218 Velasco Street
Houston, TX 77003
$560,000
Price
4
Beds
5
Baths
2,346 Sq. Ft.
$239 / Sq. Ft.
2,346
Sq. Ft.
$239
per Sq. Ft.
Pending
Pending
Description
Rare Opportunity! Luxury 1950s Home in Highly Desirable East Downtown. Discover this beautifully remodeled 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom luxury home, just 4 minutes from Minute Maid Park. Perfect for short-term rentals or those seeking style and comfort, the home features 20-foot vaulted ceilings, a stunning coffered office ceiling, and modern European flat-front cabinets with quartz countertops. The newly added second floor offers three spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, plus a versatile...Rare Opportunity! Luxury 1950s Home in Highly Desirable East Downtown. Discover this beautifully remodeled 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom luxury home, just 4 minutes from Minute Maid Park. Perfect for short-term rentals or those seeking style and comfort, the home features 20-foot vaulted ceilings, a stunning coffered office ceiling, and modern European flat-front cabinets with quartz countertops. The newly added second floor offers three spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, plus a versatile bonus study room. The primary suite is conveniently located on the first floor for added privacy. With energy-efficient upgrades and a customizable backyard oasis, this home is eco-friendly and perfect for entertaining. Schedule your tour today!
- Listed by Lacey Walker • TREC #0702980 • Nextgen Real Estate Properties
Property Details for 218 Velasco Street
Area
4
Geo Market AreaEast End Revitalized
SubdivisionEngelke Ssbb
Primary Planned CommunityNo
For LeaseNo
School District27 - Houston
StyleContemporary/Modern
Private PoolNo
LISTING UPDATED: 01/19/2025 06:10 PM
Property Details for 218 Velasco Street
| Status | Pending |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 11829172 |
| Days on Market | 92 |
| Taxes | $6,666 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single-Family |
| Year Built | 1950 |
| Lot Size | 0.12 AC / 5,250 SF |
| County | Harris County |
Building Information for 218 Velasco Street
Stories2Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,250 SF
Property Information for 218 Velasco Street
Description Information
School Details
- School Elementary: BURNET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
- School Middle: NAVARRO MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
- School High: WHEATLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Building Details
- Stories: 2
- Dwelling Type: Free Standing
- Garage Desc: None
- New Construction: No
- Year Built Src: Builder
Lot Information
- Acres Description: 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
- Sq Ft Source: Builder
- Lot Size Source: Other
- Section Num: 0
- Parcel Number: 003-014-000-0002
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type 1: Primary Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 1: 15'8x15'4
- Room Location 1: 1st
Room 2
- Room Type 2: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 2: 14x11
- Room Location 2: 2nd
Room 3
- Room Type 3: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 3: 10x9
- Room Location 3: 2nd
Room 4
- Room Type 4: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 4: 13x11
- Room Location 4: 2nd
Room 5
- Room Type 5: Home Office/Study
- Room Dimensions 5: 15x11
- Room Location 5: 1st
Additional Information
- Primary Bath Desc: Half Bath, Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Primary Bath: Soaking Tub, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
- Bed Room Description: En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet
- Room Description: 1 Living Area, Home Office/Study, Living Area - 1st Floor, Living/Dining Combo, Sun Room
- Kitchen Description: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Pot Filler, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting
Interior Exterior Utilities and Additional Information
Interior Features
- Microwave: Yes
- Dishwasher: Yes
- Compactor: No
- Disposal: Yes
- Fireplaces Number: 0
- Energy: Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star/CFL/LED Lights, HVAC>13 SEER
- Connections: Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
- Icemaker: No
- Range Type: Gas Cooktop
- Oven Type: Gas Oven
- Interior Features: Fire/Smoke Alarm, High Ceiling
- Floors: Engineered Wood
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck
- Street Surface: Asphalt
- Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
- Foundation: Pier & Beam
- Roof: Composition
- 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: 2.16%
Property History for 218 Velasco Street
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 218 Velasco Street
Taxable ValueLand$215,250Additions$101,950Total$317,200
Tax Record2023$4,769 ($397 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths5Total Finished SqFt2,504 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,504 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,249 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950CountyHARRISAPN0030140000002
Schools near 218 Velasco 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 - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Burnet Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Navarro Middle Public6 to 8 | ||
Wheatley High School Public9 to 12 | ||
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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