Nestled in the heart of the Museum District, 1617 Wichita Dr rivals new construction offering contemporary designs with superb detail in workmanship. Built by award winning On Point Custom Homes, this South facing 3 bed 3.5 bath freestanding, ELEVATOR capable home features a large covered terrace with an outdoor fireplace on the 2nd floor, highly sought after private driveway & NO HOA. The Chef's Kitchen boasts a Bertazzoni range with 6 burners, expansive 10 ft island with carrara marble countertops & 48" built-in side-by-side refrigerator. Featuring countless upgrades such as art lighting throughout with dimmers for the most discerning collector, a custom dry bar with a VinoTemp full sized wine fridge & Lutron remote controlled shades (Primary Bedroom/2nd Floor), this is not one to miss. Ample storage from the expansive Primary walk in closet, 3 addtl storage closets & custom storage in the Garage. Close proximity to Museums, Hermann Park, Downtown, The Texas Medical Center & the Rail
Single-familyProperty Type
2015Year Built
1,928 sq ftLot Size
$224Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Keeyan Sabz• Intero River Oaks Office
Bought with Somer Padilla• Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Woodlands
Striking freestanding home in the Museum District built by award winning On Point Custom Homes; updated with designer décor and custom lighting. Elevator capable. Open concept second floor with dry bar, and chef’s kitchen with marble counters and professional stainless appliances. Light-filled living room and dedicated dining area with tall ceilings looks out on a spacious covered patio with fireplace. Luxurious Primary Suite with vaulted ceiling, great views, large primary bath with oversized shower, and walk-in closet with floor to ceiling storage. Guest Bedroom down with en-suite bath. Custom Lutron remote controlled shades on 2nd floor and in Primary Suite. Spacious two car garage with built-in ceiling storage and additional parking for two cars in the double driveway. Close proximity to Hermann Park, Downtown Houston and The Texas Medical Center. And, just a short walk away from the rail.
HARMLS #46766075
May 13, 2016
Sold
$565K - $650K
Apr 11, 2016
Pending
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Apr 5, 2016
Pending
—
Oct 2, 2015
Listed
$599,999
$232/sq ft
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,576 (−0.3%)
$137,824 + $512,831
$650,655
2025
$14,617 (+1.1%)
$137,824 + $514,655
$652,479
2024
$14,452 (+5.8%)
$137,824 + $516,873
$654,697
2023
$13,657 (+1.1%)
2022
$13,506 (+3.3%)
$137,824 + $445,111
$582,935
2021
$13,074 (−8.7%)
$137,824 + $423,152
$560,976
2020
$14,319 (−0.5%)
$137,824 + $431,667
$569,491
2019
$14,392 (−4.1%)
$137,824 + $429,570
$567,394
2018
$15,010 (+0.2%)
$137,120 + $430,274
$567,394
2017
$14,987 (+47.9%)
$137,120 + $430,274
$567,394
2016
$10,131 (+205.6%)
$137,120 + $430,274
$567,394
2015
$3,315 (−1.3%)
$137,120 + $246,145
$383,265
2014
$3,359 (+117.2%)
$125,100
2013
$1,547 (−7.2%)
$125,100
2012
$1,666 (+8.9%)
$57,840
2011
$1,529 (+121.0%)
2010
$692 (−37.3%)
2009
$1,105
Tax history for 1617 Wichita St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,576 (−0.3%)
$137,824 + $512,831
$650,655
2025
$14,617 (+1.1%)
$137,824 + $514,655
$652,479
2024
$14,452 (+5.8%)
$137,824 + $516,873
$654,697
2023
$13,657 (+1.1%)
2022
$13,506 (+3.3%)
$137,824 + $445,111
$582,935
2021
$13,074 (−8.7%)
$137,824 + $423,152
$560,976
2020
$14,319 (−0.5%)
$137,824 + $431,667
$569,491
2019
$14,392 (−4.1%)
$137,824 + $429,570
$567,394
2018
$15,010 (+0.2%)
$137,120 + $430,274
$567,394
2017
$14,987 (+47.9%)
$137,120 + $430,274
$567,394
2016
$10,131 (+205.6%)
$137,120 + $430,274
$567,394
2015
$3,315 (−1.3%)
$137,120 + $246,145
$383,265
2014
$3,359 (+117.2%)
$125,100
2013
$1,547 (−7.2%)
$125,100
2012
$1,666 (+8.9%)
$57,840
2011
$1,529 (+121.0%)
2010
$692 (−37.3%)
2009
$1,105
*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
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,928 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2015
Sq. Ft.
2,591
Year built
2015
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
1296580010001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Apr 6, 2016 • Final
Building pmt
Construct a new single-family home with an attached garage.
New construction
Apr 1, 2016 • Final
Grading , fill
Construct a new single-family home with an attached garage.
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: Attached
Auto Garage Door Opener
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath Features: Half Bath, Double Sinks, Master Bath with Separate Shower, Master Bath with Tub, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo, Vanity Area