Seller's Agent in 2023
Julie O'Neill
Norhill Realty
(281) 224-4410
30 in this area
64 Total Sales
501 E 12th St Houston, TX 77008
Greater Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $972,000 - $1,106,253
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,116
Sq Ft
$496/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Adjacent to Greenbelt
- Traditional Architecture
- Corner Lot
- Harvard Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Home Office
About This Home
As of April 2023This classic, two story Victorian home sits on a corner, fully fenced and landscaped, 5,869 square foot lot in the epicenter of the Heights. The main floor includes two bedrooms each with great closets that share a Jack & Jill bath, a roomy combo living/dining space, eat-in kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances, and a combo laundry/pantry closet. Upstairs is a second living area/den with additional closet space, and spacious master suite with dual sinks, a walk-in closet, vanity area and tremendous extra storage. Outside enjoy plentiful fenced green space and a porch in the front yard, a play set in the side yard, and in the back a pergola covered patio, back porch, two car garage and extra parking pad accessed by an automatic privacy gate. This home is filled with light and has a very functional floor plan and hardwood floors throughout. Walk to plentiful restaurants, parks and the ever-growing Heights retail scene. Zoned to Harvard and no flooding (per sellers).
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,368
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 5,869 Sq Ft Lot
- Adjacent to Greenbelt
- South Facing Home
- Corner Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Back Yard Fenced and Side Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Electric Gate
- Additional Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,116 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Formal Entry
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Home Office
- Utility Room
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
- Security Gate
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Electric Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Exposure or Shade
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Rear Porch
Schools
- Harvard Elementary School
- Hogg Middle School
- Heights High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Programmable Thermostat
Community Details
- Houston Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: window treatments/curtains in two 1st flr bedrooms
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 16, 2023
Closed on
Apr 20, 2023
Sold by
Stone Jason Richard and Stone Morgan R
Bought by
Yu Alice Renee and Wells Harris Yancy
Seller's Agent
Julie O'Neill
Norhill Realty
Buyer's Agent
Stephen Warrell
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$985,000
Views
9
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.78%
Original Mortgage
$796,800
Outstanding Balance
$775,177
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$273,386
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 26, 2019
Closed on
Nov 20, 2019
Sold by
Layrisson Louise E and Layrisson Margaret L
Bought by
Stone Jason Richard and Stone Morgan R
Seller's Agent
Julie O'Neill
Norhill Realty
Buyer's Agent
Julie O'Neill
Norhill Realty
List Price
$825,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.81%
Original Mortgage
$636,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 18, 2018
Sold by
Bustamante Vincent
Bought by
Layrisson Louis Edward and Layrisson Margaret Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$572,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 2012
Sold by
Wheatley Russell Spencer and Wheatley Leigh C
Bought by
Layrisson Louis E and Layrisson Margaret L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$402,750
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 13, 2011
Sold by
Carver Kirk and Carver Elizabeth
Bought by
Wheatley Russell
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$712,500
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 20, 2004
Sold by
Cunningham Charles L and Cunningham Vicki
Bought by
Wheatley Russell Spencer
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,000
Interest Rate
5.59%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yu Alice Renee | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Stone Jason Richard | -- | Allegiance Title | |
| Layrisson Louis Edward | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Layrisson Louis E | -- | Startex Title Company | |
| Wheatley Russell | -- | Old Republic National Title | |
| Wheatley Russell Spencer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Yu Alice Renee | $796,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Stone Jason Richard | $636,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Layrisson Louis Edward | $572,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Layrisson Louis E | $402,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Wheatley Russell | $712,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Wheatley Russell Spencer | $268,000 | |
| Closed | Wheatley Russell Spencer | $50,250 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2024 10/06/24 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/20/2023 04/20/23 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/01/2023 04/01/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/31/2023 03/31/23 | Price Changed | $985,000 | 0.0% | $466 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/31/2023 03/31/23 | For Sale | $985,000 | +3.7% | $466 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/21/2023 03/21/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/16/2023 03/16/23 | For Sale | $950,000 | +15.2% | $449 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/20/2019 11/20/19 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 10/21/2019 10/21/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/26/2019 09/26/19 | For Sale | $825,000 | -- | $389 / Sq Ft |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,832 | $1,154,372 | $528,210 | $626,162 |
| 2024 | $15,832 | $996,000 | $528,210 | $467,790 |
| 2023 | $15,832 | $999,214 | $528,210 | $471,004 |
| 2022 | $17,368 | $788,757 | $410,830 | $377,927 |
| 2021 | $19,438 | $834,000 | $410,830 | $423,170 |
| 2020 | $19,412 | $801,637 | $410,830 | $390,807 |
| 2019 | $19,575 | $773,586 | $381,485 | $392,101 |
| 2018 | $15,052 | $754,689 | $352,140 | $402,549 |
| 2017 | $18,173 | $754,689 | $352,140 | $402,549 |
| 2016 | $16,521 | $736,987 | $352,140 | $384,847 |
| 2015 | $10,983 | $604,170 | $293,450 | $310,720 |
| 2014 | $10,983 | $571,401 | $246,498 | $324,903 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Julie O'Neill
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Stephen Warrell
S
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Stephen Warrell
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
(713) 558-1933
72 in this area
218 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 83803370
APN: 0201870000029
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