816 Kipling Street

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.

Property details

Property type

SingleFamilyResidence

Year built

1913

Subdivision

Montrose

Stories

2

Garage spaces

0

Parking

Attached Carport,Additional Parking,Electric Gate

Heating

Central,Gas

Cooling

Central Air,Electric

County

Harris

Annual taxes

$21,280

Days on market

0

Schools

District

27 - Houston

Elementary

BAKER MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Middle

GREGORY-LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL

High

LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)