Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/22/2026
Listed
$1,385,000
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Property Description
A rare opportunity in the heart of the Heights, 840 Cortlandt is an iconic 100+ year-old eight-unit property, lovingly maintained by the same owner for 50 years. Set on an 8,580 sq ft lot just steps from White Oak Dr, Harvard Elementary, Heights Mercantile and the hike & bike trail, the property is currently occupied with long-term tenants. Interiors retain the character of the original home with hardwood floors, subway tile and timeless finishes. The main building includes four 1-bedroom units and two studios, while the garage offers two additional 2-bedroom apartments. Alley access and parking for eight vehicles. Designated historic, commercial and multifamily, this is a truly unique property in a prime Heights location. Garage apartments are 1,296 sq ft and are not included in the listed building square footage. Hold as an income producing investment property or build out your dream home. Freshly painted exterior. See listing attachments for rent roll, updates and unit details.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 840 Cortlandt St #8
General
- Price: $1,385,000
- Taxes: $26,205 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 61714295
- Updated: 9/22/2026
- Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Refrigerator
- Flooring: Tile, Wood, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Parking Features: Carport
Location
- Area: 9
- County: Harris
- Subdivision: Houston Heights
- Driving Directions: Take I-10 East towards the Heights. Exit Heights Boulevard and turn left (north). Turn right onto White Oak and left onto Cortlandt Street. Continue to 840 Cortlandt St, Houston, TX 77007.
- 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, Other, Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Central, Gas, Other, Window Unit
Utilities
- Utility Description: Water Available
Structural Information
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 4,116
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 4,116 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $26,205
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, 1031 Exchange, Investor Financing, Other, Trade
Disclosures and Reports
- Documents Avail.: Seller's Property Disclosure
- Legal Description: LT 22 & TR 21 BLK 249 HOUSTON HEIGHTS
- Legal Disclosures: Other
- APN: 020-245-000-0021
Listed by Realty Of America, LLC (512) 788-9495, Eileen Smedley (281) 450-7420
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Schools
Schools serving 840 Cortlandt St #8
School District:Houston Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Harvard Elementary School 810 Harvard Street, Houston, TX 77007 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Hogg Middle School 1100 Merrill Street, Houston, TX 77009 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Heights High School 413 East 13th Street, Houston, TX 77008 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 840 Cortlandt St #8
Tax History
Tax History for 840 Cortlandt St #8
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$26,205
—
$1,239,456
1%
2025
$26,205
10%
$1,233,061
—
2023
$23,717
—
$1,229,472
4%
2022
$23,717
13%
$1,177,139
23%
2022
$21,006
-1%
$954,013
-2%
2021
$21,257
9%
$972,908
4%
2020
$19,468
—
$931,768
16%
2019
$19,468
36%
$803,954
42%
2018
$14,334
—
$566,464
—
2017
$14,311
—
$566,465
—
2016
$14,328
12%
$566,644
13%
2015
$12,745
—
$502,736
14%
2015
$12,745
55%
$440,000
37%
2013
$8,245
—
$322,212
—
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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Listed by Jessica Escamilla (713) 498-0773
840 Cortlandt Street #8, Houston, TX 77007 (MLS# 61714295) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 840 Cortlandt Street #8 is currently listed for $1,385,000 and was received on September 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 840 Cortlandt Street #8? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Houston? You can browse all Houston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.