
Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights
Source: HAR,MLS#: 56110294
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Half Bath, Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Tub/Shower Combo, Vanity Area
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Under Cabinet Lighting, Walk-in Pantry
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Crown Molding, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Bed - 1st Floor
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Insulated/Low-E windows, Window Coverings
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,444
- Total interior livable area: 1,444 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Electric Gate, Driveway Gate, Extra Driveway, Driveway
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio/Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Back Green Space, Side Yard
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Detached Gar Apt /Quarters, Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 0391140000400
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block & Beam
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Houston Heights Annex
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $450/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $630,235
- Annual tax amount: $13,325
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$632,000
$600,000 - $664,000
$3,503/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Pending sale | $650,000$450/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000-7.1%$450/sqft |
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| 5/13/2026 | Listing removed | $699,900$485/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,900+29.9%$485/sqft |
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| 2/6/2023 | Sold | -- |
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| 1/23/2023 | Pending sale | $539,000$373/sqft |
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| 1/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $539,000+20%$373/sqft |
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| 6/12/2020 | Listing removed | $449,000$311/sqft |
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| 5/18/2020 | Pending sale | $449,000$311/sqft |
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| 5/11/2020 | Price change | $449,000-2.4%$311/sqft |
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| 4/18/2020 | Listed for sale | $460,000+84.1%$319/sqft |
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| 11/7/2016 | Listing removed | $1,975-12.2%$1/sqft |
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| 7/19/2016 | Listing removed | $2,250+12.5%$2/sqft |
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| 12/8/2012 | Listing removed | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 11/29/2012 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 7/23/2011 | Listing removed | $249,900$173/sqft |
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| 5/6/2011 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$173/sqft |
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| 4/26/2011 | Price change | $259,900-1.9%$180/sqft |
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| 4/2/2011 | Listed for sale | $265,000$184/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,449 +8.7% | $630,235 +10.6% |
| 2024 | $8,689 +28.1% | $570,000 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $6,783 -5.7% | $526,554 +22.2% |
| 2022 | $7,194 | $430,802 -2.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $440,000 +15.4% |
| 2020 | $7,052 +2.9% | $381,150 +3.7% |
| 2019 | $6,851 -20.4% | $367,377 +7.9% |
| 2018 | $8,605 | $340,626 |
| 2017 | $8,605 -0.9% | $340,626 -0.8% |
| 2016 | $8,680 +15.2% | $343,280 +2.5% |
| 2015 | $7,536 | $335,047 +14.3% |
| 2014 | $7,536 | $293,157 +22.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $240,140 +2.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $233,389 |
| 2011 | -- | $233,389 |
| 2010 | -- | $233,389 |
| 2009 | -- | $233,389 +0.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $233,018 +25.5% |
| 2007 | -- | $185,709 +15.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $160,347 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $150,590 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $136,900 +55% |
| 2003 | -- | $88,300 +10% |
| 2002 | -- | $80,300 +10% |
| 2001 | -- | $73,000 +15.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $63,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Greater Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Love Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Hamilton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Love Elementary School
- Middle: Hamilton Middle School (Houston)
- High: Heights High School
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- Texas
- Harris County
- Houston
- 77008
- Greater Heights
- 1516 Lawrence St
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