Located in the prestigious Museum District, this 3 bedroom, 3.5 baths, luxurious modern home designed by celebrated architect Matthew Stovall, has finishes that are stunning. High ceilings throughout, floor to ceiling glass windows bringing in spectacular natural lightning, wood floors, high end DSC appliances, wine cooler, quartz countertops and plenty of cabinet storage space. Balcony off the kitchen for easy grilling. The third floor features the primary suite, second bedroom with en suite bath and utility room. Primary bedroom has a large walk-in closet and floor to ceiling glass windows with remote controlled blinds. Primary bathroom with large shower, separate soaking tub and double sinks. Lastly, this beautiful home features a breathtaking rooftop terrace with beautiful downtown views. NO HOA. Never Flooded. New AC air handler 2023. Garage has a Tesla EV Charger. MOVE IN READY! Buyer to verify information independently.
Single-familyProperty Type
2013Year Built
1,943 sq ftLot Size
$249Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ramon Romero• Walzel Properties - Corporate Office
Bought with Mariela Perez• Texas Crossway Realty , LLC
Located in the prestigious Museum District, this luxurious modern home with private yard is designed by celebrated architect-developer Matthew Stovall, who was instrumental in the transformation of Midtown. Blocks from Herman Park and it's Golf Course, the MFAH, Rice U, and the light rail to Downtown & Med Center. Great rooftop terrace for entertaining with panoramic downtown view. Interior includes stunning floor to ceiling glass, and kitchen with balcony for grilling and outdoor dining.
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,807 (+23.4%)
$137,944 + $478,376
$616,320
2024
$11,191 (−12.8%)
$137,944 + $369,045
$506,989
2023
$12,832 (+1.1%)
2022
$12,691 (+3.2%)
$137,944 + $409,795
$547,739
2021
$12,300 (−7.3%)
$137,944 + $389,799
$527,743
2020
$13,270 (−1.4%)
$137,944 + $389,799
$527,743
2019
$13,458 (−4.1%)
$137,944 + $392,600
$530,544
2018
$14,035 (+0.2%)
$137,720 + $392,824
$530,544
2017
$14,014
$137,720 + $392,824
$530,544
2016
$14,025 (−1.3%)
$137,720 + $392,824
$530,544
2015
$14,206
$137,720 + $392,824
$530,544
Tax history for 1706 Ruth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,807 (+23.4%)
$137,944 + $478,376
$616,320
2024
$11,191 (−12.8%)
$137,944 + $369,045
$506,989
2023
$12,832 (+1.1%)
2022
$12,691 (+3.2%)
$137,944 + $409,795
$547,739
2021
$12,300 (−7.3%)
$137,944 + $389,799
$527,743
2020
$13,270 (−1.4%)
$137,944 + $389,799
$527,743
2019
$13,458 (−4.1%)
$137,944 + $392,600
$530,544
2018
$14,035 (+0.2%)
$137,720 + $392,824
$530,544
2017
$14,014
$137,720 + $392,824
$530,544
2016
$14,025 (−1.3%)
$137,720 + $392,824
$530,544
2015
$14,206
$137,720 + $392,824
$530,544
*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
4
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,943 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2013
Sq. Ft.
2,432
Year built
2013
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0521470010005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 2026.
Sep 15, 2020 • Final
Electrical pmt
Perform residential electrical work.
Electrical
Aug 27, 2014 • Final
Building pmt
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
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Master Bath with Separate Shower
1 Living Area, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living Area - 2nd Floor, Utility Room in House
Equipment
Convection Oven, Electric Oven
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Gaslog Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas, Zoned
Cooling System: Central Electric, Zoned
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 16
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 3rd Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 19 x 10
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 3rd Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Siding: Cement Board, Stone, Stucco
Roof: Other
Foundation: Slab
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Property Information
Exemptions: Homestead
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Section Num: 1
Legal Lot Description: LT 5 BLK 1 ALMEDA PLACE 2ND PAR R/P AMEND
Lot Description: Patio Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 052-147-001-0005
Tax Amount: $12,832
Tax Year: 2023
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.1298
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional, FHA, VA
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: MACGREGOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Middle: CULLEN MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School High: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Location Information
Area: Southwest
Directions: From Montrose Blvd, Travel East on Bissonnet; Bissonnet turns into Binz St; Travel North on Jackson St; Travel East on Ruth Street, the home will be on your left. Park outside garage.
Community Information
No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,432
Stories: 4.0
Lot Size: 1,943 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2013
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Harris County
APN: 0521470010005
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 23, 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: ramon.o.romero@utexas.edu
Around this home
Schools
MacGregor Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Cullen Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
4/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
6/10
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance 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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Houston, TX • 77004
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In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$576,000 – $697,000
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