OFF MARKET

Last listed at $969,900, sold on apr 2021

$1,070,959

•

2,650

sq ft

1121 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 77008

About this home

Nestled in the prime locale of the Heights, 1121 Nicholson Street is for the discerning homeowner. The home integrates classic French Quarter architecture with contemporary design & touches of historical Americana. Custom designed kitchen feat. oversized Carrera marble island, reclaimed wood, & Thermador appliances connect by a butler's pantry to the stately dining room w/ custom drapery & French Doors. Kitchen is open to family room w/ gas fireplace & wine cellar. Living expands through French Doors to covered patio w/ built-in gas grill & views of landscaped yard. Master bedroom up plus 2 add'l bedrooms w/ Jack & Jill bath, extra closet storage, and office w/ built-in shelving. Luxurious master bath, adorned w/ polished marble, stained glass, & access to master closet w/ custom built-ins. Valuable improvements incl. upgraded HVAC for whole-house comfort & humidity control. Remodeled apartment above 2 car garage incl. kitchen & full bath, providing options for add'l space or revenue.

Single-family (co-op)Property Type

2012Year Built

4,356 sq ftLot Size

$404Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Matt Vargas • Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - West Gray

Bought with Alison Sewell • Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

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•Source:HARMLS #55369444

Redfin Estimate

$1,070,959

$101K over list price of $970K

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This home's estimate is 29.1% higher than the average sale price ($830K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 9, 2026
$889,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,565 sq ft
1023 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 77008
SOLD SEP 14, 2026
$795,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,538 sq ft
1118 Dorothy St Unit A, Houston, TX 77008
SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$850,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,682 sq ft
1228 Herkimer St, Houston, TX 77008
SOLD JUL 1, 2026
$799,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,528 sq ft
1036 Alexander St, Houston, TX 77008
SOLD OCT 23, 2026
$819,900
E
3 beds2.5 baths2,503 sq ft
1137 Alexander St, Houston, TX 77008
SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$824,720
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,704 sq ft
1024 Dorothy St, Houston, TX 77008

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Market trends in 77008, TX

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

97.5%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$644K

$6K MoM

Avg. days on market

44d

7 days MoM

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238

15 MoM

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Sale history for 1121 Nicholson St

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Apr 19, 2021

Sold

HARMLS #55369444

Apr 15, 2021

Sold

$865K - $995K

Mar 15, 2021

Pending

—

Mar 11, 2021

Pending

—

Mar 4, 2021

Listed

$969,900

$366/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 6, 2019

Sold

HARMLS #19577324

Aug 5, 2019

Sold

$865K - $995K

Jul 12, 2019

Pending

—

Jul 2, 2019

Pending

—

Jun 27, 2019

Listed

$909,000

$343/sq ft

+41

Are you looking for a masterfully crafted home with an open floor plan, outdoor space & garage apartment? Welcome to 1121 Nicholson where casual elegance awaits with outstanding architectural details, moldings & hardwoods throughout. The front door, from a sugar plantation, is just one of the unique details integrating past & present. Fabulous floor plan designed for entertaining. The kitchen showcases an oversized island with reclaimed wood, gas cooktop, double ovens, built-in fridge, marble counters, walk-in pantry & wine room! Spacious formal dining with butler’s pantry. Gracious master suite with private balcony. Master bath is the perfect space to unwind with its soaking tub, separate shower, dual marble vanities & walk-in closet. Upstairs study & secondary bedrooms complete the main house. Beyond the large covered patio & landscaped yard is the stylish garage apartment with kitchen & full bath. Ideal location for everything Heights, Hike and Bike Trail & restaurants. Truly special!

Public Records

May 22, 2012

Sold

Public Records

Oct 16, 2007

Sold

Public Records

Jun 19, 2007

Sold

Public Records

Nov 20, 2006

Sold

Public Records

May 22, 2003

Sold

Public Records

Jun 18, 2001

Sold

Public Records

Jan 2, 1988

Sold

* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$20,287 (+4.7%)

$392,040 + $562,551

$954,591

2025

$19,385 (−4.3%)

$392,040 + $520,079

$912,119

2024

$20,254 (+14.2%)

2023

$17,730 (+0.7%)

2022

$17,615 (−3.1%)

$326,700 + $473,300

$800,000

2021

$18,183 (−1.2%)

$283,140 + $497,031

$780,171

2020

$18,412 (+0.9%)

$283,140 + $484,236

$767,376

2019

$18,243 (+3.9%)

$283,140 + $470,227

$753,367

2018

$17,550 (+0.2%)

$261,360 + $432,211

$693,571

2017

$17,522 (−3.5%)

$217,800 + $475,771

$693,571

2016

$18,154 (+0.7%)

$217,800 + $475,771

$693,571

2015

$18,032 (+8.5%)

$276,606 + $441,389

$717,995

2014

$16,622 (+83.2%)

$221,285 + $425,351

$646,636

2013

$9,075 (+137.2%)

$221,285 + $425,351

$646,636

2012

$3,825 (+9.3%)

$138,303 + $216,317

$354,620

2011

$3,498 (+56.6%)

2010

$2,234 (−41.5%)

2009

$3,819

Tax history for 1121 Nicholson St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$20,287 (+4.7%)

$392,040 + $562,551

$954,591

2025

$19,385 (−4.3%)

$392,040 + $520,079

$912,119

2024

$20,254 (+14.2%)

2023

$17,730 (+0.7%)

2022

$17,615 (−3.1%)

$326,700 + $473,300

$800,000

2021

$18,183 (−1.2%)

$283,140 + $497,031

$780,171

2020

$18,412 (+0.9%)

$283,140 + $484,236

$767,376

2019

$18,243 (+3.9%)

$283,140 + $470,227

$753,367

2018

$17,550 (+0.2%)

$261,360 + $432,211

$693,571

2017

$17,522 (−3.5%)

$217,800 + $475,771

$693,571

2016

$18,154 (+0.7%)

$217,800 + $475,771

$693,571

2015

$18,032 (+8.5%)

$276,606 + $441,389

$717,995

2014

$16,622 (+83.2%)

$221,285 + $425,351

$646,636

2013

$9,075 (+137.2%)

$221,285 + $425,351

$646,636

2012

$3,825 (+9.3%)

$138,303 + $216,317

$354,620

2011

$3,498 (+56.6%)

2010

$2,234 (−41.5%)

2009

$3,819

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,356 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2012

Sq. Ft.

2,650

Year built

2012

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Harris County

APN

0202040000008

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

Apr 26, 2013 • Final

Grading , fill

Construct a new single-family home with a detached garage apartment.

Grading

New construction

Apr 26, 2013 • Final

Building pmt

Construct a new single-family home with a detached garage apartment.

Addition

New construction

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking & Garage
Garage: Detached
Garage Apt Qtr SF: 420
Garage Apt Qtr SF Source: Appraisal District
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# of Garage Spaces: 2

Interior

Virtual Tour Information

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Half Bath, Hollywood Bath, Master Bath with Separate Shower, Tub with Shower

Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Upstairs, En-Suite Bath, Master Bedroom on 2nd Floor, Walk-In Closet

Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Breakfast Room, Family Room, Formal Dining, Garage Apartment, Living Area - 1st Floor, Study/Library, Utility Room in House, Wine Room
Kitchen Desc: Island w/ Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pots/Pans Drawers, Soft Closing Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting, Walk-in Pantry

Equipment
Double Oven
Gas Cooktop

Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gaslog Fireplace

Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Gas

Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star Appliances, High-Efficiency HVAC, Insulated/Low-E Windows
Alarm System (Owned), Crown Moulding, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
Countertops: Marble
Floors: Marble Floors, Wood

Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 15
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor

Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor

Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor

Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 27 x 23
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor

Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor

Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 9 x 7
Room Type: Utility
Location: 2nd Floor

Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 12
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor

Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Room Type: Study/Library
Location: 2nd Floor

Exterior

Building Information
Faces East
Siding: Cement Board
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Pier & Beam

Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water

Other Exterior Features
Exterior: Back Yard Fenced, Balcony, Covered Patio/Deck, Detached Gar. Apt./Quarters, Fully Fenced, Sprinkler System

Property Information
Co-op Sale
Exemptions: Homestead

Lot Information
Section Num: 0
Legal Lot Description: LT 8 BLK 208 HOUSTON HEIGHTS
Street Surface: Concrete
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot

Financial

Tax Information
Tax ID #: 020-204-000-0008
Tax Amount: $18,412
Tax Year: 2020
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.3994

Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional

Location

School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: LOVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School High: REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)

Location Information
Area: Central North
Directions: From I-10, North on Shepherd Dr, East on 11th Street, North on Nicholson Street. Home is on the Left.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 452Z

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,650
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,356 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Harris County
APN: 0202040000008

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In

Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease

Home Information
Dwelling Type: Free Standing

Listing Office & Agent Information
List Agent Email: matt@mattvargas.com

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Love Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

4/10

Hogg Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

9/10

Heights High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

9/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 109° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years

8/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Houston, TX • 77008

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In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in June and 4.7 hours in December, which is comparable to the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.02M – $1.23M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1126 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2720 Sq. Ft.	$664,511
1142 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2701 Sq. Ft.	$1,092,892
1138 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2817 Sq. Ft.	$1,113,664
1136 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2454 Sq. Ft.	$960,754
1107 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3456 Sq. Ft.	$1,260,867
1115 Herkimer St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2293 Sq. Ft.	$704,119
1136 Herkimer St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$910,149

Address	Redfin Estimate
1111 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2895 Sq. Ft.	$898,707
1140 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2746 Sq. Ft.	$1,107,390
1132 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1280 Sq. Ft.	$529,008
1119 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2124 Sq. Ft.	$808,883
1142 Nicholson St Apt A, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2570 Sq. Ft.	$1,102,116
1140 Herkimer St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2653 Sq. Ft.	$823,889
1116 Herkimer St, Houston, TX 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 892 Sq. Ft.	$591,877

Address	Redfin Estimate
1115 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3246 Sq. Ft.	$1,084,339
1134 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2885 Sq. Ft.	$1,047,474
1130 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3820 Sq. Ft.	$1,665,627
1117 Nicholson St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2124 Sq. Ft.	$824,481
1110 Herkimer St, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3028 Sq. Ft.	$886,842
1132 Herkimer St, Houston, TX 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4020 Sq. Ft.	$1,754,299
1129 Herkimer St Apt A, Houston, TX 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2712 Sq. Ft.	$831,929

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