1518 Dorothy Street, Houston, TX 77008
Heights Anx · Harris County
Key Facts
Description
Rare opportunity to own two residences on one lot in one of the Heights' most walkable locations, directly across from Heights Bier Garten and steps from restaurants, bars, coffee, and neighborhood amenities. Offering 1,815 SF of combined living space, the property features a 1,203 SF main house (3 bed, 2 bath) and a detached 612 SF ADU (1 bed, 1 bath) fully renovated in 2024. Currently generating $64,080/year ($5,340/month) in rental income, it's ideal for owner-occupants, multigenerational living, or investors. Updates include quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, renovated bathrooms, updated PEX/PVC plumbing, spray foam insulation, LeafGuard gutters, French drains, fresh exterior paint, an oversized driveway with five off-street parking spaces, a low-maintenance xeriscaped yard, and a mature 100+ year-old shade tree. Tenant occupied, with tenants willing to vacate early for owner-occupant buyers. No HOA. Showings by appointment only
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Traditional
Year Built
1923
Living Area
1,203 sq ft
Lot Size
0.11 acres
Ownership
Full Ownership
Days on Market
25
MLS® Listing#
52027016
Property Features
Interior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Flooring
Parking
Laundry
Patio
Fencing
Lot Features
Construction
Foundation
Roof
Windows
Sewer
Water Source
Schools
- Elementary:
- Love Elementary School
- Middle:
- Hamilton Middle School (Houston)
- High:
- Heights High School
Financial Details
Annual Taxes
$12,603
Tax year 2025
Parcel Number
0391120000303
Directions
From I-10, Exit Heights/Yale, North on Yale, Left on 15th, Right on Dorothy St.
Affordability Calculator
$155,800
Estimated monthly payment
$4,146/mo
Principal $623,200 · Est. interest $869,419 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Houston, TX
- $332,810
- Median Listing Price
- 62
- Median Days on Market
- 1,840
- Median Sq Ft
- $169
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 12,542
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 134% above the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 284% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Houston, TX.
Location
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Nearby Schools
Love Elementary School
Elementary · 0.4 mi away
Houston Independent School District
Elementary · 0.4 mi away
Helms Elementary School
Elementary · 0.5 mi away
Houston Heights High School
Secondary · 0.5 mi away
The Goddard School
School · 0.6 mi away
St. Andrews Episcopal Church
School · 0.7 mi away
Grace Weekday School
School · 0.7 mi away
A New Leaf School
Elementary · 0.8 mi away
Hamilton Middle School
Secondary · 0.8 mi away
Spanish School 4Kids INC
School · 0.8 mi away
Holden Elementary School
Elementary · 0.9 mi away
The Kenworthy School
School · 0.9 mi away
Houston Heights Learning Academy
School · 1.0 mi away
John H Reagan Senior High School
Secondary · 1.0 mi away
Schools
Elementary · 1.1 mi away
Harvard Elementary School
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
Sinclair Elementary School
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
Field Elementary School
Elementary · 1.2 mi away
La Petite Academy
School · 1.4 mi away
Lutheran High North
School · 1.5 mi away
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Listing Courtesy: My Castle Realty - 7136830054
Last Updated: 2026-06-17