1247 Columbia Street, Houston, TX, 77008

Address

1247 Columbia Street, Houston, TX

Listing Type

Active

Price

$ 640,000

Property Attributes

MLS#32585134
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Active
CountyHarris
CityHouston
Area9 Heights/Greater Heights
NeighborhoodHouston Heights
Zip77008
Style
Year Built1920
Taxes$ 15249
Price$ 640,000
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms1
Half Bathrooms0
Sqr Footage1136
Lot Size0.1515 Acres

Data Source:

Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR)

Property Description

Experience quintessential neighborhood living in the heart of the Historic Heights. This charming 1920 residence blends the character and architectural appeal of a classic Heights home with an exceptional location. Set on a generous 6,600-square-foot corner lot with alley access, the property offers wonderful flexibility to move right in, utilize as a rental property or thoughtfully renovate your dream home. Enjoy the timeless front porch with a classic porch swing. The foyer welcomes you in with original hardwood floors and soaring ceilings. Large front living room with stunning windows and natural light. Glass French doors lead to separate dining room or home office. Two generous-sized bedrooms. Updates include: new water heater, recent HVAC and new electrical panel. Two bedroom guest house with updated plumbing, electrical and water heater. Walkable to many neighborhood restaurants, coffee shops, retail, and parks. Zoned to Harvard Elementary and minutes from downtown.

Elementary School	Middle School	High School
HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary School	HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON) Middle School	HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL High School

Price History
9/25/2026	Listed $640,000

General Features

Country	US
Sewer	Public Sewer
Heating	Central,Gas
Cooling	Central Air,Electric
Roof	Composition
Appliances	Gas Cooktop,Gas Oven,Microwave
Patio/Porch Features	Porch
Architectural Style	Craftsman,Traditional
Construction Materials	Unknown,Wood Siding
Year Built	1920
Stories Count	1
Levels	One
Property Subtype	Detached
Tax Year	2026
Community Features	Curbs
County	Harris
New Construction	false
Property Type	Residential
Subdivision Name	Houston Heights
Facing Direction	East
Garage Y/N	false
Other Structures	Shed(s)
Total Rooms	5
Full Baths	1
Status	Active
Directions	FROM I-10 Exit Heights Blvd. Head north on Heights Blvd. Turn right onto 13th Street. The property is on corner of Columbia St & 13th St.
ModificationTimestamp	2026-09-26T13:20:25.553-00:00
High School	HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
City	Houston
Disclosures	Other
High School District	27 - Houston
MLS Area	9
Lot Size Units	Square Feet
Elementary School	HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Tax Annual Amount	15249
Middle/Junior High School	HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
MLS Area Minor	Heights/Greater Heights
Lease Considered Y/N	false
Standard Status	Active
Middle/Junior School District	27 - Houston
Elementary School District	27 - Houston
Year Built Source	Public Records
PostalCity	Houston
Legal Description	LT 1 BLK 190 HOUSTON HEIGHTS

Interior Features

Interior Amenities	All Bedrooms Down,Two Bedrooms Down,Tub Shower,Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring	Carpet,Plank,Vinyl,Wood
Air Conditioning Y/N	true
Heating Y/N	true
Fireplace Y/N	false
Laundry Features	Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms	2
Room Type	Living Room
LivingAreaSource	Appraiser
Total Baths	1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities	Fence,Porch,Private Yard,Storage
Fencing	Partial
Parking Features	Alley Access,None
Lot Features	Corner Lot
Water Source	Public
Lot Size Area	6600
Foundation Details	Pillar/Post/Pier
Building Area Total	1136
Lot Size Acres	0.1515
Lot Size Source	Appraiser
Private Pool	false