Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/06/2026
Listed
$979,750
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MLS
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Property Description
Exceptional architecture defines every aspect of this one-of-a-kind Butterfly Loft. Conceived as a modern interpretation of Houston's traditional shotgun house, its thoughtful design responds to both climate and lifestyle through a north-south orientation, natural cross-ventilation, and an efficient floor plan with virtually no wasted space. Dramatic architectural spaces celebrate thoughtful, efficient use of space, while exposed structural beams, expansive commercial-grade windows, and the iconic two-story screened porch create a seamless relationship between the indoors and the surrounding landscape. Natural light fills every room, fresh breezes flow throughout the home, and each space connects effortlessly to the next. The result is an environment that feels open yet intimate, dramatic yet welcoming-a home where architecture is not simply admired but experienced every day.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 526 W 26th St
General
- Price: $979,750
- Taxes: $17,711 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 67114971
- Updated: 7/9/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 15
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, Elevator Shaft, High Ceilings, Hot Tub/Spa, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Quartz Counters, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Vanity, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wired for Sound, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Loft, Programmable Thermostat
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Outside
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Wine Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Spa: Yes
- Spa Description: Hot Tub
- Security/Safety: Prewired, Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Enclosed Porch, Fully Fenced, Fence, Hot Tub/Spa, Porch, Patio, Private Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Deck, Mosquito System, Patio, Porch, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: 9
- County: Harris
- Subdivision: Houston Heights
- Driving Directions: From I10 exit Shepherd/Durham (note under construction). Go north, cross 19th and 20th. Right on 26th, cross Lawrence, home is on the right middle of the block. From 610 N, exit Shepherd/Durham. Go south on Durham, left on 26th. Cross Shepherd, then Lawrence, home is on the right.
- Direction Faces: North
School Information
- Elem School District: 27 - Houston
- Midd School District: 27 - Houston
- High School District: 27 - Houston
- Elementary School: HELMS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
- Middle School: HAMILTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
- High School: HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary/Modern
- Builder: Open Design & Development
- Construction: Cement Siding
- Roof: Composition, Metal
- Windows: Low-Emissivity Windows, Window Coverings
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 2,810
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 2,810 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2016
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0752
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Features: Subdivision, Backs to Greenbelt/Park
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Green Features
- Building Certification: ENERGY STAR Certified Homes, HERS Index Score
- Energy Efficient: Radiant Attic Barrier, Appliances, Doors, Exposure/Shade, HVAC, Insulation, Lighting, Other, Roof, Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows
- Indoor Air Quality: Ventilation
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $17,711
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: LT 12 BLK 32 HOUSTON HEIGHTS
- Exclusions: call listing agent
- Legal Disclosures: Exclusions Disclosure, Seller Disclosure
- APN: 020-028-000-0012
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Schools
Schools serving 526 W 26th St
School District:Houston Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Helms Elementary School 503 West 21st Street, Houston, TX 77008 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Hamilton Middle School, Houston, TX 139 East 20th Street, Houston, TX 77008 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Heights High School 413 East 13th Street, Houston, TX 77008 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 526 W 26th St
Tax History
Tax History for 526 W 26th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$12,964
14%
$833,392
9%
2023
$11,403
—
$767,809
1%
2022
$11,403
-5%
$760,000
8%
2022
$12,057
-3%
$706,129
4%
2021
$12,417
-17%
$678,804
9%
2020
$14,965
2%
$623,716
3%
2019
$14,715
2%
$607,664
6%
2018
$14,488
-55%
$572,529
-55%
2017
$31,944
251%
$1,264,428
251%
2016
$9,109
12%
$360,250
12%
2015
$8,154
—
$321,643
17%
2015
$8,154
77%
$274,236
52%
2013
$4,612
—
$180,248
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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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526 W 26th Street, Houston, TX 77008 (MLS# 67114971) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 526 W 26th Street is currently listed for $979,750 and was received on July 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 526 W 26th Street? 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.