208 East 12th Street

Houston, TX 77008

$1,015,000
Price
3
Beds
2,452 Sq. Ft.
$414 / Sq. Ft.
2,452
Sq. Ft.
$414
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Elegant, preserved, authentic historic property located in heart of the original Houston Heights. This home welcomes you with a unique water fountain and features original red leaf pine floors that flow throughout the updated kitchen boasting smart appliances, custom backsplash, and more. The house has 21 large windows throughout offering abundant natural light, many containing original weights that have been re-roped. The primary bedroom is oversized and offers an ensuite bath with a custom James...Elegant, preserved, authentic historic property located in heart of the original Houston Heights. This home welcomes you with a unique water fountain and features original red leaf pine floors that flow throughout the updated kitchen boasting smart appliances, custom backsplash, and more. The house has 21 large windows throughout offering abundant natural light, many containing original weights that have been re-roped. The primary bedroom is oversized and offers an ensuite bath with a custom James Martin vanity & mirror, Elfa closet system and motorized skylight. Living space above the oversized garage (not included in listed sq footage) offers a full kitchen and bath along with W/D hookups. Large attic offers plenty of storage. New roof in '25 on house and garage, heating/cooling and pest control/orkin contracts regularly maintained. Nearby are excellent elementary, middle & high schools. One block from historic Heights esplanade and all of the conveniences of living inside the loop.
  1. Listed by Nicholas Longtin • TREC #0714034 • Redfin Corporation

Property Details for 208 East 12th Street

Area
9
Geo Market Area
Heights/Greater Heights
Subdivision
Houston Heights
Primary Planned Community
No
For Lease
No
School District
27 - Houston
Style
Traditional
Private Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 02/18/2025 08:24 AM

Property Details for 208 East 12th Street

StatusActive
MLS #63331767
Days on Market20
Taxes$11,898 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,062 SF
CountyHarris County

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Building Information for 208 East 12th Street

Stories2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,062 SF

Property Information for 208 East 12th Street

Description Information
School Details
  • School Elementary: HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • School Middle: HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
  • School High: HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
Building Details
  • Stories: 2
  • Dwelling Type: Historic
  • Front Door Faces: North
  • Garage Desc: Attached/Detached Garage, Oversized Garage
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built Src: Seller
Lot Information
  • Acres Description: 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
  • Sq Ft Source: Seller
  • Lot Size Source: Survey
  • Section Num: -
  • Parcel Number: 020-195-000-0026
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Home Office/Study
  • Room Dimensions 1: 12x11
  • Room Location 1: 1st
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Bath
  • Room Dimensions 2: 7x5
  • Room Location 2: 2nd
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Kitchen
  • Room Dimensions 3: 15x15
  • Room Location 3: 1st
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions 4: 14x10
  • Room Location 4: 1st
Room 5
  • Room Type 5: Bath
  • Room Dimensions 5: 7x5
  • Room Location 5: 1st
Room 6
  • Room Type 6: Dining Room
  • Room Dimensions 6: 19x10
  • Room Location 6: 1st
Room 7
  • Room Type 7: Living Room
  • Room Dimensions 7: 32x10
  • Room Location 7: 1st
Room 8
  • Room Type 8: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions 8: 23x15
  • Room Location 8: 2nd
Room 9
  • Room Type 9: Primary Bath
  • Room Dimensions 9: 11x8
  • Room Location 9: 2nd
Room 10
  • Room Type 10: Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions 10: 25x25
  • Room Location 10: Other
Additional Information
  • Primary Bath Desc: Bidet, Half Bath, Primary Bath: Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Shower Only
  • Bed Room Description: 1 Bedroom Up, 2 Bedrooms Down, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor, Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet
  • Room Description: Formal Dining, Garage Apartment, Guest Suite w/Kitchen, Living Area - 1st Floor
  • Kitchen Description: Pot Filler, Pots/Pans Drawers, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers
Interior Exterior Utilities and Additional Information
Interior Features
  • Microwave: Yes
  • Dishwasher: Yes
  • Disposal: Yes
  • Energy: Attic Vents, Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star/CFL/LED Lights, High-Efficiency HVAC, HVAC>13 SEER, Insulation - Other, North/South Exposure, Storm Windows, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
  • Connections: Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
  • Range Type: Electric Range, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range
  • Oven Type: Convection Oven, Freestanding Oven, Gas Oven
  • Interior Features: Balcony, Crown Molding, Fire/Smoke Alarm, High Ceiling, Window Coverings
  • Floors: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Countertops: Dekton
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard Fenced, Covered Patio/Deck, Detached Gar Apt /Quarters, Partially Fenced, Patio/Deck, Porch, Sprinkler System
  • Street Surface: Asphalt
  • Lot Description: Other
  • Foundation: Block & Beam
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Siding: Wood
  • Water Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water
  • Heat System: Central Gas
  • 55+ Community: No
Financial Information
HOA and Fees
  • HOA Mandatory: No
  • Annual Maint Desc: No
  • Fee Other: No
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Rate: 2.01%

Property History for 208 East 12th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 208 East 12th Street

Taxable ValueLand$283,500Additions$325,387Total$608,887
Tax Record2023$4,421 ($368 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt1,593 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,593 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,149 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyHARRISAPN0201950000026

Schools near 208 East 12th Street

This home is within Houston Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 7
Rating
School
Distance
Harvard Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hogg Middle School
Public6 to 8

Heights High School
Public9 to 12

Arabic Immersion Magnet School
PublicPK to 7

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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208 East 12th Street is a single family home for sale in Houston, TX 77008. This property was listed for sale on January 22, 2025 by Redfin Corporation, it's currently listed at $1,015,000. It has been on the market for a total of 20 days and was last sold on May 15, 2000. This listing's school district is Houston Independent School District. Nearby schools include Harvard Elementary School, Hogg Middle School and Heights High School. 208 East 12th Street is a 3-bed, 3.5-bath, 2,452 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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Listing Courtesy of Redfin Corporation, Nicholas Longtin, TREC #0714034

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