Location, Location , Location! This 2 bedroom/2 bath quintessential Woodland Heights bungalow with Trex front porch sits within walking distance to Travis Elementary! This 100 year old beauty has been well maintained and loved over the years! Home features beautiful original hardwood floors throughout, * New HVAC (2019), * New paint inside (2020), * outside painted (2019), * updated plumbing & electrical, * foundation was raised & leveled (2018), * recent roof (2011)! This home has 9 foot ceilings, lg open living area w/ several windows, expansive kitchen w/ island, granite counter tops, gas cook top, tons of cabinets w/ glass front upper cabinets, & built in desk. Primary bedroom w/ ensuite bath boasts dual sinks, oversized tub, separate shower, & huge walk in closet plus linen closet! Great backyard with lg deck & new side fence (2020)! Oversized detached garage w/ plenty of room for storage or working area! Convenient to all the Heights restaurants, shopping, & hike and bike trails! * per seller
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
5,625 sq ftLot Size
$539Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Kelley Austin• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Ben Whittle• Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,089 (+10.0%)
2025
$13,718 (−5.2%)
$562,500 + $82,969
$645,469
2024
$14,466 (+9.1%)
$562,500 + $128,877
$691,377
2023
$13,265 (−5.1%)
$506,250 + $152,139
$658,389
2022
$13,982 (+2.1%)
$466,875 + $168,125
$635,000
2021
$13,693 (−6.9%)
$450,000 + $137,500
$587,500
2020
$14,708 (+7.6%)
$450,000 + $163,000
$613,000
2019
$13,665 (+5.3%)
2018
$12,981 (−4.6%)
$360,000 + $153,000
$513,000
2017
$13,602 (+9.7%)
$360,000 + $178,400
$538,400
2016
$12,401 (+9.7%)
$360,000 + $178,400
$538,400
2015
$11,303 (+8.5%)
2014
$10,420 (+10.5%)
$286,875 + $175,125
$462,000
2013
$9,430 (+1.8%)
$286,875 + $175,125
$462,000
2012
$9,265 (+12.9%)
$212,500 + $197,185
$409,685
2011
$8,207 (−15.9%)
2010
$9,763 (+3.8%)
2009
$9,401
Tax history for 508 Merrill St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$15,089 (+10.0%)
2025
$13,718 (−5.2%)
$562,500 + $82,969
$645,469
2024
$14,466 (+9.1%)
$562,500 + $128,877
$691,377
2023
$13,265 (−5.1%)
$506,250 + $152,139
$658,389
2022
$13,982 (+2.1%)
$466,875 + $168,125
$635,000
2021
$13,693 (−6.9%)
$450,000 + $137,500
$587,500
2020
$14,708 (+7.6%)
$450,000 + $163,000
$613,000
2019
$13,665 (+5.3%)
2018
$12,981 (−4.6%)
$360,000 + $153,000
$513,000
2017
$13,602 (+9.7%)
$360,000 + $178,400
$538,400
2016
$12,401 (+9.7%)
$360,000 + $178,400
$538,400
2015
$11,303 (+8.5%)
2014
$10,420 (+10.5%)
$286,875 + $175,125
$462,000
2013
$9,430 (+1.8%)
$286,875 + $175,125
$462,000
2012
$9,265 (+12.9%)
$212,500 + $197,185
$409,685
2011
$8,207 (−15.9%)
2010
$9,763 (+3.8%)
2009
$9,401
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,625 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1920
Sq. Ft.
1,362
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
0532190000011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
Jun 27, 2017 • Final
Plumbing pmt
Work on residential plumbing.
Plumbing
Jan 4, 1999 • Final
Building pmt
Perform an interior remodel on 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.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage: Detached
Auto Garage Door Opener
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Master Bath Features: Double Sinks, Master Bath with Tub, Tub with Shower, Whirlpool Tub
Bedroom Information
All Bedrooms Downstairs, En-Suite Bath, Master Bedroom on 1st Floor, Walk-In Closet
Interior Features
Room Count: 7
1 Living Area, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living Area - 1st Floor, Living/Dining Combo, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Desc: Island w/ Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room, Under Cabinet Lighting
Equipment
Electric Oven
Gas Cooktop
Laundry Information
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Gas
Cooling System: Central Electric
Other Interior Features
Ceiling Fans, Energy Star/CFL/LED Lights, High-Efficiency HVAC, Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ration > 13, Fiberglass Insulation, North/South Exposure, Solar Screens
Crown Moulding, Drapes/Curtains/Window Cover, Dryer Included, Fire/Smoke Alarm, High Ceiling, Spa/Hot Tub, Washer Included
Countertops: Granite
Floors: Tile, Wood
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 26 x 14
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 18 x 14
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 12 x 8
Room Type: Master Bath
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 7 x 6
Room Type: Utility
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 10 x 8
Room Type: Extra Room
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces North
Siding: Wood
Roof: Composition
Foundation: Pier & Beam
Water & Sewer Information
Public Sewer, Public Water
Other Exterior Features
Exterior: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Porch
Property Information
Exemptions: Homestead
Full Ownership
Lot Information
Section Num: 0
Legal Lot Description: LT 11 MARQUART
Street Surface: Asphalt
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 053-219-000-0011
Tax Amount: $13,665
Tax Year: 2019
Total Tax Rate (%): 2.4216
Financial Information
Financing Available: Cash Sale, Conventional
Location
School Information
School District: Houston
School Elementary: TRAVIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School Middle: HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School High: REAGAN HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Location Information
Area: Central North
Directions: From I-10 Eastbound, exit Taylor. Left on Taylor, which turns into Watson. Right on Merrill.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 493B
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,362
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,625 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1920
County: Harris County
APN: 0532190000011
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
Listing Office & Agent Information
List Agent Email: kelley.austin@sothebyshomes.com
Around this home
Schools
Travis Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi
9/10
Hogg Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
9/10
Heights High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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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, 22 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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Historical weather
Houston, TX • 77009
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.5 hours in
June and 4.7 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$698,000 – $845,000
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