For sale

Price cut: $51.5K (8/24)

$1,697,500

404 Avondale St, Houston, TX 77006

5beds

3,693sqft

$12,361/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1912

6,499 Square Feet Lot

$1,595,500 Zestimate^®

$460/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Hardwood floorsJack-and-jill suitePreserved period detailsRestored trim

A rare generational treasure, this fully restored historic estate seamlessly marries original architectural elegance with modern luxury. Situated on a 6,500 sq ft lot minutes from Rice University, St. Thomas, top museums, parks, and dining, this turn-key classic offers unmatched versatility. The 3,163 sq ft main home features preserved period details: restored trim, hardware, windows, doors, moldings, built-ins, and hardwood floors. Main-level living flows to sprawling porches for effortless entertaining. Upstairs holds a primary suite with en-suite bath, a Jack-and-Jill suite, plus an extra bed and bath. A private 528 sq ft 1-bed/1-bath apartment above the garage adds flexible living or income space. Complete 2026 mechanical upgrades—HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and roof—ensure total longevity. Fully permitted and COH and Historic Society-approved. A 5-bed, 5-bath historic home of this caliber is extremely rare. Schedule your private showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
Full bathrooms: 5

Primary bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 208
Dimensions: 16x13

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 143
Dimensions: 13x11

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12x12

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 169
Dimensions: 13x13

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 156
Dimensions: 13x12

Other

Level: First
Area: 110
Dimensions: 11x10

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 240
Dimensions: 16x15

Family room

Level: First
Area: 323
Dimensions: 19x17

Game room

Level: Second
Area: 195
Dimensions: 15x13

Other

Features: In Garage
Area: 528
Dimensions: 24x22

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 208
Dimensions: 16x13

Heating

Electric, Natural Gas

Cooling

Electric

Appliances

Included: Disposal, Refrigerator, Oven, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup

Features

Crown Molding, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Gas

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,693
Total interior livable area: 3,693 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Extra Driveway, Attached & Detached
Garage spaces: 1
Carport spaces: 1
Covered spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Patio/Deck
Exterior features: Side Yard
Fencing: Back Yard,Full

Lot

Size: 6,499 Square Feet
Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre

Details

Additional structures: Detached Gar Apt /Quarters
Parcel number: 0261330000002

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

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

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1912

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Montrose

Location

Region: Houston

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $460/sqft
Tax assessed value: $624,059
Annual tax amount: $13,058
Date on market: 9/23/2026
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$1,595,500

$1.52M - $1.68M

$4,753/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/24/2026	Price change	$1,697,500-2.9%$460/sqft
Source: HAR #9292854 Report a problem
7/29/2026	Price change	$1,749,000-2%$474/sqft
Source: HAR #9292854 Report a problem
6/30/2026	Listed for sale	$1,785,000$483/sqft
Source: HAR #77208312 Report a problem
3/14/2026	Pending sale	$1,785,000$483/sqft
Source: HAR #77208312 Report a problem
11/13/2025	Listed for sale	$1,785,000+134.3%$483/sqft
Source: HAR #77208312 Report a problem
1/14/2025	Pending sale	$762,000$206/sqft
Source: HAR #68553831 Report a problem
12/27/2024	Listed for sale	$762,000$206/sqft
Source: HAR #68553831 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$13,263 +2.1%	$624,059 +0.6%
2024	$12,984 +1.2%	$620,565 -2.6%
2023	$12,831 +1.9%	$636,823 +11.3%
2022	$12,597	$572,096 +1.5%
2021	--	$563,732 +1.5%
2020	$13,326 +5.9%	$555,369 +6.9%
2019	$12,585 -2.6%	$519,706 +1.6%
2018	$12,920	$511,427
2017	$12,920 +8.7%	$511,427 +8.8%
2016	$11,890 +11.9%	$470,234
2015	$10,626	$470,234 +13.8%
2014	$10,626	$413,344 +18.8%
2013	--	$347,919
2012	--	$347,919
2011	--	$347,919 +0.4%
2010	--	$346,604
2009	--	$346,604
2008	--	$346,604 +6.3%
2007	--	$325,994 +14.2%
2006	--	$285,560 +10%
2005	--	$259,600 +10%
2004	--	$236,000 +10%
2003	--	$214,600 +10%
2002	--	$195,100 +10%
2001	--	$177,400 +10%
2000	--	$161,300