For sale

$1,140,000

Est. $8,745/mo —

•

3,692

sq ft

816 Kipling St, Houston, TX 77006

About this home

Built in 1913 and thoughtfully expanded in 1998, this remarkable 3,692 SF home pairs historic character with the space and functionality of today. Located in the coveted Audubon Place Historic Dist, the home offers 4 bdrms, 3½ baths and an attached air-conditioned workshop. One of the oldest surviving homes in the Montrose area,some of its distinctive features include soaring ceilings, gorgeous hardwood floors and distinctive diamond-pane wood windows. Recent improvements include a new roof in 2025, fresh interior and exterior paint, and a rebuilt front porch completed in accordance with Historic guidelines. All four bedrooms are upstairs, where a gorgeous veranda overlooks the majestic oaks surrounding the property. A spacious backyard with pond provides a peaceful outdoor retreat. Set in one of Houston’s most sought-after neighborhoods, this exceptional home offers history, character and a wonderfully central location close to everything the Inner Loop has to offer.

Single-familyProperty Type

1913Year Built

5,998 sq ftLot Size

$309Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Star Massing • Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights

Listing updated: Nov 8, 2026 at 04:08pm

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:HARMLS #84104123

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$8,745 per month

Principal and interest$6,221

Property taxes

$1,773

HOA dues

Home insurance

$751

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Wilson Montessori

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

8/10

Lamar High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi

6/10

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About Audubon Place Historic

Place

Audubon Place Historic Place, located between Westheimer Rd and Buffalo Bayou, is a historic and residential Houston neighborhood with a canopy of mature oaks and a pocket-park streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Westheimer near Kirby Dr, where patios, galleries, and chef-driven dining set a polished, walkable rhythm. Early-20th-century homes and carefully kept gardens define the blocks, with a quieter feel just a few turns from the commercial corridors. Buffalo Bayou Park frames the north edge with trails and skyline views. Nearby cultural anchors like the Menil Collection and Rothko Chapel add a museum-caliber backdrop. Local staples such as Hugo’s and Brasil keep the daily scene grounded and social.

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Market insights

816 Kipling St · $1,140,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 59 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 3% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median list price in this area is $320,250. (72% lower than this home)

PRICE DROP

25% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Gas-log fireplace
Wet bar
Crown molding
High ceilings
Entrance foyer
Multiple staircases
Window coverings
Ceiling fans
Programmable thermostat

Bedrooms
All bedrooms are upstairs

Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
Double vanity
En-suite bathroom
Primary bedroom bathroom
Shower-only
Soaking tub
Vanity

Kitchen
Pantry
Dishwasher
Disposal
Gas oven
Gas range
Microwave
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer
Washer hookup
Electric and gas dryer hookups

Flooring
Tile
Wood

Heating & cooling
Central heating
Gas heating
Central air conditioning
Electric cooling

Sale and tax history for 816 Kipling St

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$22,567 (+6.0%)

$440,000 + $621,846

$1,061,846

2025

$21,280 (+16.2%)

$440,000 + $561,287

$1,001,287

2024

$18,308 (−5.6%)

$440,000 + $435,000

$875,000

2023

$19,390 (+0.7%)

2022

$19,264 (+3.4%)

$412,500 + $462,393

$874,893

2021

$18,637 (−11.7%)

$412,500 + $387,141

$799,641

2020

$21,115 (+2.6%)

$412,500 + $467,500

$880,000

2019

$20,583 (+2.0%)

$385,000 + $465,000

$850,000

2018

$20,179 (−7.8%)

$385,000 + $412,454

$797,454

2017

$21,878

$385,000 + $481,000

$866,000

2016

$21,891 (+3.6%)

$385,000 + $481,000

$866,000

2015

$21,136 (+13.8%)

$330,000 + $495,000

$825,000

2014

$18,568 (+10.5%)

$275,000 + $581,715

$856,715

2013

$16,803 (−11.5%)

$275,000 + $581,715

$856,715

2012

$18,981 (+8.9%)

$220,000 + $436,648

$656,648

2011

$17,429 (−1.2%)

2010

$17,633 (+62.0%)

2009

$10,883

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1920

Finished Sq. Ft.

3,692

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

3,692

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Harris County

APN

0261480000007

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.

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

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Houston, TX • 77006

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

74/ 100

Good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.3 hrs

5.8 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 816 Kipling St

$1,134,597

$5,403 under list price of $1.14M

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $998K to $1.4M.

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smaller lot
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SOLD MAY 7, 2026
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Rental earnings

Est. $3,375 per month, based on comparable rentals

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