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$1,025,000 Just Listed
Property Description
Experience the timeless charm of this 1920s bungalow on prestigious Heights Boulevard. Two spacious bedrooms with oversized windows fill the space with natural light, plus a versatile flex room ideal as a study, gym, or guest room, enclosed by French doors. Classic 1920s touches include hardwood floors, a clawfoot soaker tub, unpainted solid wood doors with glass knobs, and an expansive kitchen with a gas stove. A standby generator ensures peace of mind during power outages. Enjoy a large covered front porch, an even larger covered back porch, ample closet space, a utility room with a washer/dryer, and a spacious yard. A 547 sq ft garage apartment offers incredible flexibility as a guest suite, home office, or rental income. Located steps from the Heights Hike and Bike Trail, minutes from Houston's best restaurants, bars, and local shops, with quick access to I-10, I-45, and 610, putting everything the city has to offer right at your doorstep.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1240 Heights Blvd
General
- Price: $1,025,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 65045338
- Updated: 5/27/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Crown Molding, Granite Counters, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Bamboo, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Prewired, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Paved Driveway, Patio, Private Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 9
- County: Harris
- Subdivision: Houston Heights
- Driving Directions: Please use '1240 Heights Boulevard' as the GPS address
School Information
- Elem School District: 27 - Houston
- Midd School District: 27 - Houston
- High School District: 27 - Houston
- Elementary School: HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Middle School: HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
- High School: HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Brick, Cement Siding
- Roof: Composition, Shingle, Wood
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,564
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 1,564 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1722
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Dimensions: 51 x 150
- Lot Features: Subdivision
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Insulation, Thermostat
- Indoor Air Quality: Ventilation
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: LT 21 BLK 187 HOUSTON HEIGHTS
- Legal Disclosures: None
- APN: 020-183-000-0021
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights (832) 899-4788, Kleber Pita (713) 412-8820
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Schools
Schools serving 1240 Heights Blvd
School District:Houston Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harvard Elementary School 810 Harvard Street, Houston, TX 77007 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Hogg Middle School 1100 Merrill Street, Houston, TX 77009 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Heights High School 413 East 13th Street, Houston, TX 77008 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1240 Heights Blvd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/27/2026
Listed
$1,025,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1240 Heights Blvd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,848
13%
$833,956
4%
2023
$4,276
—
$800,616
-11%
2022
$4,276
-21%
$900,000
26%
2022
$5,443
-14%
$713,663
-1%
2021
$6,301
9%
$718,780
6%
2020
$5,759
-59%
$675,000
15%
2019
$14,182
5%
$585,640
10%
2018
$13,472
10%
$532,400
10%
2017
$12,228
10%
$484,000
10%
2016
$11,126
-7%
$440,000
-7%
2015
$11,963
—
$471,900
7%
2015
$11,963
20%
$440,000
13%
2013
$9,980
—
$390,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1240 Heights Boulevard, Houston, TX 77008 (MLS# 65045338) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1240 Heights Boulevard is currently listed for $1,025,000 and was received on May 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 1240 Heights Boulevard? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Houston? You can browse all Houston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
