Rare opportunity to own two residences on one lot in one of the Heights' most walkable locations, directly across from Heights Bier Garten and steps from restaurants, bars, coffee, and neighborhood amenities. Offering 1,815 SF of combined living space, the property features a 1,203 SF main house (3 bed, 2 bath) and a detached 612 SF ADU (1 bed, 1 bath) fully renovated in 2024. Currently generating $64,080/year ($5,340/month) in rental income, it's ideal for owner-occupants, multigenerational living, or investors.
Updates include quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, renovated bathrooms, updated PEX/PVC plumbing, spray foam insulation, LeafGuard gutters, French drains, fresh exterior paint, an oversized driveway with five off-street parking spaces, a low-maintenance xeriscaped yard, and a mature 100+ year-old shade tree.
Tenant occupied, with tenants willing to vacate early for owner-occupant buyers. No HOA. Showings by appointment only
For sale
Price cut: $20K (7/7)
$779,000
1518 Dorothy St, Houston, TX 77008
3beds
1,203sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$755,100 Zestimate®
$648/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Low-maintenance xeriscaped yardFrench drainsStainless steel appliancesQuartz countertopsRenovated bathroomsSpray foam insulationFresh exterior paint
- 21 days |
- 844 |
- 32 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Greiner TREC #0588268 713-683-0054,
My Castle Realty
Source: HAR,MLS#: 52027016
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Garage Apartment, Guest Suite
Primary bathroom
- Features: Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Soaking Tub, Primary Bath: Tub/Shower Combo, Secondary Bath(s): Soaking Tub, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo, Vanity Area
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Gas
Appliances
- Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Gas Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Crown Molding, All Bedrooms Down, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Tile
- Windows: Insulated/Low-E windows, Storm Window(s)
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,203
- Total interior livable area: 1,203 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Additional Parking, Converted Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Back Green Space, Side Yard
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 0391120000303
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Batts Insulation, Blown-In Insulation, Spray Foam Insulation, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Heights Anx
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $648/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $593,000
- Annual tax amount: $12,603
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Investor,Other,VA Loan
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$755,100
$717,000 - $793,000
$2,322/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Price change | $779,000-2.5%$648/sqft |
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| 6/29/2026 | Price change | $799,000-4.3%$664/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $835,000+41.5%$694/sqft |
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| 4/29/2025 | Listing removed | $3,195$3/sqft |
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| 4/4/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,195-3%$3/sqft |
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| 1/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/21/2023 | Listed for rent | $3,295$3/sqft |
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| 12/20/2023 | Sold | -- |
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| 11/27/2023 | Pending sale | $590,000$490/sqft |
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| 11/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $590,000+57.3%$490/sqft |
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| 6/1/2013 | Sold | -- |
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| 4/13/2013 | Listed for sale | $375,000+29.4%$312/sqft |
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| 5/29/2012 | Sold | -- |
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| 3/22/2012 | Price change | $289,900-3.3%$241/sqft |
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| 11/9/2011 | Price change | $299,900+7.1%$249/sqft |
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| 7/1/2011 | Price change | $279,900+3.7%$233/sqft |
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| 6/28/2011 | Listed for sale | $269,900+79.9%$224/sqft |
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| 3/18/2011 | Listing removed | $150,000$125/sqft |
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| 1/9/2011 | Price change | $150,000-23.1%$125/sqft |
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| 11/3/2010 | Listed for sale | $195,000$162/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,870 -2.3% | $593,000 |
| 2024 | $9,075 +7.9% | $593,000 -5.9% |
| 2023 | $8,407 -4.6% | $629,919 +20.6% |
| 2022 | $8,809 | $522,231 -4% |
| 2021 | -- | $544,186 +10.7% |
| 2020 | $9,179 +4.4% | $491,679 -1.1% |
| 2019 | $8,796 +2.8% | $497,300 +17% |
| 2018 | $8,561 | $425,000 -2.6% |
| 2017 | $8,561 -1.4% | $436,325 -1.3% |
| 2016 | $8,682 +16.2% | $441,910 +7% |
| 2015 | $7,469 | $413,000 +11.6% |
| 2014 | $7,469 | $370,000 +17.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $314,370 +57.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $199,050 |
| 2010 | -- | $199,050 +10.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $180,252 +24.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $145,252 +4.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $138,668 +9.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $126,500 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $115,000 +9.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $104,600 |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | $86,500 +40.4% |
| 2000 | -- | $61,600 |
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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: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Love Elementary School
- Middle: Hamilton Middle School (Houston)
- High: Heights High School
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