For sale

Price cut: $50K (6/25)

$1,945,000

1615 Columbia St, Houston, TX 77008

4beds

3,927sqft

$13,265/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1926

6,599 Square Feet Lot

$1,849,100 Zestimate^®

$495/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Gated yardBuilt-in wine columnSoaring ceilingsExpansive islandRich hardwoodsProfessional landscapingCovered front porch

Thoughtfully designed Historic Heights home featuring soaring ceilings, rich hardwoods and refined millwork throughout. Offering 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, the main level is ideal for everyday living and entertaining with an elegant reception room with fireplace, formal dining with custom built-ins, and a chef’s kitchen open to the family room. The kitchen boasts Thermador appliances, including a 60” refrigerator/freezer, built-in wine column, 48” gas range with dual ovens, expansive island and walk-in pantry. The first-floor primary suite offers a private retreat. Upstairs includes a game/media room and 3 secondary bedrooms. Outdoor living features a covered back porch, pool/spa with endless swim feature, covered front porch, gated yard and professional landscaping. Updates include recent foam insulation under the home, water heater (2023) and HVAC (2026). All info per seller.

111 days

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Utility Room

Primary bathroom

Features: Half Bath, Hollywood Bath, Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Jetted Tub, Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo

Kitchen

Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pots/Pans Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting, Walk-in Pantry

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Appliances

Included: Disposal, Refrigerator, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Indoor Grill, Dishwasher
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings, 3 Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
Windows: Window Coverings
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,927
Total interior livable area: 3,927 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached
Attached garage spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Covered
Exterior features: Side Yard, Sprinkler System
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: Gunite, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
Has spa: Yes
Fencing: Back Yard,Full

Lot

Size: 6,599 Square Feet
Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre

Details

Parcel number: 0201100000009

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick, Wood Siding
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1926

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Thermostat, HVAC

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Houston Heights

Location

Region: Houston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $495/sqft
Tax assessed value: $1,550,086
Annual tax amount: $32,725
Date on market: 5/6/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Exclusions: Contact Listing Agent
Ownership: Full Ownership
Road surface type: Asphalt, Curbs

Estimated market value

$1,849,100

$1.76M - $1.94M

$6,362/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/25/2026	Price change	$1,945,000-2.5%$495/sqft
Source: HAR #49711661 Report a problem
5/6/2026	Listed for sale	$1,995,000+126.7%$508/sqft
Source: HAR #49711661 Report a problem
1/23/2013	Listing removed	$879,900$224/sqft
Source: Boulevard Realty #32747392 Report a problem
9/22/2012	Listed for sale	$879,900+220%$224/sqft
Source: Boulevard Realty #32747392 Report a problem
11/4/2011	Listing removed	$275,000$70/sqft
Source: Boulevard Realty #2876968 Report a problem
11/1/2011	Listed for sale	$275,000$70/sqft
Source: Boulevard Realty #2876968 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$24,996 +10.6%	$1,550,086 +10.7%
2024	$22,604 +9.5%	$1,399,838 +5.1%
2023	$20,641 -8.1%	$1,332,140 +2.8%
2022	$22,463	$1,295,233 +4.6%
2021	--	$1,238,771 +2.4%
2020	$23,009 +6.5%	$1,210,301 +0.9%
2019	$21,615 -2.8%	$1,200,000 +17.1%
2018	$22,244	$1,025,000 -7.7%
2017	$22,244 +7.8%	$1,110,000 +7.8%
2016	$20,637 +16.6%	$1,030,000 +3.3%
2015	$17,702	$997,096 +15.3%
2014	$17,702	$865,000 +13.4%
2013	--	$762,675 +185%
2012	--	$267,575
2011	--	$267,575 -1.2%
2010	--	$270,867
2009	--	$270,867 +12.9%
2008	--	$239,908 +15.1%
2007	--	$208,433 +17.5%
2006	--	$177,386 +10%
2005	--	$161,260 +10%
2004	--	$146,600 +10%
2003	--	$133,300 +10%
2002	--	$121,200 +10%
2001	--	$110,200 +10%
2000	--	$100,200