Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/04/2026
Listed
$495,000
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Property Description
4-story home in Harvard Heights with great views, ideally situated on a corner lot w/no side neighbors, offering added privacy & abundant natural light throughout. Located just steps from the White Oak Bayou Trail, you'll enjoy easy access to walking, running, & biking, along w/a highly walkable location near restaurants & everyday conveniences. The home has been recently refreshed w/interior paint, carpet (2026), & updated landscaping on the private front patio, giving it a clean, move-in ready feel. The kitchen offers ample space for cooking & gathering, while the spacious primary suite overlooks the trail for a more peaceful setting. The fourth-floor terrace is ideal for entertaining, w/views of the bayou & downtown. With quick access to major freeways, commuting is simple while still being close to some of the city's best dining and entertainment. A solid combination of location, functionality, & low-maintenance living-move-in ready & worth a look. Come see it before it's gone!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 196 Harvard St
General
- Price: $495,000
- HOA FEE: $275/month
- Taxes: $10,718 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 81715510
- Updated: 5/4/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 14
- Interior Features: Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Living/Dining Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 16
- County: Harris
- Subdivision: Allegro/Bayou
- Driving Directions: From I-10 Katy Freeway, exit Heights Blvd and head north. Turn right on W 6th St, then left into the Harvard Heights community. Continue straight—home is on the corner.
School Information
- Elem School District: 27 - Houston
- Midd School District: 27 - Houston
- High School District: 27 - Houston
- Elementary School: CROCKETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
- Middle School: HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
- High School: HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Harvard Heights Bayou
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: Contemporary/Modern
- Construction: Brick, Cement Siding, Stucco
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 4
- Square Feet: 2,256
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 2,256 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2012
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0382
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $275
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Tax Amount: $10,718
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: LT 12 BLK 1 ALLEGRO ON THE BAYOU
- Legal Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
- APN: 129-062-001-0012
Listed by Bernstein Realty (713) 932-1032, Susan Mc Cauley (713) 858-4532 and Bernstein Realty (713) 932-1032, Anita Bormaster (832) 431-0722
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Listing agents
— 196 Harvard St —
Susan Mc Cauley
Bernstein Realty
713-858-4532
Anita Bormaster
Bernstein Realty
832-431-0722
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Schools
Schools serving 196 Harvard St
School District:Houston Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Crockett Elementary School, Houston, TX 2112 Crockett Street, Houston, TX 77007 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Hogg Middle School 1100 Merrill Street, Houston, TX 77009 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Heights High School 413 East 13th Street, Houston, TX 77008 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 196 Harvard St
Tax History
Tax History for 196 Harvard St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$10,477
6%
$504,312
1%
2023
$9,859
—
$500,732
2%
2022
$9,859
-11%
$489,306
-3%
2022
$11,137
5%
$505,775
12%
2021
$10,566
-1%
$453,366
2%
2020
$10,689
-5%
$445,470
-4%
2019
$11,244
—
$464,309
4%
2018
$11,253
-9%
$444,689
-9%
2017
$12,390
—
$490,423
—
2016
$12,401
—
$490,423
—
2015
$12,433
—
$490,423
23%
2015
$12,433
36%
$399,945
12%
2013
$9,164
—
$358,125
—
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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196 Harvard Street, Houston, TX 77007 (MLS# 81715510) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 196 Harvard Street is currently listed for $495,000 and was received on May 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 196 Harvard Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Downtown Houston? You can browse all Downtown Houston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.