Home sweet home! This Southgate charmer on a beautifully manicured lawn offers a versatile floor plan. First floor has a formal living room, family room/den each with a fireplace. Formal dining room & kitchen with quartz countertops. Great hardwoods throughout. Sought after first floor primary bedroom, primary bath, & study. Light, bright study opens to backyard. Second bedroom & bath also on first floor. Second floor has a playroom or study & large bedroom & bath. Large storage area. Backyard has turf for easy maintenance & beautiful landscaping. Great drive by appeal Location, location! Close proximity to medical center & downtown. This home has it all!
Single-family (co-op)Property Type
1939Year Built
6,825 sq ftLot Size
$500Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Karen Garrett• Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office
Bought with Christopher Davidson• Walzel Properties - Galleria
This quintessential Southgate bungalow is ideally located in the heart of the neighborhood. The home blends original charm with modern updates and features three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The first floor includes a formal living room, formal dining room, family room, kitchen, master bedroom, secondary bedroom, two bathrooms and a home office/study. The second floor includes a game room and third bedroom (or second master). The renovated kitchen is complete with Carrara quartz counters, farm sink and stainless appliances. All three bathrooms have been beautifully renovated. Additional features include hardwood floors, crown molding, new windows, updated electrical, new plumbing and a custom landscaped back yard with turf and sprinkler system. Walkable to Rice Village, minutes to the medical center and downtown and zoned to Roberts Elementary (Buyer must verify eligibility for attendance), you can’t beat this location! Outdoor studio/ storage shed is being sold as-is. All per Seller.
Public Records
Mar 13, 2017
Sold
*
HARMLS #43787469
Mar 10, 2017
Sold
$995K - $1.15M
Feb 3, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 30, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 30, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 18, 2017
Pending
—
Jan 12, 2017
Listed
$1,018,000
$345/sq ft
+21
Modern meets vintage in this magnificently restored home in sought-after Southgate. Spacious living w/ 3 bedrooms (MASTER DOWN / optional. 2nd master up), 3 baths, study, game room, detached bonus room with AC & pool-sized backyard. Kitchen features quartz counters & Thermador appliances. Hardwood floors, sea grass carpet & high-quality finishes throughout. Updated plumbing (supply & waste partial), windows & electrical. Transformative renovation honoring vintage charm.
Public Records
Sep 22, 2016
Sold
*
HARMLS #22283312
Jul 11, 2016
Price Changed
$749,000
$254/sq ft
May 5, 2016
Price Changed
$775,000
$263/sq ft
Apr 12, 2016
Price Changed
$799,900
$271/sq ft
Mar 30, 2016
Listed
$849,000
$288/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 2004
Sold
*
Public Records
Mar 26, 2003
Sold
*
Public Records
Aug 3, 1998
Sold
*
Public Records
May 1, 1990
Sold
*
$59/sq ft
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$28,965 (+10.0%)
2025
$26,331 (+5.2%)
$831,938 + $407,062
$1,239,000
2024
$25,035 (+14.2%)
2023
$21,915 (−6.5%)
$739,500 + $348,203
$1,087,703
2022
$23,434 (−3.1%)
$677,875 + $386,413
$1,064,288
2021
$24,194 (+1.3%)
$616,250 + $421,804
$1,038,054
2020
$23,889 (−0.2%)
$616,250 + $379,391
$995,641
2019
$23,928 (−6.0%)
$616,250 + $371,879
$988,129
2018
$25,456 (+0.2%)
$585,438 + $420,540
$1,005,978
2017
$25,415 (+23.1%)
$585,438 + $420,540
$1,005,978
2016
$20,652 (+9.7%)
$585,438 + $420,540
$1,005,978
2015
$18,823 (+8.5%)
2014
$17,351 (+5.5%)
$462,188 + $212,812
$675,000
2013
$16,450 (−2.2%)
$462,188 + $212,812
$675,000
2012
$16,821 (+7.4%)
$425,213 + $217,626
$642,839
2011
$15,659 (+52.7%)
2010
$10,254 (−41.5%)
2009
$17,527
Tax history for 2136 Watts St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$28,965 (+10.0%)
2025
$26,331 (+5.2%)
$831,938 + $407,062
$1,239,000
2024
$25,035 (+14.2%)
2023
$21,915 (−6.5%)
$739,500 + $348,203
$1,087,703
2022
$23,434 (−3.1%)
$677,875 + $386,413
$1,064,288
2021
$24,194 (+1.3%)
$616,250 + $421,804
$1,038,054
2020
$23,889 (−0.2%)
$616,250 + $379,391
$995,641
2019
$23,928 (−6.0%)
$616,250 + $371,879
$988,129
2018
$25,456 (+0.2%)
$585,438 + $420,540
$1,005,978
2017
$25,415 (+23.1%)
$585,438 + $420,540
$1,005,978
2016
$20,652 (+9.7%)
$585,438 + $420,540
$1,005,978
2015
$18,823 (+8.5%)
2014
$17,351 (+5.5%)
$462,188 + $212,812
$675,000
2013
$16,450 (−2.2%)
$462,188 + $212,812
$675,000
2012
$16,821 (+7.4%)
$425,213 + $217,626
$642,839
2011
$15,659 (+52.7%)
2010
$10,254 (−41.5%)
2009
$17,527
*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
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,825 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1939
Sq. Ft.
2,948
Year built
1939
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0640960150024
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 11, 2026.
Sep 4, 2024 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Work on residential plumbing.
Plumbing
Aug 15, 2024 • Final
Building pmt
Shim and level the block and base foundation of a residential building.
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.
1 Bedroom Upstairs, 2 Bedrooms Downstairs, 2 Master Bedrooms, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor, Master Bedroom on 2nd Floor
Interior Features
Room Count: 9
Family Room, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Gameroom Up, Study/Library, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Under Cabinet Lighting
Equipment
Gas Oven
Gas Range
Laundry Information
Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 3
Gaslog Fireplace
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star/CFL/LED Lights, High-Efficiency HVAC, Insulated/Low-E Windows, North/South Exposure, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater
Alarm System (Owned), Crown Moulding, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover
Countertops: Quartz
Floors: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 20 x 13
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Room Type: Dining Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 15 x 15
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 17
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 2nd Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 20 x 15
Room Type: Family
Location: 1st Floor
Room 8 Information
Dimensions: 16 x 16
Room Type: Study/Library
Location: 1st Floor
Room 9 Information
Dimensions: 17 x 17
Room Type: Game Room
Location: 2nd Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces South
Siding: Brick Veneer, Cement Board
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Pier & Beam, Slab
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Exterior: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Porch, Sprinkler System, Workshop
Property Information
Co-op Sale
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Section Num: 0
Legal Lot Description: TRS 24 & 25A BLK 15 SOUTHGATE
Street Surface: Concrete, Curbs, Gutters
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 064-096-015-0024
Tax Amount: $21,915
Tax Year: 2023
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.0148
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: ROBERTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School Middle: PERSHING MIDDLE SCHOOL
School High: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Location Information
Area: Southwest
Directions: From Kirby and University. East on University. South on Montclair Drive. East on Watts. The home is in the middle of the block on the North side of the street.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 532H
Community Information
No
Subdivision Lake Access YN: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,948
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,825 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 1939
County: Harris County
APN: 0640960150024
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: kpgrealtor@aol.com
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Roberts Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
10/10
Pershing Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
Lamar High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ 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, 23 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.40M – $1.70M
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