$699,900

1516 Lawrence Street, Houston, TX 77008

2 beds |
2 baths |
1,444 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1930
5,001sqft lot
—— car garage
$485/sqft
Listed 1 day ago

Property Description

Storybook charm meets modern living in the heart of Houston Heights! Just 2 blocks from the popular Nicholson Hike & Bike/M-K-T Trail, this renovated bungalow w/nearly 1,700 SF of interiors with A/C offers character, comfort, and walkable living on a quiet 5,000 SF lot. Bright, open layout with a fully renovated kitchen featuring timeless cabinetry, elegant countertops, and floating shelves. Two spacious living areas—rare at this price point—including a vaulted second living space with soaring ceilings and backyard views, ideal as a family room, playroom, or potential third bedroom. Features include renovated full and powder baths, pantry, and sizable in-home utility room (rare to find). Thoughtful updates throughout. Enjoy a ~240 SF air-conditioned casita—perfect for office, studio, or gym—plus fully fenced yard and automatic driveway gate. Exceptional opportunity in one of the Heights’ most walkable locations. Turnkey home offering an active, walkable Heights lifestyle—move right in!

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: April 17, 2026
Data Last Updated:: April 19, 2026 at 3:09AM
Listing Office:: Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights : 832-899-4788
Listing Agent:: Jihye Deveau : 1+713-854-1097
MLS ID:: 30410780

General: Crown MoldingAll Bedrooms DownPrimary Bed - 1st Floor
Rooms: Formal LivingLiving Area - 1st FloorLiving/Dining ComboUtility Room
Appliances: DisposalGas OvenMicrowaveGas CooktopDishwasher
Laundry: Gas Dryer HookupWasher Hookup
Flooring: TileWood
A/C: Ceiling Fan(s)Electric
Heating: Natural Gas
Eco/Green Feature: Thermostat

General: Back Green SpaceDetached Gar Apt /QuartersShed(s)Workshop
Style: Traditional
Parking: Driveway GateAdditional ParkingAuto Driveway GateExtra DrivewayDriveway

Roofing: Composition
Windows: Insulated/Low-E windowsWindow Coverings
General: Wood Siding1Block & Beam

Road/Access: Asphalt
Originating MLS: Houston Association of Realtors
School District: 27 - Houston
County: Harris

Zoning: LTS 400 & 401 HOUSTON HEIGHTS ANNEX0391140000400
Fencing: Back YardFull

Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: Houston Association of Realtors

This listing courtesy of Jihye Deveau , Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights

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Location

Schools Nearby

Love Elementary School

1120 W 13th St, Houston, TX, 77008

Grades EE-5

0.35 miles away

Hamilton Middle School

139 E 20th St, Houston, TX, 77008

Grades 6-8

0.70 miles away

Reagan High School

413 E 13th St, Houston, TX, 77008

Grades 9-12

0.86 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.