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#75026783, Kasia Mccormick, Listing office: Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights
$1,125,000 List price
714 Merrill St Houston, TX 77009
3 beds
2 full
1,498 sqft
0.2 acres
$751 / sqft
House
Property details
About 714 Merrill St
This charming home is a rare find—a Victorian-style skirted bungalow set on an expansive, oversized lot in the highly sought-after Woodland Heights neighborhood. Completely renovated within the past seven years, it boasts timeless design upgrades, beautifully maintained gardens, and major updates to its structure and systems. Recent improvements include new electrical wiring with Lutron and Sonos integration, updated plumbing with a water filtration system, new windows, new flooring, new outdoor walkways, and a new roof. The outdoor space is a true oasis, featuring a chef-worthy summer kitchen, raised garden beds, a welcoming front porch, and a front yard framed by a white picket fence with vibrant floral accents. The detached garage workshop offers A/C and additional storage with a shed in the backyard. An automatic carriage gate and double-wide driveway ensure plenty of room for kids and pets to enjoy the large backyard.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size1,498 sqft
Lot size0.1607 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingDetached, Garage
MLS #17608888
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Detached, Garage
- Architectural Style: Craftsman, Traditional
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $1,125,000
- Price/SqFt: $751
- Annual Tax Amount: $11,296
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Subdivision
- Directions: Head north on I-45 N from downtown. Take the N Main St exit. Continue on N Main St, then turn right onto Merrill St. Proceed to 714 Merrill St on your left.
- Year Built: 1920
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,498 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1607 Acres
- MLS Number: 17608888
- MLS Name: HAR
- Office Name: Camelot Realty Group
- Office Phone: (713) 660-9186
- Office Email: tom@camelothouston.com
- Listing Agent: JC Hickman
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Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $995,170 | $11,296 |
| 2023 | $753,420 | $11,635 |
| 2022 | $691,698 | $11,802 |
| 2021 | $661,524 | $11,635 |
| 2020 | $619,303 | $14,892 |
| 2018 | $540,000 | $13,664 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Travis Elementary School
Public Magnet EE-5
0.3 mi
•3311 Beauchamp St
3
Browning Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.6 mi
•607 Northwood St
8
Harvard Elementary School
Public Magnet EE-5
1.0 mi
•810 Harvard 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 $106,977. The majority of Houston, TX residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
5%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
18%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
55%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hiking/backpacking
Live Theatre
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
News- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 714 Merrill St
The listing price of 714 Merrill St property is $1,125,000.
The property 714 Merrill St is a house located in Houston, Texas, 77009.
Active Listing: 714 Merrill St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 714 Merrill St are: Travis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Browning Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Harvard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Hogg Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Marshall Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hamilton Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Reagan High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Davis High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Houston Heights Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $11,296 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 714 Merrill St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 714 Merrill St is 1,498 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 714 Merrill St is 1920.
This home is located at 714 Merrill St in Houston, TX and zip code 77009 in the Central Houston neighborhood. This 1,498 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,125,000.
While more than 322 listings in Houston, TX in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 411 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1379 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Houston, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 10.4%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $323,293, while the average time on the real estate market was 37 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.