$699,000

925 Cortlandt St Houston, TX 77008

$8,301
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,432 sqft
0.2 acres
$488 / sqft
House

Property details

About 925 Cortlandt St

Exceptional Opportunity in the Historic Heights! Charming pier-&-beam bungalow, currently 3-bedroom, 1-bath home, is brimming w/ potential & ready for its next chapter. Nestled on an oversized lot, there's ample green space to expand & bring your vision to life. Adding to its appeal is a 1-bedroom apartment situated above a detached 4-car garage. Minimal effort & this space could serve as an income-generating rental or comfortable living area while you renovate the main house. The front home features a screened-in porch, perfect for soaking in the charm of this sought-after neighborhood. Inside, you'll find a hidden gem: a dropped ceiling that, when removed, reveals an additional 2.5–3 feet of height & authentic shiplap ceilings! This property offers a blank canvas for you to design your dream home in a location that can't be beat—just two blocks from Heights Boulevard, trails, parks, restaurants, & entertainment. Create your dream home in one of Houston's most desirable neighborhoods.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size1,432 sqft
Lot size0.1515 Acres
Year built1920
ParkingDetached, Garage, Oversized
MLS #48542235
Garage4 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl, Wood
  • Interior: High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 4 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Oversized
  • Exterior: Enclosed Porch, Fence, Private Yard
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • List Price: $699,000
  • Price/SqFt: $488
  • Annual Tax Amount: $14,305
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Subdivision
  • Directions: Traveling from I-10 into the Heights down Heights blvd. Take a right on 9th street. Take a left on Cortland and home will be on the left hand side.
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,432 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1515 Acres
  • MLS Number: 48542235
  • MLS Name: HAR
  • Office Name: Walzel Properties - Corporate Office
  • Office Phone: (832) 674-4960
  • Office Email: shelly@walzelproperties.com
  • Listing Agent: Amy Lynch Kolflat

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$718,591$14,305
2023$741,016$13,516
2022$590,641$13,005
2021$500,000$13,516
2020$563,329$10,437
2018$398,000$10,071

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Harvard Elementary School

Public Magnet EE-5

0.1 mi

810 Harvard St

2

Love Elementary School

Public District EE-5

0.9 mi

1120 W 13th St

9

Field Elementary School

Public District EE-5

1.0 mi

703 E 17th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $49,559. Residents of Houston, TX typically earn less than $<35k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

36%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
20%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

61%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • MercedesMercedes
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
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About 925 Cortlandt St

The listing price of 925 Cortlandt St property is $699,000.

The property 925 Cortlandt St is a house located in Houston, Texas, 77008.

Active Listing: 925 Cortlandt St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 925 Cortlandt St are: Harvard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Love Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Field Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), 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), Davis High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $14,305 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 925 Cortlandt St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 925 Cortlandt St is 1,432 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 925 Cortlandt St is 1920.

This home is located at 925 Cortlandt St in Houston, TX and zip code 77008 in the Central Houston neighborhood. This 1,432 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 2, 2024 and is currently priced at $699,000.

Over 329 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Houston, TX. In the same period over 1260 listings were sold below the listed price and 484 listings were sold for the listed price. Between March and April 2025, Houston, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 24%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 42 days, the median list price was $320,199.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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