About 640 W 17th Street
Meticulously maintained, New Orleans-style home in the heart of Houston Heights with timeless classic charm. Extensive improvements completed in 2026 include refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior wall and trim paint, kitchen and bath cabinetry. 2nd floor and garage apartment AC and condenser were replaced in 2025. Water heater was replaced in 2022. Fridge, range, and microwave were replaced in 2024. The open-concept kitchen overlooks the spacious family room and features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, under-cabinet lighting, and a charming window seat in the breakfast area. All bedrooms are located upstairs, including the generous primary suite with a spa-inspired bath and private balcony. The low-maintenance backyard is designed for easy living with artificial turf, a sprinkler system. Alley-accessed two-car garage includes an approximately 400-square-foot garage apartment/flex space that's perfect as a fourth bedroom, home office, gym, or guest suite.
Features of 640 W 17th Street
| MLS® # | 74773807 |
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| Price | $818,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.50 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,194 |
| Square Footage | 3275 |
| Acres | 0.08 |
| Year Built | 2010 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Traditional |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 640 W 17th Street |
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| Area | 9 |
| Subdivision | Houston Heights |
| City | Houston |
| County | Harris |
| State | TX |
| Zip Code | 77008 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Detached, Additional Parking, Alley Access |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Bedroom Description | High Ceilings, Prewired for Alarm System, All Bedrooms Up |
| Green Energy Efficient Amenities | Attic Vents, Thermostat, HVAC |
Interior
| Interior Features | High Ceilings, Prewired for Alarm System, All Bedrooms Up |
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| Appliances | ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Disposal, Refrigerator Included, Gas Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s), Electric |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Gas Log |
| # of Stories | 2 |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Back Green Space, Sprinkler System |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre |
| Roof | Composition |
| Construction | Cement Siding |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | 27 - Houston |
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| Elementary | Helms Elementary School |
| Middle | Hamilton Middle School (Houston) |
| High | Heights High School |
Additional Information
| Days on Website | 51 |
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| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| Master Planned Community | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights |
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