Address
1137 W 26th Street, Houston, TX
Price
$ 999,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#72989179
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyHarris
- CityHouston
- Area9 Heights/Greater Heights
- NeighborhoodShady Acres
- Zip77008
- Style
- Year Built1940
- Taxes$ 21610
- Price$ 999,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1061
- Lot Size0.4098 Acres
Data Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR)
Property Description
Rare opportunity to own approximately 19,372 SF of unrestricted land in the heart of Shady Acres. Currently home to a thriving landscape design firm, this lush, tree-lined property offers endless possibilities for luxury townhomes, a private estate, commercial use, or a creative live/work concept. The existing building features high ceilings and abundant natural light, while the expansive grounds are filled with mature trees and established landscaping that create a truly park-like setting. Surrounded by high-end new construction and just minutes from the Heights Hike & Bike Trail, popular restaurants, breweries, shopping, I-10, and Loop 610, this is a rare chance to develop one of the area’s most distinctive properties. The combination of size and mature trees creates a truly distinctive development opportunity.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| SINCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON) Elementary School | HAMILTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON) Middle School | WALTRIP HIGH SCHOOL High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/23/2026 | Listed $999,000 |
General Features
| Country | US |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central,Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air,Electric |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Gas Cooktop,Microwave |
| Garage Spaces | 4 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Detached |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Full Ownership |
| County | Harris |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Attached Garage | false |
| Subdivision Name | Shady Acres |
| Facing Direction | South |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Shed(s),Workshop |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | From 610 head south on N. Durham. Turn right on 26th and property will be on your right hand side (north side of road) |
| ModificationTimestamp | 2026-07-24T17:13:27.830-00:00 |
| High School | WALTRIP HIGH SCHOOL |
| City | Houston |
| Disclosures | Seller Disclosure |
| High School District | 27 - Houston |
| MLS Area | 9 |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Elementary School | SINCLAIR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON) |
| Tax Annual Amount | 21610 |
| Middle/Junior High School | HAMILTON MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON) |
| MLS Area Minor | Heights/Greater Heights |
| 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 | TR 13B SHADY ACRES |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | High Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling(s) |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| LivingAreaSource | Appraiser |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Fence,Private Yard,Storage |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Back Yard |
| Parking Features | Additional Parking,Detached,Garage,Oversized,Workshop in Garage |
| Lot Features | Other,Subdivision,Wooded,Backs to Greenbelt/Park |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 19372 |
| Foundation Details | Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Building Area Total | 1061 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.4098 |
| 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
Property vs Single Family Average in 77008
Price
Taxes
Year Built
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