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$670,000

1518 Dorothy St

Houston, TX
Active
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,203
Square Feet
0.11
Lot Size (acres)
1923
Year Built
1
Days On Market

Experience the best of Heights living with TWO residences on one property in an exceptional walkable location! Situated on a 5,000 SF lot beneath mature shade trees, this charming property offers a 3 bed, 2 bath 1920's renovated main home plus a detached 1 bed, 1 bath renovated ADU or guest residence. Offering 1,815 SF of combined space, this versatile property is ideal for an owner who wants to occupy with passive income from a rental unit, multigenerational living, or an investor looking for a 100% occupied/income producing investment. Updates include renovated kitchens and bathrooms, updated plumbing, spray foam insulation, exterior paint. Enjoy low-maintenance landscaping, an oversized driveway with parking for both units, NO HOA. Walk score 88/100 including nearby Heights Bier Garten and many popular restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, and the Heights Hike & Bike Trail. Enjoy the Heights lifestyle with the added flexibility of a separate income-producing residence. Welcome home!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
13 hours ago
Listed By
David Batagower · Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights, 8328994788
MLS#
31787249
Source
Houston Association of REALTORS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1518 Dorothy St, Houston, TX 77008
City
Houston
County
Harris
Neighborhood
Heights Anx
Zip Code
77008

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Stories
1
Year Built
1923
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding, Cement Siding, Spray Foam Insulation
Building Area
1,203 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab, Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof
Composition
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
Detached

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Master Downstairs
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Electric Oven
Flooring
Tile, Carpet, Concrete, Wood
Patio and Porch
Patio, Porch
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Heating
Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
0.11 Acres
Lot Features
Subdivided
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
1,203 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$670,000

Schools

60/100
Love Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.3 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
340
Student–teacher
13.6
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
75% Hispanic / Latino · 14% White · 8% Black
Free/reduced lunch
64%
Phone
(713) 867-0840
100/100
Heights High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
2,327
Parent reviews
3.3★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
82% Hispanic / Latino · 11% Black · 5% White
Free/reduced lunch
75%
Phone
(713) 865-4400
100/100
Harvard Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.2 mi
City
Houston
Students
704
Student body
44% White · 42% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
24%
Phone
(713) 867-5210
100/100
Sinclair Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.2 mi
City
Houston
Students
544
Parent reviews
4.4★ avg · 10 reviews
Student body
60% Hispanic / Latino · 25% White · 10% Black
Free/reduced lunch
54%
Phone
(713) 867-5161
99/100
Washington B T High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.9 mi
City
Houston
Students
741
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
55% Black · 42% Hispanic / Latino · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
77%
Phone
(713) 696-6600
77/100
Helms Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.5 mi
City
Houston
Students
501
Student–teacher
17.2
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
76% Hispanic / Latino · 14% White · 4% Black
Free/reduced lunch
49%
Phone
(713) 867-5130
76/100
Garden Oaks Montessori
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.7 mi
City
Houston
Students
799
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
54% Hispanic / Latino · 34% White · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
46%
Phone
(713) 696-2930
74/100
Field Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.2 mi
City
Houston
Students
423
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
68% Hispanic / Latino · 21% White · 5% Black
Free/reduced lunch
58%
Phone
(713) 867-5190

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
11/11/2026Listed for sale$670,000

Listed by David Batagower · Compass RE Texas, LLC - The Heights · 8328994788

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Copyright 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 12, 2026 at 10:08 AM | Source: Houston Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 31787249

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