CORNER lot. 3 bed / 2 bath, Craftsman bungalow in HIGH FIRST WARD HISTORIC DISTRICT. Respectfully Restored by local restoration firm, FW Heritage (2015). Every detail was restored / reclaimed where possible - original wood windows, solid wood doors + trim, pine flooring throughout - all brought back to historic charm + beauty. Great sightlines + connectivity between Living, Dining + Kitchen - easy to entertain family + friends. Primary bedroom w attached bath + WALK-IN CLOSET. Both guest bedrooms have good sized closets! Utility / mudroom at rear of home, leads out to HUGE back + side + front yards! Garden beds out front for herbs + flowers! 2 large storage facilities for tools + outdoor equipment. MATURE TREES in the yard. Hike & bike trail is ONE BLOCK away. Live in this cute + compact home within ARTS DISTRICT HOUSTON, amongst great restaurants, breweries + amenities close by! 5-mins to DT Houston + easy access to freeways!
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
5,000 sq ftLot Size
$479Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Pei Lin Chong• Walzel Properties - Corporate Office
Bought with Karen Keplinger Stowers• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
GREAT NEW PRICE!! CORNER LOT!! Beautifully and meticulously restored Craftsman Bungalow in the High First Ward Historic District AND the Washington Ave Arts District. Great location! Every authentic detail has been restored or reclaimed where possible. Gorgeous hard pine flooring throughout. Trim detailing, baseboards, doors, windows brought back to original charm and beauty. * Has features and updates of a new home with that old world Southern charm! Large yard, front porch! WIC( * =seller)
Public Records
Jul 17, 2014
Sold
*
Public Records
Jul 1, 2014
Sold
*
Public Records
Jan 8, 1990
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,252 (+5.6%)
$325,000 + $345,603
$670,603
2025
$13,495
$325,000 + $310,000
$635,000
2024
$13,507 (+14.2%)
2023
$11,824 (+0.7%)
2022
$11,747 (+3.9%)
2021
$11,304 (−0.7%)
$240,000 + $245,000
$485,000
2020
$11,386 (+9.0%)
2019
$10,446 (+5.3%)
2018
$9,924 (+0.2%)
$200,000 + $192,173
$392,173
2017
$9,908
$200,000 + $192,173
$392,173
2016
$9,916 (−0.3%)
$200,000 + $192,173
$392,173
2015
$9,942 (+134.4%)
$200,000 + $192,173
$392,173
2014
$4,241 (+32.6%)
$150,000 + $15,000
$165,000
2013
$3,199 (−7.5%)
$150,000 + $15,000
$165,000
2012
$3,457 (+11.5%)
$115,000 + $10,000
$125,000
2011
$3,101 (+49.5%)
2010
$2,074 (−6.7%)
2009
$2,223
Tax history for 1701 Shearn St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$14,252 (+5.6%)
$325,000 + $345,603
$670,603
2025
$13,495
$325,000 + $310,000
$635,000
2024
$13,507 (+14.2%)
2023
$11,824 (+0.7%)
2022
$11,747 (+3.9%)
2021
$11,304 (−0.7%)
$240,000 + $245,000
$485,000
2020
$11,386 (+9.0%)
2019
$10,446 (+5.3%)
2018
$9,924 (+0.2%)
$200,000 + $192,173
$392,173
2017
$9,908
$200,000 + $192,173
$392,173
2016
$9,916 (−0.3%)
$200,000 + $192,173
$392,173
2015
$9,942 (+134.4%)
$200,000 + $192,173
$392,173
2014
$4,241 (+32.6%)
$150,000 + $15,000
$165,000
2013
$3,199 (−7.5%)
$150,000 + $15,000
$165,000
2012
$3,457 (+11.5%)
$115,000 + $10,000
$125,000
2011
$3,101 (+49.5%)
2010
$2,074 (−6.7%)
2009
$2,223
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1920
Sq. Ft.
1,280
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0051220000007
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Feb 17, 2025 • Final
Electrical pmt
Construct an addition to a residential building in accordance with the residential code.
Addition
Electrical
Feb 12, 2025 • Final
Building pmt
Construct an addition to a residential building in accordance with the residential code.
Addition
Remodel
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
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Interior Features
Room Count: 7
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 12
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 9 x 6
Room Type: Utility
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Siding: Wood
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Pier & Beam
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Property Information
Exemptions: Homestead,,,,,,,,,,,
Lot Information
Section Num: 1
Legal Lot Description: LT 7 BLK 299
Lot Description: Corner, Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 005-122-000-0007
Tax Amount: $12,922
Tax Year: 2023
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.2019
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: CROCKETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School Middle: HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School High: REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Location Information
Area: Central North
Directions: North on Houston Ave. Left on Shearn. House on CORNER of Shearn and Colorado, on left
MLS Map Page and Grid: 493F
Community Information
No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,280
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1920
County: Harris County
APN: 0051220000007
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: Historic
Listing Office & Agent Information
List Agent Email: peilin.chong@mail.com
Around this home
Schools
Crockett Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
8/10
Hogg Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
9/10
Heights High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$583,000 – $706,000
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