Last list price
1636 W Alabama St Houston, TX 77006
Montrose Neighborhood
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
3,080
Sq Ft
8,750
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Garage Apartment
- 0.2 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Baker Montessori Rated A-
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 5-minute walk to Menil Park
About This Home
As of March 2025Montrose property constructed almost a century ago in a prime Houston location which now offers inside the loop potential for live/work, office, studio, retail, short/long term housing, or mixed-use space. Only minutes from Downtown, the Med Center, & Museum District w/ walkability to treasures like The Menil Collection, Bistro & Park, Univ of St. Thomas, & Westheimer restaurants & shops. With the craftmanship of a bygone era including period details & quarter-sawn oak floors, the light filled 1st floor, accessed at the covered front porch or porte cochere, has a spacious living/reception area, elegant den/office, charming bay window breakfast nook & kitchen w/pantry/storage. 5 upstairs rooms, also full of natural light, have flexible use as bedrooms/offices/creative spaces. The serene back yard shaded by a magnificent pecan tree is perfect for outdoor gatherings or peaceful retreat & features a versatile 2 story guest/flex space w/ 1.5 baths. Roof of main home installed 10/22!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,692
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 8,750 Sq Ft Lot
- South Facing Home
- Back Yard Fenced
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,080 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Decorative Fireplace
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Home Office
- Game Room
- Wood Flooring
- Security System Owned
- Washer Hookup
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Maid or Guest Quarters
Parking
- 1 Attached Carport Space
- Garage Apartment
Schools
- Baker Montessori Elementary School
- Lanier Middle School
- Lamar High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
Community Details
- Mandell Place Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: List will be provided
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2002
Sold by
Wells Gerry Mccarty
Bought by
Painter David Lee and Painter Doris Wojcik
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 23, 1999
Sold by
Mccarty Larry and Morales Dana Mccarty
Bought by
Wells Gerry Mccarty
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
7.86%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendors Lien | -- | American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $973,250 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $289,700 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $236,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $44,250 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/04/2025 03/04/25 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/09/2025 02/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/08/2025 02/08/25 | For Sale | $1,175,000 | 0.0% | $381 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2025 02/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/23/2024 08/23/24 | For Sale | $1,175,000 | -- | $381 / Sq Ft |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $24,616 | $1,176,490 | $962,500 | $213,990 |
| 2023 | $24,616 | $1,225,541 | $962,500 | $263,041 |
| 2022 | $25,103 | $1,140,056 | $700,000 | $440,056 |
| 2021 | $21,539 | $924,174 | $700,000 | $224,174 |
| 2020 | $22,048 | $910,490 | $600,000 | $310,490 |
| 2019 | $21,510 | $850,061 | $600,000 | $250,061 |
| 2018 | $19,257 | $761,000 | $562,500 | $198,500 |
| 2017 | $20,194 | $761,000 | $562,500 | $198,500 |
| 2016 | $18,575 | $700,000 | $487,500 | $212,500 |
| 2015 | $14,613 | $668,000 | $487,500 | $180,500 |
| 2014 | $14,613 | $650,000 | $412,500 | $237,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Amy McInnis
A
Seller's Agent in 2025
Amy McInnis
Prime Properties
(832) 620-5579
1 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Carmen Munoz
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Carmen Munoz
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
(713) 212-4820
1 in this area
27 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 10081811
APN: 0522210000017
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