914.5 W Melwood Street
Houston, TX 77009
$1,950
Not your ordinary garage apartment! Tucked away in the heart of the Heights, this oversized, updated retreat offers a blend of privacy, character, and modern convenience. A fully enclosed private entry staircase welcomes you into a bright, airy home featuring 8'+ ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and spacious living and bedroom areas. The updated kitchen makes a statement with its retro-inspired turquoise refrigerator, striking accent wallpaper, brass hardware, and stylish finishes, while the bathroom features patterned tile, rich navy cabinetry, and elegant brass fixtures. An in-unit washer and dryer, dedicated laundry nook, and built-in window bench with storage add everyday practicality. Outside, enjoy a large communal yard with room to unwind. Friendly dogs welcome! With its distinctive personality, generous interiors, and desirable Heights location, this charming hideaway is a rare find. Schedule your showing today!
| Listing Id: | 78165601 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $1,950 |
| Property Type: | Residential Lease |
| Property Sub Type: | Condominium |
| Status: | Active |
| Bedrooms Total: | 1 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 768 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.1194 |
| Architectural Style: | Garage Apartment |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Houston |
| County Or Parish: | Harris |
| Subdivision: | East Norhill |
| Postal Code: | 77009 |
| Year Built: | 1920 |
| Appliances: | Dryer, Washer Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, and Washer |
| Availability Date: | 2026-10-17 |
| Basement Yn: | No |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 1 |
| Building Area Total: | 768.0 |
| Cooling: | Central Air and Electric |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Directions: | From I-45 N, exit N Main St / Cavalcade and head south on N Main St; turn east onto Melwood St 914 W Melwood is on the block just east of N Main. From Downtown/I-10, take N Main St north into the Heights and turn east onto Melwood St. |
| Disclosures: | None |
| Elementary School: | BROWNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL |
| Elementary School District: | 27 - Houston |
| Exterior Features: | Deck, PavedDriveway, Patio, PrivateYard, Courtyard |
| Flooring: | Tile, Wood |
| Heating: | Central, Electric |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| High School: | HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL |
| High School District: | 27 - Houston |
| Internet Automated Valuation Display?: | Yes |
| Internet Consumer Comment?: | Yes |
| Laundry Features: | Stacked |
| Lease Term: | TwelveMonths |
| Levels: | One |
| Listing Agreement: | ExclusiveRightToLease |
| Living Area Source: | Appraiser |
| Lot Features: | StreetLevel |
| Lot Size Area: | 5,200.0 |
| Lot Size Source: | Appraiser |
| Lot Size Units: | SquareFeet |
| Middle Or Junior School: | HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON) |
| Middle Or Junior School District: | 27 - Houston |
| MLS Area Major: | 9 |
| MLS Area Minor: | Heights/Greater Heights |
| Original List Price: | $1,950 |
| Parcel Number: | 062-124-000-0006 |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Deck, Patio |
| Pets Allowed: | Conditional, PetDeposit |
| Postal City: | Houston |
| Rooms Total: | 1 |
| Status: | Active |
| State Or Province: | TX |
| Stories: | 1 |
| Stories Total: | 1 |
| Street Number Numeric: | 914 |
| Universal Property: | US-48201-N-0621240000006-R-N |
| Utilities: | Sewer Available and Water Available |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Year Built Source: | PublicRecords |
| Listing Key: | 1193291880 |
| Property Sub Type Additional: | Condominium, Townhouse |
| Current Price: | $1,950.00 |
| Country Subdivision: | 48201 |
| Pets Comments: | PetDepositDescription:$500 Non-Refundable |
| Record Signature: | -643,535,788 |
| Universal Parcel Id: | urn:reso:upi:2.0:US:48201:062-124-000-0006 |
Listing Courtesy of: Realty of America - Central Houston
Listing Agent: Trevor Crossland
936-520-9203
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