Beneath a canopy of mature trees lies The Heights Compound—a rare opportunity that may never be replicated in the Houston Heights. Spanning 8 contiguous lots behind 4 motorized gates, this unique estate evokes the timeless architecture of a historic Heights home, yet was built in the late ’90s and lies outside a designated historic district. Distinctive details include antique wood floors, stained-glass accent windows, elegant millwork and a private porch from every bedroom. The 2,217 SF pool house offers 2 BD/4 BATH, including 2 exterior country-club-style full baths, plus an arched window, elevator, full kitchen and billiard/game spaces. 1 BD/1 BATH guest quarters over the garage add flexibility. Resort grounds offer a pool, outdoor tiki-style grill/bar, putting green and lighted sport court with pickleball potential. On-site guest parking, circle drive and 5-car covered pavilion complete the estate. Preserve it for generations or explore subdivision potential. Life Behind the Gates.
For sale
$3,600,000
216 E 26th St, Houston, TX 77008
5beds
3,801sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
0.55 Acres Lot
$3,386,500 Zestimate®
$947/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Antique wood floorsResort groundsCircle driveCanopy of mature treesArched windowStained-glass accent windowsElegant millwork
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Leann Salmons TREC #0504590 832-868-9453,
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
Source: HAR,MLS#: 2671365
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Garage Apartment, Guest Suite, Quarters/Guest House, Utility Room, Wine Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14x13
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13x12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12x11
Breakfast
- Level: First
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10x8
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15x13
Game room
- Level: Second
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18x15
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15x12
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15x13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Balcony, Crown Molding, Elevator, Elevator Shaft, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound, 1 Bedroom Down - Not Primary BR, 3 Bedrooms Up, All Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,801
- Total interior livable area: 3,801 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Electric Gate, Driveway Gate, Detached, Oversized, Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener, Circular Driveway, Double-Wide Driveway, Extra Driveway, Workshop in Garage, Detached Carport
- Garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 5
- Covered spaces: 7
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio/Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Back Green Space, Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Tennis Court(s), Side Yard, Sprinkler System
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, In Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Spa/Hot Tub, Private
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Subdivided, 1/2 Up to 1 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Detached Gar Apt /Quarters
- Additional parcels included: 035-088-036-0016,035-088-036-0018
- Parcel number: 0350880360014
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Batts Insulation, Brick, Cement Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Attic Vents, Thermostat, HVAC, HVAC>15 SEER, Exposure/Shade
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sunset Heights
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $947/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,191,779
- Annual tax amount: $25,328
- Date on market: 8/31/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Investor
- Exclusions: See Listing Agent, Water Filtration System
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete, Gutters
Estimated market value
$3,386,500
$3.22M - $3.56M
$6,582/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $3,600,000+260%$947/sqft |
Source:  HAR #2671365 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2012 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2011 | Price change | $1,000,000-23.1%$263/sqft |
Source: The Reyna Realty Group #31189451 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2011 | Price change | $1,300,000-27.8%$342/sqft |
Source: The Reyna Realty Group #31189451 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2011 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000$474/sqft |
Source: The Reyna Realty Group #31189451 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,430 -9% | $1,191,779 -4.2% |
| 2024 | $14,757 +5.4% | $1,244,300 +3.2% |
| 2023 | $14,005 -11.2% | $1,205,804 +11.1% |
| 2022 | $15,766 | $1,085,752 -0.3% |
| 2021 | -- | $1,089,300 +10.8% |
| 2020 | $17,490 +9.2% | $983,291 +11.3% |
| 2019 | $16,022 +16.2% | $883,695 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $13,791 | $841,000 |
| 2017 | $13,791 +10.1% | $841,000 -6.7% |
| 2016 | $12,521 | $901,312 +6.4% |
| 2015 | -- | $847,000 +11% |
| 2014 | -- | $762,883 +61% |
| 2013 | -- | $473,910 0% |
| 2012 | -- | $473,911 -24% |
| 2011 | -- | $623,848 +13.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $550,501 -2.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $567,065 -1.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $574,088 +3.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $557,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $557,000 |
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Neighborhood: Greater Heights
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Helms Elementary School
- Middle: Hamilton 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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