Houston, TX 77009 820 Kern Street
$539,900
25 more
Presented By: Boulevard Realty;
Beds • 3
Baths • 2
SQFT • 1,296
Garage • 2
Home Details
Updated Heights bungalow offering a blend of original character, modern updates and generous outdoor space. The open living, dining and kitchen areas feature abundant natural light and flow to the fully fenced backyard with covered patio and pergola. The renovated primary suite includes an expanded walk-in closet and bath with freestanding soaking tub, Porcelanosa fixtures and separate shower. Significant improvements since 2021 include a 24kW Generac whole-home generator, updated HVAC, PEX plumbing, added insulation, water heater, foundation leveling, HardiePlank siding and smart home features. A private driveway leads to the detached 2-car garage. Close to Heights and Airline shops, restaurants, and more. The home also has an established short-term rental history, with information available upon request.
Presented By: Boulevard Realty;
Interior Features for 820 Kern Street
Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms3
Bathrooms
Half Baths0
Total Baths2
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
FlooringLaminate, Tile
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesCeiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
Window FeaturesLow-Emissivity Windows
General for 820 Kern Street
AppliancesDishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range
Architectural StyleCraftsman
Attached Garage No
CityHouston
Construction MaterialsWood Siding
CoolingCentral Air, Gas
CountryUS
CountyHarris
DirectionsFrom I-45 and I-10 intersection, head North on I-45 to the Main street exit. Turn Left on Main Street. Turn Right on Airline. After several blocks, turn Left on Kern st. Property on right.
ElectricGenerator
Elementary SchoolFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Elementary School District27 - Houston
Energy EfficientThermostat, Windows
Full Baths2
Garage Spaces2
Garage Y/NYes
HeatingCentral, Gas
High SchoolHEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
High School District27 - Houston
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionLT 16 BLK 2 WALTON COURT
LevelsOne
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area9
MLS Area MinorHeights/Greater Heights
Middle/Junior High SchoolHOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Middle/Junior School District27 - Houston
ModificationTimestamp2026-11-01T15:26:15.570-00:00
New ConstructionNo
PostalCityHouston
Property SubtypeDetached
Property TypeResidential
RoofComposition
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count1
Subdivision NameWalton Court Add
Tax Annual Amount12941
Tax Year2026
Total Rooms7
Virtual TourClick here
Year Built1950
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Exterior for 820 Kern Street
Building Area Total1296
Exterior AmenitiesFence
FencingBack Yard
Foundation DetailsBlock
Lot FeaturesSubdivision
Lot Size Acres0.1148
Lot Size Area5000
Lot Size SourceAppraiser
Parking FeaturesDetached, Garage
Private PoolNo
Water SourcePublic
Additional Details
Price History
Jeffrey Whitespeare
Founder/Owner