Priced Below Appraised Value — Upper Kirby Gem
Instant equity opportunity: this fully remodeled 1939 Craftsman cottage is priced significantly below its Harris County appraised value, in one of Houston's most walkable pockets between Rice Village, River Oaks, Montrose and Colquitt.This 1,800 sq ft, 3-bed, 2-bath home features energy-saving upgrades (added insulation, solar window film, sun awnings), hardwoods throughout, ceiling fans in every room, and a flexible office/gym/den. The open kitchen offers abundant storage and stainless appliances; the living room boasts a cozy corner electric fireplace.The primary suite opens via French doors to a covered deck, with blackout drapes and a spa-like bath (soaking tub, walk-in shower). A second bedroom also opens to the deck, perfect as a sunroom.Fully fenced backyard with dog door, charming curb appeal, and unbeatable walkability to restaurants, parks, museums, Whole Foods and Trader Joe's.
For sale
$725,000
2209 Portsmouth St, Houston, TX 77098
3beds
1,869sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$5,129/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
6,873 Square Feet Lot
$693,300 Zestimate®
$388/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy corner electric fireplaceHardwoods throughoutCharming curb appealBlackout drapes
- 75 days |
- 239 |
- 11 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Houston TREC #0535397 713-705-3180,
New Leaf Real Estate
Source: HAR,MLS#: 16638753
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Primary Bath: Soaking Tub, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Island w/ Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Double Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- All Bedrooms Down
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,869
- Total interior livable area: 1,869 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio/Deck
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 6,873 Square Feet
- Features: Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 0690270040003
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Blown-In Insulation, Other
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Colquitt Court Annex
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $388/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $831,330
- Annual tax amount: $17,668
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
Estimated market value
$693,300
$659,000 - $728,000
$3,641/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $725,000$388/sqft |
Source:  HAR #16638753 Report a problem | ||
| 4/19/2026 | Listing removed | $3,675$2/sqft |
Source:  HAR #81518618 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2026 | Price change | $3,675-5.2%$2/sqft |
Source: HAR #81518618 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2025 | Price change | $3,877-7.7%$2/sqft |
Source: HAR #81518618 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,200$2/sqft |
Source: HAR #81518618 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/1987 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,167 -14.9% | $831,330 -4.1% |
| 2024 | $13,117 +15.3% | $866,660 -0.3% |
| 2023 | $11,374 -3.3% | $868,868 +19.1% |
| 2022 | $11,760 | $729,407 +16.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $626,650 -3.8% |
| 2020 | $12,250 +3.8% | $651,264 +3.8% |
| 2019 | $11,796 +12.8% | $627,243 +10.9% |
| 2018 | $10,455 | $565,433 +6.8% |
| 2017 | $10,455 +4.8% | $529,577 |
| 2016 | $9,980 +17.9% | $529,577 +0.5% |
| 2015 | $8,461 | $526,930 +14.4% |
| 2014 | $8,461 | $460,638 +8.1% |
| 2013 | -- | $426,318 +4.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $407,204 +1.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $402,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $402,200 -0.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $404,457 +13.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $356,975 +0.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $356,120 +13.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $314,963 +10% |
| 2005 | -- | $286,330 +10% |
| 2004 | -- | $260,300 |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | $127,800 +10% |
| 2001 | -- | $116,200 +9.9% |
| 2000 | -- | $105,700 |
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Neighborhood: Greenway - Upper Kirby Area
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Poe Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Lanier Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Lamar High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Poe Elementary School
- Middle: Lanier Middle School
- High: Lamar High School (Houston)
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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