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Built in 1925(per HCAD) this W Alabama home is a rare find and still exudes the character and charm of days gone by, It features a larger lot than many in the area and offers flexibility of use!
The expansive front porch offers covered access to front entry through a French door that leads to a spacious open room with quarter-sawn oak floors, mock fireplace, & auto glass coverings on most windows to buffer any street noise. An opening to the right leads to a warm, inviting, & elegant den/office with built-ins & access to the back yard. Another opening to the left leads to the powder room and stairwell.
Porte-cochere also provides covered access to the open formal living space and den. Fence around property was replaced. Off of the den is a charming bay window breakfast nook and from there, the kitchen with oversized pantry/hosting closet/flex space.
The spacious stamped concrete porch with tongue and groove ceiling offers a view to one of the most well known streets in Houston. 
Above the porte-cochere is one of five beautiful light filled rooms, this one with three walls of windows. There are four additional rooms and a bathroom upstairs.
Extended driveway offers additional parking space in front of the fence which has been replaced. Brick on home was primed and double painted (per seller) when purchased and has been well maintained.
Location, location, location! 1636 W Alabama is close to downtown, midtown, the Museum District, renowned Texas Medical Center, & multiple universities, private schools and religious establishments. It is within walking distance of all the Menil campus has to offer and only a mile from the University of St. Thomas and many restaurants on Westheimer. 
Walkability from this property is a big plus and the HEB just down the street is one example. But if you want to drive, they have ample parking there, too! Montrose has so much to offer but is also close to the Theatre District, River Oaks, the Heights, & the Galleria area! Stellar location with so much to offer and close to most major freeways!
Aerial view of main home (Roof has been replaced since photo), backyard and guest quarters. French doors of guest quarter welcome you into a downstairs living space with laminate wood look floors, a half bath and a laundry nook with washer and dryer hookup. An interior staircase with stained hardwoods leads to an upstairs bedroom featuring original hardwood flooring, a walk-in closet, and full bath. There is also an exterior staircase which was used when the two floors were separate efficiency
Don't miss the opportunity to own this beautiful, nearly 100 year old property in Houston! Home, spa, salon, recovery center, gathering place, office building, live/work, work share, short term rental and more are potential options to look into for this proprety.
Montrose property constructed almost a century ago in a prime Houston location which now offers inside the loop potential for live/work, office, studio, retail, short/long term housing, or mixed-use space. Only minutes from Downtown, the Med Center, & Museum District w/ walkability to treasures like The Menil Collection, Bistro & Park, Univ of St. Thomas, & Westheimer restaurants & shops. With the craftmanship of a bygone era including period details & quarter-sawn oak floors, the light filled 1st floor, accessed at the covered front porch or porte cochere, has a spacious living/reception area, elegant den/office, charming bay window breakfast nook & kitchen w/pantry/storage. 5 upstairs rooms, also full of natural light, have flexible use as bedrooms/offices/creative spaces. The serene back yard shaded by a magnificent pecan tree is perfect for outdoor gatherings or peaceful retreat & features a versatile 2 story guest/flex space w/ 1.5 baths. Roof of main home installed 10/22!
| District: | Houston ISD |
| Elementary School: | Ella J Baker Montessori School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Lanier Middle School Excellent | |
| High School: | Lamar High School  Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $437.69 | $1,225,541 | 7.50% | $1,225,541 | 7.50% |
| 2022 | $407.16 | $1,140,056 | 23.36% | $1,140,056 | 23.36% |
| 2021 | $330.06 | $924,174 | 1.50% | $924,174 | 1.50% |
| 2020 | $325.18 | $910,490 | 7.11% | $910,490 | 7.11% |
| 2019 | $303.59 | $850,061 | 11.70% | $850,061 | 11.70% |
| 2018 | $271.79 | $761,000 | 0.00% | $761,000 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $271.79 | $761,000 | 8.71% | $761,000 | 8.71% |
| 2016 | $250.00 | $700,000 | 4.79% | $700,000 | 4.79% |
| 2015 | $238.57 | $668,000 | 2.77% | $668,000 | 2.77% |
| 2014 | $232.14 | $650,000 | 14.34% | $650,000 | 14.34% |
| 2013 | $203.02 | $568,458 | 6.66% | $568,458 | 6.66% |
| 2012 | $190.34 | $532,944 | $532,944 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $962,500 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $263,041 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,225,541 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| HOUSTON ISD: | 0.8683 % |
| HARRIS COUNTY: | 0.3501 % |
| HC FLOOD CONTROL DIST: | 0.0311 % |
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY: | 0.0057 % |
| HC HOSPITAL DIST: | 0.1434 % |
| HC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: | 0.0048 % |
| HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE: | 0.0922 % |
| HOUSTON CITY OF: | 0.5192 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.0148 % |
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