1644 Kipling is a historic Houston red brick craftsman home saved by its current owners with extensive renovation. The first floor offers Antique Wormy Chestnut flooring, Anderson Windows, surround sound & the original front door. The sunroom is cedar lined with the original rope wood windows. The living room offers a mantel saved from a historic River Oaks Estate. The dining room has vaulted ceilings with surround sound. The kitchen offers Red Oak Custom Cabinets, a farmhouse sink, prep sink, slate Countertop/Floors & a Viking 6 Burner range with two ovens. The master suite has a walk-in closet with space for a study or sitting area. The master bath offers slate floors, Hansgrohe Fixtures, Spa Tub with a seamless Glass Shower. The 2nd floor offers a family/gameroom, library/study, 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths. The marble floor in the bath was reclaimed from a historic New Orleans Hotel. The spacious wooded lot provides privacy with an automatic driveway gate & carport for two cars.
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,155 (−5.3%)
$750,000 + $151,295
$901,295
2025
$20,218 (+11.7%)
2024
$18,096 (+1.5%)
$687,500 + $177,367
$864,867
2023
$17,833 (−7.4%)
$687,500 + $197,616
$885,116
2022
$19,257 (+7.9%)
2021
$17,855 (+8.0%)
$500,000 + $266,085
$766,085
2020
$16,529 (+9.0%)
2019
$15,165 (+1.8%)
$500,000 + $126,240
$626,240
2018
$14,890 (+0.2%)
$468,750 + $119,692
$588,442
2017
$14,866 (+3.3%)
$468,750 + $119,692
$588,442
2016
$14,390 (+9.7%)
$468,750 + $119,692
$588,442
2015
$13,114 (+13.8%)
2014
$11,521 (+10.5%)
$343,750 + $164,077
$507,827
2013
$10,426 (−9.5%)
$343,750 + $164,077
$507,827
2012
$11,527 (+8.9%)
$250,000 + $157,435
$407,435
2011
$10,584 (+64.3%)
2010
$6,442 (+0.3%)
2009
$6,423
Tax history for 1644 Kipling St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$19,155 (−5.3%)
$750,000 + $151,295
$901,295
2025
$20,218 (+11.7%)
2024
$18,096 (+1.5%)
$687,500 + $177,367
$864,867
2023
$17,833 (−7.4%)
$687,500 + $197,616
$885,116
2022
$19,257 (+7.9%)
2021
$17,855 (+8.0%)
$500,000 + $266,085
$766,085
2020
$16,529 (+9.0%)
2019
$15,165 (+1.8%)
$500,000 + $126,240
$626,240
2018
$14,890 (+0.2%)
$468,750 + $119,692
$588,442
2017
$14,866 (+3.3%)
$468,750 + $119,692
$588,442
2016
$14,390 (+9.7%)
$468,750 + $119,692
$588,442
2015
$13,114 (+13.8%)
2014
$11,521 (+10.5%)
$343,750 + $164,077
$507,827
2013
$10,426 (−9.5%)
$343,750 + $164,077
$507,827
2012
$11,527 (+8.9%)
$250,000 + $157,435
$407,435
2011
$10,584 (+64.3%)
2010
$6,442 (+0.3%)
2009
$6,423
*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
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1925
Sq. Ft.
2,870
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0540530060002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Feb 28, 2024 • Final
Hvac
Work on a residential mechanical system.
HVAC
Feb 25, 2022 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Work on residential plumbing.
Plumbing
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
Driveway Gate, Workshop
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Master Bath with Separate Shower, Whirlpool Tub
Formal Dining, Formal Living, Gameroom Up, Living Area - 1st Floor, Sun Room, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Island w/o Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Pots/Pans Drawers, Second Sink, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting
Equipment
Double Oven, Gas Oven
Gas Range
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gas Connections
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star Appliances, Insulated/Low-E Windows, Cellulose Insulation, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
Alarm System (Owned), Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Fire/Smoke Alarm, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included
Countertops: Slate
Floors: Slate, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 8
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 12
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 12
Room Type: Game Room
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 10 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Study/Library
Location: 2nd Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces South
Siding: Brick & Wood
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Pier & Beam
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Exterior: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Patio/Deck, Storage Shed, Workshop
Property Information
Co-op Sale
Exemptions: Homestead,,,,,,,,,,,
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Access: Driveway Gate
Section Num: 1
Legal Lot Description: LT 2 BLK 6 WEST MANDELL PLACE
Street Surface: Asphalt, Curbs
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 054-053-006-0002
Tax Amount: $14,890
Tax Year: 2018
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.5304
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: WOODROW WILSON MONTESSORI
School Middle: LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
School High: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Location Information
Area: Central
Directions: 59 South, right on Dunlavy, right Kipling.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 492V
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,870
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1925
County: Harris County
APN: 0540530060002
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Home Information
Dwelling Type: Free Standing, Historic
Listing Office & Agent Information
List Agent Email: jb@jeffbulman.com
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Wilson Montessori
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Lanier Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
10/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
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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
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.17M – $1.41M
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