Houston, TX 77008 1240 Heights Boulevard
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Presented By: Circa Real Estate;
Home Details
Set along iconic, tree-lined Heights Blvd, this updated 1920s bungalow offers historic Houston Heights character with remodeled spaces and flexibility. The main house features two spacious bedrooms, each with its own full bath, plus a versatile room ideal for a study, library, den or guest space. Spacious living & dining rooms, original hardwood floors, classic millwork and built-ins preserve the home's distinctive character, while the remodeled kitchen and primary bath provide a fresh, updated feel. A large back deck offers room for grilling, dining & entertaining. Full size washer and dryer in laundry room. The lease includes a separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath garage apartment with a living area and remodeled kitchen and bath, ideal for guests, extended family or a private office. The front porch overlooks shaded Heights Boulevard and its trail, with parks, restaurants, coffee shops, shopping and neighborhood favorites nearby. Flexible living in one of the Heights' most walkable locations.
Presented By: Circa Real Estate;
Interior Features for 1240 Heights Boulevard
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Possible3
Total Bedrooms2
Bathrooms
Half Baths0
Total Baths2
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
FlooringPlank, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesCrown Molding, En Suite Bathroom, Full Bath on Main Level, Granite Counters, Main Level Primary, Soaking Tub, Two Bedrooms Down, Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
Laundry FeaturesWasher Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Total Stories1
Other Rooms
Room TypeBreakfast Room/Nook, Dining Room, Garage Apartment, Living Room, Office
General for 1240 Heights Boulevard
AppliancesDishwasher, Electric Oven, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Gas Range, Dryer, Washer
Architectural StyleCraftsman, Detached, Traditional
Attached Garage No
Availability Date2026-10-15
CityHouston
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
CountryUS
CountyHarris
DirectionsFrom I-610 and Yale Street, head south on Yale Street. Turn left onto W 12th Street, then left onto Heights Boulevard. The property will be on your right, just before W 13th Street.
DisclosuresOther
Elementary SchoolHARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Elementary School District27 - Houston
Energy EfficientInsulation, Thermostat
Facing DirectionWest
Full Baths2
Garage Spaces2
Garage Y/NYes
Green Indoor Air QualityVentilation
HeatingCentral, Gas
High SchoolHEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
High School District27 - Houston
Legal DescriptionLT 21 BLK 187 HOUSTON HEIGHTS
LevelsOne
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area9
MLS Area MinorHeights/Greater Heights
Middle/Junior High SchoolHOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Middle/Junior School District27 - Houston
ModificationTimestamp2026-10-27T21:43:29.927-00:00
New ConstructionNo
Ok to LeaseLong Term
Other StructuresGarage Apartment
Patio/Porch FeaturesDeck, Patio
Pets AllowedConditional, Pet Deposit
PostalCityHouston
Property Sub Type AdditionalDetached, Single Family Residence
Property SubtypeDetached
Property TypeResidential Lease
Security FeaturesSmoke Detector(s)
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count1
Subdivision NameHouston Heights
Total Rooms9
Year Built1920
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Exterior for 1240 Heights Boulevard
Building Area Total1682
Exterior AmenitiesDeck, Fully Fenced, Irrigation Sprinklers, Paved Driveway, Patio
Lot FeaturesSubdivision
Lot Size Acres0.1722
Lot Size Area7500
Lot Size SourceAppraiser
Parking FeaturesAdditional Parking, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Private PoolNo
Road Surface TypeConcrete
Water SourcePublic
Additional Details
Price History
Jeffrey Whitespeare
Founder/Owner
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