Active · HAR MLS #72989179
1137 W 26th Street
$999,0001137 W 26th Street, Houston, TX 77008
Listed by Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights. Milica is your buyer contact.
A closer look.
From the listing brokerage.
Rare opportunity to own approximately 19,372 SF of unrestricted land in the heart of Shady Acres. Currently home to a thriving landscape design firm, this lush, tree-lined property offers endless possibilities for luxury townhomes, a private estate, commercial use, or a creative live/work concept. The existing building features high ceilings and abundant natural light, while the expansive grounds are filled with mature trees and established landscaping that create a truly park-like setting. Surrounded by high-end new construction and just minutes from the Heights Hike & Bike Trail, popular restaurants, breweries, shopping, I-10, and Loop 610, this is a rare chance to develop one of the area’s most distinctive properties. The combination of size and mature trees creates a truly distinctive development opportunity.
Property details.
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Full bathrooms
- 2
- Half bathrooms
- 0
- Living area
- 1,061 sq ft
- Year built
- 1940
- Lot size
- 0.4098 acres
- Garage spaces
- 4
- Stories
- 1
- New construction
- No
- Subdivision
- Shady Acres
- MLS number
- 72989179
- Listing brokerage
- Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights
- Listed
- Jul 23, 2026
Interior & exterior features
- Cooling
- Electric
- Heating
- Natural Gas
- Exterior
- Wood Siding
- Roof
- Composition
- Water
- Public
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
Only details supplied in the HAR record are shown.
Room by room.
| Room | Level | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| Bedroom | First | 12 × 14 |
| Bedroom | First | 12 × 14 |
| Dining Room | First | Not provided |
| Guest w/Kitchen | First | Not provided |
| Kitchen | First | Not provided |
Schools from the listing.
- Elementary school
- Sinclair Elementary School (Houston)
- Middle school
- Hamilton Middle School (Houston)
- High school
- Waltrip High School
- School district
- 27 - Houston
School assignments are reported by the listing brokerage. Verify current attendance eligibility directly with the school district.
Taxes & association dues.
Historical MLS-reported amount. Future taxes can differ; verify with the appraisal district.
Association dues were not supplied. This does not establish that the property has no HOA.
THE LOCATION MATTERS
Heights/Greater Heights
1137 W 26th Street, Houston, TX 77008
Discuss the location, property condition and your next steps with Milica.
Explore Houston Heights ↗Checked Oct 17, 2026, 5:45 PM CT. MLS record updated Jul 24, 2026. Availability and details may change.
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