Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/13/2026
Listed
$5,500
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MLS
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Property Description
Set along iconic, tree-lined Heights Blvd, this updated 1920s bungalow offers historic Houston Heights character with remodeled spaces and flexibility. The main house features two spacious bedrooms, each with its own full bath, plus a versatile room ideal for a study, library, den or guest space. Spacious living & dining rooms, original hardwood floors, classic millwork and built-ins preserve the home's distinctive character, while the remodeled kitchen and primary bath provide a fresh, updated feel. A large back deck offers room for grilling, dining & entertaining. Full size washer and dryer in laundry room. The lease includes a separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath garage apartment with a living area and remodeled kitchen and bath, ideal for guests, extended family or a private office. The front porch overlooks shaded Heights Boulevard and its trail, with parks, restaurants, coffee shops, shopping and neighborhood favorites nearby. Flexible living in one of the Heights' most walkable locations.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1240 Heights Blvd
General
- Rent: $5,500
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 37494322
- Updated: 10/13/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: Long Term
- Date Available: 10/15/2026
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Crown Molding, En Suite Bathroom, Full Bath on Main Level, Granite Counters, Main Level Primary, Soaking Tub, Two Bedrooms Down, Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring: Plank, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Fully Fenced, Irrigation Sprinklers, Paved Driveway, Patio
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 9
- County: Harris
- Subdivision: Houston Heights
- Driving Directions: From I-610 and Yale Street, head south on Yale Street. Turn left onto W 12th Street, then left onto Heights Boulevard. The property will be on your right, just before W 13th Street.
- Direction Faces: West
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
- Property Detached: Yes
- Architectural Style: Craftsman, Detached, Traditional
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,682
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 1,682 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage Apartment
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1722
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Features: Subdivision
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Insulation, Thermostat
- Indoor Air Quality: Ventilation
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: LT 21 BLK 187 HOUSTON HEIGHTS
- Legal Disclosures: Other
- APN: 020-183-000-0021
Listed by Circa Real Estate (713) 398-8719, Mary Wassef (713) 398-8719
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 History for 1240 Heights Blvd
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1240 Heights Boulevard, Houston, TX 77008 (MLS# 37494322) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1240 Heights Boulevard is currently listed for rent at $5,500 and was received on October 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 1240 Heights Boulevard? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in Houston? You can browse all Houston rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.