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  • $219,999

    820 E 38th St, Houston, TX 77022

    3beds
    1,232sqft
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    $1,752/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    3,998 Square Feet Lot
    $212,400 Zestimate®
    $179/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    PRIME INNER LOOP LOCATION near HOUSTON HEIGHTS! You will really like recently UPDATED 2-bedroom home (with many 2022 updates) because it offers a cozy and modern living space in a highly desirable location. With easy access to 610 and I-45, you're just minutes away from the Inner Loop, Houston Heights, and many of the city's top attractions. There is even a small building in the back that could possibly be a rental. Perfect for first-time buyers or investors, this home combines location, convenience, and recent improvements. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to own in the heart of Houston! WE MAKE IT EASY TO OWN. Don't wait, call us today to get more information on the owner's easy terms and smooth process that may be able to put the deed in your name and make this your dream home.
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    Listed by:

    Chet Polniazek TREC #0318518 713-231-1129,

    1st Texas Realty Services

    Source: HAR,MLS#: 84117749MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      • Area: 168
      • Dimensions: 12x14
      Bedroom
      • Level: First
      • Area: 143
      • Dimensions: 11x13
      Bedroom
      • Level: First
      • Area: 132
      • Dimensions: 11x12
      Heating
      • Other
      Cooling
      • Other
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,232
      • Total interior livable area: 1,232 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Stories: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 3,998 Square Feet
      • Features: Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0211360710010

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Other
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Other
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Independence Heights Park
      Location
      • Region: Houston

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $179/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $237,000
      • Annual tax amount: $4,675
      • Date on market: 9/14/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Investor,Owner Will Carry

        Estimated market value

        $212,400

        $202,000 - $223,000

        $2,083/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/14/2026Listed for sale$219,999+33.3%$179/sqft
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        5/7/2025Sold--
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        9/23/2022Listing removed--
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        9/7/2022Pending sale$164,999$134/sqft
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        7/27/2022Listed for sale$164,999+10%$134/sqft
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        4/21/2022Listing removed--
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        3/8/2022Pending sale$150,000$122/sqft
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        3/2/2022Sold--
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        3/1/2022Listed for sale$150,000$122/sqft
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        4/26/2011Sold--
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,037 +4.2%$237,000 +2.6%
        2024$4,834 +32.2%$231,009 +27.3%
        2023$3,655 +20.4%$181,420 +31.5%
        2022$3,037 $137,920 +15.7%
        2021-- $119,200 +13.2%
        2020-- $105,273 +1.9%
        2019$2,204 +31.6%$103,315 +35.7%
        2018$1,674 $76,107 +14.8%
        2017$1,674 +22.7%$66,269 +22.8%
        2016$1,364 +195.7%$53,944 +46.8%
        2015$461 $36,755 +18.2%
        2014$461 $31,097 -1%
        2013-- $31,397
        2012-- $31,397
        2011-- --
        2010-- $31,397 -10.8%
        2009-- $35,179 -2.7%
        2008-- $36,164 +39.1%
        2007-- $26,000 -25.5%
        2006-- $34,917 +34.3%
        2005-- $26,000
        2004-- $26,000
        2003-- $26,000 +22.6%
        2001-- $21,200 +19.1%
        2000-- $17,800
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Independence Heights

        Getting around

        52 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        42 / 100
        Some Transit
        52 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Kennedy Elementary School (Houston)
        • Middle: Williams Middle School
        • High: Washington 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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