Description
One of First Ward's crown jewels, this 1899 QUEEN ANNE COTTAGE is a City of Houston Protected Landmark. Seller has plans (approved by Historic Commission) for a SECOND FLOOR ADDITION designed by Four Square Design Studio. With the addition the house would be 2604 SF with a huge backyard deck. It was taken to the studs in 2010-12 and received a Good Brick Award for the restoration. The beautiful 5 plank ORIGINAL HEART PINE FLOORS were restored along with the original wainscoting. Spacious 20 ft front porch adds to the historic charm of this exceptional home. Includes a long gated driveway and air-conditioned garage/workroom as well as parking for 3 cars in front. Leveled in 2019 & new AC installed in Sept 2023. Located in the Arts District with a walkability score of 83 and a 7 min commute to Downtown. Walk to The Silos, Buff Brew, Momentum Gym, Sawyer Ice House and the Hike/Bike trail. Previous owners used as a commercial office for years-well suited for that. No flooding per seller.
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3BEDS
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0.11ACRES
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1BATHS
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01/2 BATHS
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1,272SQFT
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$494$/SQFT
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Description
One of First Ward's crown jewels, this 1899 QUEEN ANNE COTTAGE is a City of Houston Protected Landmark. Seller has plans (approved by Historic Commission) for a SECOND FLOOR ADDITION designed by Four Square Design Studio. With the addition the house would be 2604 SF with a huge backyard deck. It was taken to the studs in 2010-12 and received a Good Brick Award for the restoration. The beautiful 5 plank ORIGINAL HEART PINE FLOORS were restored along with the original wainscoting. Spacious 20 ft front porch adds to the historic charm of this exceptional home. Includes a long gated driveway and air-conditioned garage/workroom as well as parking for 3 cars in front. Leveled in 2019 & new AC installed in Sept 2023. Located in the Arts District with a walkability score of 83 and a 7 min commute to Downtown. Walk to The Silos, Buff Brew, Momentum Gym, Sawyer Ice House and the Hike/Bike trail. Previous owners used as a commercial office for years-well suited for that. No flooding per seller.