Houston, TX 77008 208 E 12th Street
$974,000
OPEN HOUSE Sat, Nov 08 2025 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
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Presented By: Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston;
Beds • 3
Full/Half Baths • 3 / 1
SQFT • 2,681
Garage • 2
Home Details
This original historic Heights residence is move in ready and blends charm with modern convenience. Featuring 3 beds, 2.5 baths, an oversized garage and rare garage apartment with full kitchen and w/d hookups perfect for hosting guests or generating additional income. The main home offers a large porch and an airy living room which flows into a sunny dining room and large kitchen boasting custom cabinets and energy star appliances. Two well-proportioned bedrooms are serviced by a sleek full bath. Upstairs, discover the spacious primary suite with ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Head outside to a covered patio, professionally landscaped fenced yard, and large, french quarter inspired courtyard. High-quality updates abound including new roof (2025), Trane HVAC (2022) with warranty, and a transferable termite service contract. Ideally located in the heart of the Heights with easy access to dining and shopping. Zoned to highly sought-after Harvard Elementary. Don't miss this one!
Presented By: Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston;
Interior Features for 208 E 12th Street
Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms3
Bathrooms
Half Baths1
Total Baths4
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
FlooringCarpet, Tile, Wood
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesBidet, Crown Molding, High Ceilings, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Pot Filler, Self-closing Cabinet Doors, Self-closing Drawers, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
Laundry FeaturesWasher Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Window FeaturesStorm Window(s), Window Coverings
Other Rooms
Room TypeDining Room, Entry/Foyer, Garage Apartment, Living Room, Utility Room, Half Bath
General for 208 E 12th Street
AppliancesDishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Architectural StyleCraftsman, Historic/Antique
Attached Garage No
CityHouston
Construction MaterialsWood Siding
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
CountyHarris
DirectionsHead north on Heights Blvd. Right on 12th Street.
DisclosuresSeller Disclosure
Elementary SchoolHARVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Elementary School District27 - Houston
Energy EfficientAppliances, Exposure/Shade, HVAC, Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater
Facing DirectionNorth
Full Baths3
Garage Spaces2
Garage Y/NYes
HeatingCentral, Gas
High SchoolHEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
High School District27 - Houston
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionTRS 24 23B & 23A-1 BLK 199 HOUSTON HEIGHTS
LevelsTwo
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area9
MLS Area MinorHeights/Greater Heights
Middle/Junior High SchoolHOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Middle/Junior School District27 - Houston
ModificationTimestamp2025-11-06T01:43:31.560-00:00
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresGarage Apartment
Patio/Porch FeaturesCovered, Deck, Patio, Porch
PostalCityHouston
Property TypeResidential
RoofComposition
Security FeaturesSmoke Detector(s)
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count2
Subdivision NameHouston Heights
Tax Annual Amount14014
Tax Year2025
Total Rooms7
Year Built1930
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Exterior for 208 E 12th Street
Building Area Total2681
Exterior AmenitiesCovered Patio, Deck, Fully Fenced, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Porch, Patio, Private Yard
FencingBack Yard
Foundation DetailsPillar/Post/Pier
Lot FeaturesSubdivision
Lot Size Acres0.0933
Lot Size Area4062
Lot Size SourceAppraiser
Parking FeaturesDetached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Water SourcePublic
Additional Details
Price History
Jeffrey Whitespeare
Founder/Owner