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$8,900 Closing Credit¹
#60058166, Jay Monroe, Listing Office: Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
$749,900 List price
542 Arlington St Houston, TX 77007
$8,905
Closing credit¹
2 beds
2 full
1,993 sqft
0.08 acres
$376 / sqft
House
Property details
About 542 Arlington St
The perfect location does exist! An exceptionally restored quintessential historic bungalow found in the heart of the Heights with custom finishes coupled with original charm. You'll find a front porch, turfed front yard (fully fenced) and serene back deck as well as storage shed and extended stone driveway/covered carport with automatic gate. You'll find generously sized bedrooms and a large transitional studio that can serve as family room, additional bedroom, office and more! The primary suite features a custom walk-in closet, built-in storage and additional space perfect for an office nook, workout area, and more! The chef’s kitchen has modern cabinets, sprawling butcher block counters, soaring cathedral ceilings, stunning vinyl plank floors and excess of natural light. A hard-to-find home with generously sized rooms, thoughtful layout, dual outdoor space and abundant charm. Situated in a highly walkable location - Minutes to acclaimed restaurants, coffee shops and hike/bike trail.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size1,993 sqft
Lot size0.0826 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingAttached Carport, Detached Carport
MLS #14383064
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Flooring Type: Plank, Tile, Vinyl
- Interior: Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Vanity, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached Carport, Detached Carport
- Exterior: Covered Patio, Deck, Fully Fenced, Fence, Porch, Patio, Private Yard
- Architectural Style: Contemporary/Modern, Other, Traditional
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $749,900
- Price/SqFt: $376
- Annual Tax Amount: $10,578
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Cleared, Near Park, Side Yard(s)
- Directions: Please use your favorite GPS.
- Year Built: 1930
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,993 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.0826 Acres
- MLS Number: 14383064
- MLS Name: HAR
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
- Office Phone: (713) 621-8001
- Office Email: loritillman@kw.com
- Listing Agent: Stephanie Pribble
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $642,564 | $10,578 |
| 2023 | $708,936 | $7,410 |
| 2022 | $645,549 | $10,987 |
| 2021 | $419,031 | $7,410 |
| 2020 | $399,774 | $8,800 |
| 2018 | $330,392 | $8,360 |
| 2017 | $330,392 | $8,943 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Harvard Elementary School
Public Magnet EE-5
0.3 mi
•810 Harvard St
3
Crockett Elementary School
Public Magnet EE-5
0.9 mi
•2112 Crockett St
2
Love Elementary School
Public District EE-5
1.2 mi
•1120 W 13th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $90,252. Most Houston, TX residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
22%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
33%
100k-200k
11%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
71%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
47%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Hiking/backpacking
Live Theatre
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Bloomingdales
Banana Republic
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
Audi
Mercedes
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Alternative
News
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Frequently asked questions
About 542 Arlington St
The listing price of 542 Arlington St property is $749,900.
The property 542 Arlington St is a house located in Houston, Texas, 77007.
Active Listing: 542 Arlington St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 542 Arlington St are: Harvard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Crockett Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Love Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hogg Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Hamilton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Gregory-Lincoln Education Center (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Reagan High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Houston Heights Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Carnegie Vanguard High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,578 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 542 Arlington St has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 542 Arlington St is 1,993 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 542 Arlington St is 1930.
This home is located at 542 Arlington St in Houston, TX and zip code 77007 in the Central Houston neighborhood. This 1,993 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $749,900.
Houston, TX housing market in April 2025 saw over 329 listings sold above listed price, more than 484 sold at listed price and over 1260 sold below. In April 2025 in Houston, TX there were 24% more homes for sale than in March. In April 2025, listings were on the market for 42 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $320,199.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.