Address
816 Kipling Street, Houston, TX
Price
$ 1,200,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#96959618
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyHarris
- CityHouston
- Area16 Montrose
- NeighborhoodMontrose
- Zip77006
- Style
- Year Built1913
- Taxes$ 21280
- Price$ 1,200,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage3692
- Lot Size0.1377 Acres
Data Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR)
Property Description
Built in 1913 and thoughtfully expanded in 1998, this remarkable 3,692 SF home pairs historic character with the space and functionality of today. Located in the coveted Audubon Place Historic Dist, the home offers 4 bdrms, 3½ baths and an attached air-conditioned workshop. One of the oldest surviving homes in the Montrose area,some of its distinctive features include soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors and distinctive diamond-pane wood windows. Recent improvements include a new roof in 2025, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a rebuilt front porch completed in accordance with Historic guidelines. All four bedrooms are upstairs, where a gorgeous veranda overlooks the majestic oaks surrounding the property. A spacious backyard with pond provides a peaceful outdoor retreat. Set in one of Houston’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this exceptional home offers history, character and a wonderfully central location close to everything the Inner Loop has to offer.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Elementary School | GREGORY-LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle School | LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON) High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed $1,200,000 |
General Features
| Country | US |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central,Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Microwave,Dryer,Refrigerator,Washer |
| Patio/Porch Features | Balcony,Covered,Deck,Patio,Porch |
| Architectural Style | Craftsman,Traditional |
| Security Features | Security Gate,Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Stucco |
| Year Built | 1913 |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two |
| Property Subtype | Detached |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Full Ownership |
| Community Features | Curbs,Gutter(s) |
| County | Harris |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Energy Efficient | Exposure/Shade,Thermostat |
| Subdivision Name | Montrose |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Total Rooms | 11 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Via Westheimer, south on Montrose. Left on Kipling. Home will be on the left. |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2026-09-12T19:40:20.260-00:00 |
| High School | LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON) |
| City | Houston |
| Disclosures | Seller Disclosure |
| High School District | 27 - Houston |
| MLS Area | 16 |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Carport Spaces | 1 |
| Carport Y/N | true |
| Elementary School | BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL |
| Tax Annual Amount | 21280 |
| Middle/Junior High School | GREGORY-LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL |
| MLS Area Minor | Montrose |
| Lease Considered Y/N | false |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | 27 - Houston |
| Elementary School District | 27 - Houston |
| Year Built Source | Public Records |
| PostalCity | Houston |
| Legal Description | LT 7 BLK 22 MONTROSE |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | All Bedrooms Up,Wet Bar,Crown Molding,Double Vanity,Entrance Foyer,En Suite Bathroom,High Ceilings,Bath in Primary Bedroom,Multiple Staircases,Pantry,Sitting Area in Primary,Soaking Tub,Upper Level Primary,Vanity,Walk-In Closet(s),Window Treatments,Ceiling Fan(s),Programmable Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Tile,Wood |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Gas Log |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Window Coverings |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Laundry Features | Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Room Type | Breakfast Room/Nook,Den,Dining Room,Entry/Foyer,Family Room,Living Room,Utility Room,Half Bath,Sitting Room |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony,Covered Patio,Deck,Fully Fenced,Fence,Paved Driveway,Porch,Patio,Private Yard |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Back Yard |
| Parking Features | Attached Carport,Additional Parking,Electric Gate |
| Lot Features | Subdivision,Backs to Greenbelt/Park |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 6000 |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Building Area Total | 3692 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1377 |
| Road Surface Type | Asphalt |
| Lot Size Source | Appraiser |
| Private Pool | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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