NOT LISTED FOR SALE

517 Columbia St Houston, TX 77007

Greater Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $691,000 - $811,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,260 Sq Ft
$597/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 18, 2021

Current estimated payment $4,732/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Adjacent to Greenbelt
  • Traditional Architecture
  • High Ceiling
  • Harvard Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Private Yard

About This Home

As of June 2021

Renovated and expanded by local builder Lucas Craftsmanship, this 2 BR, 2 BA home masterfully balances 1920s charm with modern amenities. Sitting on a full lot(6600 sq ft) in the historic Houston Heights, 517 Columbia boasts an enormous yard and benefits from a superb location just 1 block from both the Heights Hike & Bike Trail and all the great restaurants along White Oak. Beautifully designed island kitchen features all stainless steel appliances, striking modern light fixture, and gorgeous custom ceiling detail. Open design with the kitchen naturally flowing into the living room. Vintage elements (exposed shiplap, beadboard paneling, original door hardware, transom windows) throughout give the home a warm and welcoming feel. Other highlights include hardwood floors, marble counters, walk-in closet in the primary suite, and a lovely front porch. Zoned to Harvard Elementary.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brandon Krueger

Boulevard Realty License #0552389 Listed on: 05/05/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Callaway Sulma

Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty License #0618443

Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,797

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 6,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x132
  • Adjacent to Greenbelt
  • Private Yard

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Block Foundation
  • Aluminum Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,260 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • High Ceiling
  • Formal Entry
  • Family Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Utility Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Rear Porch

Schools

  • Harvard Elementary School
  • Hogg Middle School
  • Heights High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Community Details

  • Houston Heights Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,797

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: From Heights Blvd, East on 5th, north on Columbia.
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1515
  • Lot Size: 50x132
  • Subdivision Name: Houston Heights
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island
  • Living Area: 1260.0
  • Dining Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Family Room, Utility Room
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Aluminum
  • Lot Features: Subdivision, Backs to Greenbelt/Park
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Schools

  • Elementary School: HARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Junior High Dist: 27 - Houston
  • High School: HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 13797.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 5, 2021
Closed on
Jun 18, 2021
Sold by
517 Columbia Llc
Bought by
Smith Eve
Seller's Agent
Brandon Krueger
Boulevard Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Callaway Sulma
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$625,000
Current Estimated Value
$752,643

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.24%
Original Mortgage
$524,000
Outstanding Balance
$477,505
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$304,340

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2010
Sold by
Zuckero Carlos Wayne
Bought by
517 Columbia Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2010
Sold by
Zuckero Wilma and Zuckero Wilma E
Bought by
Zuckero Carlos Wayne and Zuckero Wilma
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smith Eve -- Alamo Title Company Houston
517 Columbia Llc -- Charter Title Company
Zuckero Carlos Wayne -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smith Eve $524,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/18/2021 06/18/21 Sold -- -- --
05/19/2021 05/19/21 Pending -- -- --
05/05/2021 05/05/21 For Sale $625,000 -- $496 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $9,093 $644,214 $495,000 $149,214
2023 $9,093 $713,317 $462,000 $251,317
2022 $14,422 $655,000 $462,000 $193,000
2021 $14,690 $630,277 $429,000 $201,277
2020 $13,924 $575,000 $429,000 $146,000
2019 $15,728 $621,544 $429,000 $192,544
2018 $14,748 $619,438 $462,000 $157,438
2017 $15,663 $619,438 $462,000 $157,438
2016 $14,040 $555,247 $396,000 $159,247
2015 $10,921 $485,900 $330,000 $155,900
2014 $10,921 $460,000 $316,800 $143,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Brandon Krueger

    Boulevard Realty

    (832) 457-3840

    40 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Brandon Krueger
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Sarah Callaway Sulma

    Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

    (713) 299-9888

    25 in this area

    120 Total Sales

    Sarah Callaway Sulma
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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 9563190

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0210190000008

Texas Harris County Houston 77007 Greater Heights

517 Columbia St, Houston, TX

This home is located at 517 Columbia St, Houston, TX 77007 since 05 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $752,643, approximately $597 per square foot. This property was built in 1920. 517 Columbia St is a home located in Harris County with nearby schools including Harvard Elementary School, Hogg Middle, and Heights High School.

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