NOT LISTED FOR SALE

815 W Melwood St Houston, TX 77009

Greater Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $687,000 - $813,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,248 Sq Ft
$601/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 24, 2021

Current estimated payment $4,783/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Proctor Plaza Park

About This Home

As of June 2021

Fantastic 2 bed/2 bath bungalow in the sought-after Heights' Historic East Norhill neighborhood. Some of the recent updates include a fabulous primary bathroom and walk in closet addition (approx 279 SqFt) completed in 2018. Rare walk in closet includes thoughtfully placed built ins and storage space including a full size stackable washer and dryer. Additional W/D located in 2 car garage. Hardwood floors throughout. Fantastic outdoor space located just off the kitchen includes pergola, deck and swimming pool with flagstone area for grilling - an entertainers dream! Located a block away from Proctor Plaza Park with playground and tennis courts plus close to several neighborhood dining and entertainment destinations. This Heights gem is a must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Juli Moore

Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights License #0589825 Listed on: 05/20/2021

Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights

Last Buyer's Agent

Ruth Carruthers

Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston License #0636670

Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,005

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 5,512 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Sprinkler System
  • Historic Home

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Radiant Barrier

Interior Spaces

  • 1,248 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Utility Room
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Security System Leased

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Bathtub with Shower

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Ventilation

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Browning Elementary School
  • Hogg Middle School
  • Heights High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Community Details

  • East Norhill Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,005

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: From I-10 and Studemont, go North. Studemont turns into Studewood. Drive past 11th St./Pecore. Turn right (East) on W. Melwood and go about 0.4 mile. Home will be on the left.
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1265
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Subdivision Name: East Norhill
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Historic/Antique
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Radiant Attic Barrier, Appliances, Insulation
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Dual Sinks, Granite Counters, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Tub Shower, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Living/Dining Room
  • Living Area: 1248.0
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room, Utility Room
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Subdivision
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio, Private Yard
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Detached, Garage

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Security System Leased
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs

Schools

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

Green Features

  • Green Indoor Air Qlty: Ventilation

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 10005.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2021
Closed on
Jun 24, 2021
Sold by
Vreeland Adam Prescott and Vreeland Kendra
Bought by
Haft Peter M and Haft Theresa L
Seller's Agent
Juli Moore
Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights
Buyer's Agent
Ruth Carruthers
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
List Price
$665,000
Current Estimated Value
$749,446

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.07%
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Outstanding Balance
$318,944
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$443,275

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2008
Sold by
Morton Clayton A and Morton Jill E
Bought by
Lampe Daniel A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$148,000
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2007
Sold by
Bumgardner Michael and Salinas Lillian
Bought by
Morton Clayton A and Morton Jill E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$244,800
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2007
Sold by
Bell John Maurice and Bell Cassandra
Bought by
Bumgardner Michael and Salinas Lillian

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$168,000
Interest Rate
7.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2002
Sold by
Geraci Betty A and Geraci Robert J
Bought by
Bell John Maurice

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$167,200
Interest Rate
6.8%
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
Haft Peter M -- First American Title
Lampe Daniel A -- Houston Title Company
Morton Clayton A -- Etc
Bumgardner Michael -- Alamo Title
Bell John Maurice -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Haft Peter M $60,000
Open Haft Peter M $350,000
Previous Owner Vreeland Adam $99,999
Previous Owner Vreeland Adam Prescott $284,400
Previous Owner Lampe Daniel A $148,000
Previous Owner Lampe Daniel A $148,000
Previous Owner Morton Clayton A $244,800
Previous Owner Bumgardner Michael $168,000
Previous Owner Bell John Maurice $167,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2021 06/24/21 Sold -- -- --
05/25/2021 05/25/21 Pending -- -- --
05/19/2021 05/19/21 For Sale $665,000 -- $533 / 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 $8,403 $796,400 $496,080 $300,320
2023 $8,403 $797,285 $440,960 $356,325
2022 $14,243 $661,570 $407,888 $253,682
2021 $13,706 $608,817 $347,256 $261,561
2020 $12,946 $585,148 $341,744 $243,404
2019 $12,298 $486,000 $341,744 $144,256
2018 $10,074 $510,000 $275,600 $234,400
2017 $11,040 $436,607 $275,600 $161,007
2016 $10,635 $433,720 $262,800 $170,920
2015 $7,006 $466,732 $262,800 $203,932
2014 $7,006 $413,691 $252,288 $161,403
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Juli Moore

    Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights

    (713) 502-0775

    13 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Juli Moore
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  • Ruth Carruthers

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Ruth Carruthers

    Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

    (713) 965-0812

    49 in this area

    161 Total Sales

    Ruth Carruthers
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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 86466938

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0621180000015

Texas Harris County Houston 77009 Greater Heights

815 W Melwood St, Houston, TX

This home is located at 815 W Melwood St, Houston, TX 77009 since 20 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $749,446, approximately $600 per square foot. This property was built in 1928. 815 W Melwood St is a home located in Harris County with nearby schools including Browning Elementary School, Hogg Middle, and Heights High School.

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