Seller's Agent in 2025
David Houston
New Leaf Real Estate
(713) 705-3180
28 in this area
181 Total Sales
508 Harvard St Houston, TX 77007
Greater Heights NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $949,000 - $1,077,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,821
Sq Ft
$554/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Adjacent to Greenbelt
- Wood Flooring
- Harvard Elementary School Rated A-
- Traditional Architecture
- Marble Countertops
About This Home
As of April 2025Charming and delightful Victorian home sits on an oversized lot in the historic Houston Heights. With 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, it’s conveniently located just steps from Harvard Elementary. Enter from front porch, you’re welcomed by a spacious entry featuring custom stained glass windows, crafted by the owner’s father. Cozy family room seamlessly connects to the formal dining room. Kitchen has been beautifully updated (2022), showcasing marble counters, a wrap-around breakfast bar, high-end appliances, and a built-in window seat with storage, next to the back door. Step outside onto the back deck and spacious backyard along with a storage shed and a fire pit—ideal for gatherings or quiet evenings. Traditional moldings, hardwood floors, and transom windows highlight this historic gem. Short walk to vibrant White Oak business district and Heights Mercantile. With easy access to I-10 and nearby hiking and biking trails leading to Downtown, this home combines charm and convenience.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
New Leaf Real Estate License #0535397 Listed on: 03/26/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,869
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Adjacent to Greenbelt
- West Facing Home
- Back Yard Fenced
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Victorian Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,821 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Dry Bar
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Formal Entry
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Utility Room
- Security System Leased
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Marble Countertops
- Quartz Countertops
- Self-Closing Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Shed
- Rear Porch
Schools
- Harvard Elementary School
- Hogg Middle School
- Heights High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Programmable Thermostat
Community Details
- Houston Heights Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 26, 2025
Closed on
Apr 28, 2025
Sold by
Blanchard Charles and Mlcak Sarah Marie
Bought by
Gorlick Joshua and Gorlick Mary
Seller's Agent
David Houston
New Leaf Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Caroline Schlemmer
Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights
List Price
$975,000
Views
38
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
-9.26%
Original Mortgage
$826,000
Outstanding Balance
$823,064
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$185,094
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 16, 2019
Closed on
Jul 2, 2019
Sold by
Cartus Financial Corporation
Bought by
Blanchard Charles
Seller's Agent
Steve Ouellette
RE/MAX Signature
Buyer's Agent
David Houston
New Leaf Real Estate
List Price
$699,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.53%
Original Mortgage
$534,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 29, 2007
Sold by
Oberg Theodore S and Marino Krista L
Bought by
Nelson Thomas and Mcdiffett Dana
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$37,500
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 24, 2002
Sold by
Payne Michael Arthur and Rochers Jessica
Bought by
Prudential Residential Svcs Ltd Prtnrshp
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,600
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 21, 2002
Sold by
Prudential Residential Svcs Ltd Prtnrshp
Bought by
Oberg Theodore S and Marino Krista L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,600
Interest Rate
6.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 1998
Sold by
Bullock Edward L and Bullock Edward Livingston
Bought by
Payne Michael Arthur
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$113,600
Interest Rate
6.94%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gorlick Joshua | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Blanchard Charles | -- | Texas American Title Company | |
| Cartus Financial Corporation | -- | Texas American Title Company | |
| Nelson Thomas | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Prudential Residential Svcs Ltd Prtnrshp | -- | Texas American Title Company | |
| Oberg Theodore S | -- | Texas American Title Company | |
| Payne Michael Arthur | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Gorlick Joshua | $826,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blanchard Charles | $534,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Nelson Thomas | $37,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Nelson Thomas | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Prudential Residential Svcs Ltd Prtnrshp | $113,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Oberg Theodore S | $223,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Payne Michael Arthur | $113,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/28/2025 03/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/26/2025 03/26/25 | For Sale | $975,000 | +39.5% | $535 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/10/2024 06/10/24 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/02/2019 07/02/19 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 06/02/2019 06/02/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/16/2019 05/16/19 | For Sale | $699,000 | -- | $384 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,452 | $875,241 | $660,000 | $215,241 |
| 2024 | $13,452 | $876,209 | $495,000 | $381,209 |
| 2023 | $13,452 | $776,393 | $462,000 | $314,393 |
| 2022 | $17,413 | $821,568 | $462,000 | $359,568 |
| 2021 | $16,756 | $753,922 | $429,000 | $324,922 |
| 2020 | $15,827 | $653,560 | $429,000 | $224,560 |
| 2019 | $16,291 | $643,785 | $429,000 | $214,785 |
| 2018 | $12,327 | $631,918 | $462,000 | $169,918 |
| 2017 | $14,269 | $631,918 | $462,000 | $169,918 |
| 2016 | $12,972 | $605,135 | $396,000 | $209,135 |
| 2015 | $8,585 | $545,671 | $330,000 | $215,671 |
| 2014 | $8,585 | $478,302 | $316,800 | $161,502 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
David Houston
-
Caroline Schlemmer
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Caroline Schlemmer
Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights
(713) 446-2716
168 in this area
265 Total Sales
-
S
Seller's Agent in 2019
Steve Ouellette
RE/MAX
-
Clay Conrad
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Clay Conrad
Latitude 29 Group
(832) 247-1311
6 in this area
90 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 13082084
APN: 0210210000014
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