131 E 31st 1/2 Street Houston, TX 77018
Listing Courtesy of: HOUSTON / Coldwell Banker Realty / Elizabeth Villarreal / Ariel Villarreal

  131 E 31st 1/2 Street Houston, TX 77018

Active (154 Days)
$299,999 (USD)
2
BED
1
BATH
851
SQFT
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Description

Opportunity knocks! Historic bungalow in Independence Heights on a coveted 5,000 sq ft double lot! Surrounded by renovated historic cottages, new construction, top local eateries + shopping and a welcoming community, this is an excellent location for commuters and city explorers alike. Walk to Whole Foods, other shops and eateries nearby this sweet spot just blocks from Houston Heights, Garden Oaks & Oak Forest. This light-filled home was updated in 2015 with HVAC added and the main water line was replaced in 2024. Enjoy an efficient layout with space for a full-size stackable washer/dryer in the large kitchen which has room for a farm table, a small workspace or both! The spacious backyard offers endless possibilities—you could enjoy veggie and pollinator gardens, build a garage, expand the home or simply relax and entertain. Excellent neighbors! Move-in ready and full of potential—don’t miss this sweet slice of Houston history. Call us to see this home today.

MLS #:
8386636
Taxes
$3,305(2025)
Lot Size
5,001 SQFT
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1950
Style
Traditional
School District
27 - Houston
County
Harris County
Community
Independence Heights

Listed By

Elizabeth Villarreal, Coldwell Banker Realty
Ariel Villarreal, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source
HOUSTON
Last checked Feb 19 2026 at 6:12 AM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Laundry: Washer Hookup
  • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Gas Range
  • Freestanding Oven
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Open to Family Room
Subdivision
  • Independence Heights
Lot Information
  • 0 Up to 1/4 Acre
  • Subdivided
Property Features
  • Fireplace: 0
  • Foundation: Block & Beam
Heating and Cooling
  • Natural Gas
  • Electric
Flooring
  • Tile
  • Wood
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Composition
Utility Information
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Energy: Attic Vents
School Information
  • Elementary School: Burrus Elementary School
  • Middle School: Hamilton Middle School (Houston)
  • High School: Washington High School
Stories
  • 1
Living Area
  • 851 sqft

Listing Price History

Date
Event
Price
% Change
$ (+/-)
Oct 09, 2025
Price Changed
$299,999
-25%
-$99,001
Sep 17, 2025
Listed
$399,000
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