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1229 Cortlandt Street

Houston, TX 77008

4 beds
2 baths
2,058 sqft
6,599 sqft lot
$422 per sqft
1920 build
– on site

Located in the heart of the Houston Heights historic district sits 1229 Cortlandt, a 4 bed/2 bath Craftsman bungalow on a 6,600 sf lot (per HCAD). Zoned to Harvard Elem (buyer to verify eligibility). Spectacular 150 year old (protected by CoH) live oak trees grace the property and provide amazing shade and beauty. Quintessential front porch for relaxation. Front living/dining rooms are ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Kitchen is well-appointed with honed granite counter, marble island, s/s appliances, ample cabinetry + adjoining sitting/breakfast area. Primary bedroom down includes a sitting area, good closet space and hallway bath which offers a marble counter, double sinks, walk-in shower and vanity space. Secondary bedroom/TV room + laundry off kitchen complete the 1st floor. Upstairs are two secondary bedrooms, study/exercise room and bath w/ double sinks and shower/tub. Magnificent fenced backyard is highlighted by a butterfly garden, expansive deck & water fountain.

Listing courtesy of HAR / Greenwood King Properties - Heights Office

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 9, 2025 •

MLS# 47083764 —

The Building

Year Built:

1920
Year Built Source:

Appraisal District
Architectural Style:

Traditional
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Batts Insulation
Structure Type:

Free Standing
Roof:

Composition
Foundation Details:

Pillar/Post/Pier
Exterior Features:

Back Green Space
Window Features:

Window Coverings
Patio And Porch Features:

Covered

Interior

Interior Features:

High Ceilings, 1 Bedroom Down - Not Primary BR,Primary Bed - 1st Floor,Sitting Area
Kitchen Features:

Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Pots/Pans Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting
Fireplace:

false
Laundry Features:

Electric Dryer Hookup
Flooring:

Laminate
Living Area:

2058
Living Area Units:

Square Feet
Stories:

1

Location

Longitude:

-95.395634
Latitude:

29.793724

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Sub Type:

Single Family Residence
Parcel Number:

0201840000005
Lot Features:

Back Yard
Lot Size Area:

0.1515
Lot Size Acres:

0.1515
Lot Size Dimensions:

50 x 132
Lot Size Square Feet:

6,599 Sqft
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Source:

Appraisal District
Fencing:

Back Yard
Road Surface Type:

Concrete
Direction Faces:

East

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

$17,954

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4

Baths

Bathrooms Full:

2
Bathrooms Total:

2
Master Bathroom Features:

Vanity Area

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling:

true
Heating:

Natural Gas
Heating:

true

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Oven

Schools

Elementary School:

Harvard Elementary School
Middle School:

Hogg Middle School (Houston)
High School District:

27 - Houston
High School:

Heights High School

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Houston Heights
Pool Area:

false
Pool Private:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Driveway Gate
Garage:

false
Carport:

false

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$870,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$4,658
Taxes	$1,496
Insurance	$239
Utilities	$182 See report
Total	$6,575/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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This house located in Inner Loop, Houston, TX 77008 is currently pending sale for $870,000. 1229 Cortlandt Street is a 2,058 square foot house with 4 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 28 days. 1229 Cortlandt Street is in the Inner Loop neighborhood of Houston and has a WalkScore® of 86, making it very walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Harvard Elementary School, Heights High School, and Hogg Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: HAR and Greenwood King Properties - Heights Office.

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