Just completed! Stunningly renovated home in the heart of Houston's highly sought-after First Ward, blending historic charm with modern luxury. This move-in-ready residence features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a thoughtfully redesigned open layout with stylish finishes throughout. Relax on the inviting front porch, entertain on the spacious wood deck, or enjoy the large fenced backyard with a long driveway and ample parking. Ideally located just minutes from Downtown, The Heights, and Sawyer Yards, with convenient access to hike-and-bike trails, popular restaurants, shopping, and entertainment. An exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully restored home in one of Houston's most vibrant neighborhoods.
For sale
$578,000
1705 Ovid St, Houston, TX 77007
3beds
1,622sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$552,900 Zestimate®
$356/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious wood deckThoughtfully redesigned open layoutStylish finishes throughoutStunningly renovated homeLarge fenced backyardInviting front porchBeautifully restored home
- 44 days |
- 261 |
- 19 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Paula Topete TREC #0711989 832-276-5064,
Keller Williams Signature
Source: HAR,MLS#: 73449972
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Half Bath, Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Double Sinks, Secondary Bath(s): Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pot Filler, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers, Walk-in Pantry
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Refrigerator, Double Oven, Electric Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Crown Molding, High Ceilings, 2 Bedrooms Up, Primary Bed - 1st Floor, Split Plan, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Window Coverings
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,622
- Total interior livable area: 1,622 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway Gate, Detached, Electric Gate, Garage Door Opener, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Cleared, Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 0051240000009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Baker Nsbb
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $356/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $437,055
- Annual tax amount: $9,288
- Date on market: 7/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
$552,900
$525,000 - $581,000
$3,010/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $578,000$356/sqft |
Source:  HAR #73449972 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2026 | Listing removed | $578,000$356/sqft |
Source: HAR #10580345 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $578,000$356/sqft |
Source: HAR #10580345 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Pending sale | $578,000$356/sqft |
Source: HAR #10580345 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $578,000-3.5%$356/sqft |
Source: HAR #10580345 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2026 | Listing removed | $599,000$369/sqft |
Source: HAR #13003078 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2026 | Price change | $599,000-3.2%$369/sqft |
Source: HAR #5503356 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2025 | Price change | $619,000-1.6%$382/sqft |
Source: HAR #5503356 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2025 | Price change | $629,000-1.6%$388/sqft |
Source: HAR #5503356 Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $639,000$394/sqft |
Source: HAR #96705013 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,288 +5.3% | $437,055 +3.7% |
| 2024 | $8,821 -47.4% | $421,559 -32.7% |
| 2023 | $16,763 +99.1% | $626,794 +63.9% |
| 2022 | $8,421 | $382,438 +11.1% |
| 2021 | -- | $344,253 +2.9% |
| 2020 | $8,028 +12.8% | $334,566 +13.9% |
| 2019 | $7,115 +11.7% | $293,835 +16.6% |
| 2018 | $6,368 | $252,044 |
| 2017 | $6,368 -0.1% | $252,044 |
| 2016 | $6,373 +27.3% | $252,044 |
| 2015 | $5,008 | $252,044 +29.4% |
| 2014 | $5,008 | $194,808 +42.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $136,553 |
| 2012 | -- | $136,553 -2.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $139,608 |
| 2010 | -- | $139,608 -3.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $145,302 +62.1% |
| 2007 | -- | $89,647 +3.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $86,681 +22.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $70,900 +69.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $41,900 +10% |
| 2003 | -- | $38,100 +9.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $34,700 +9.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $31,600 +9.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $28,800 |
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Neighborhood: Washington Avenue Coalition - Memorial Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Crockett Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Hogg Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Heights High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Crockett Elementary School (Houston)
- Middle: Hogg Middle School (Houston)
- High: Heights High School
Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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