216 E 26th Street, Houston, TX 77008 (MLS # 2671365)

Price $3,600,000
Status Active
Beds 5
Baths 5 Baths
Home size 3,801 sqft
Lot Size 24,002 sqft
Days on Market 2
Beneath a canopy of mature trees lies The Heights Compound"”a rare opportunity that may never be replicated in the Houston Heights. Spanning 8 contiguous lots behind 4 motorized gates, this unique estate evokes the timeless architecture of a historic Heights home, yet was built in the late '90s and lies outside a designated historic district. Distinctive details include antique wood floors, stained-glass accent windows, elegant millwork and a private porch from every bedroom. The 2,217 SF pool house offers 2 BD/4 BATH, including 2 exterior country-club-style full baths, plus an arched window, elevator, full kitchen and billiard/game spaces. 1 BD/1 BATH guest quarters over the garage add flexibility. Resort grounds offer a pool, outdoor tiki-style grill/bar, putting green and lighted sport court with pickleball potential. On-site guest parking, circle drive and 5-car covered pavilion complete the estate. Preserve it for generations or explore subdivision potential. Life Behind the Gates.
Property Type(s): Single Family
Last Updated 8/31/2026 Tract Sunset Heights
Year Built 1998 Community 9
Garage Spaces 2.0 County Harris

SCHOOLS

Elementary School Helms Elementary School
Jr. High School Hamilton Middle School (Houston)
High School Heights High School

Price History

Prior to Aug 31, '26 $360,000,000
Aug 31, '26 - Today $3,600,000

Additional Details

AIR Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Zoned
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator
AREA 9
CONSTRUCTION Batts Insulation, Brick, Cement Siding, Wood Siding
EXTERIOR Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Tennis Court(s)
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Yes
HEAT Natural Gas
INTERIOR Beamed Ceilings, Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wired for Sound
LOT 0.551 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Back Yard, Corner Lot, Subdivided
PARKING Detached, Oversized, Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener, Circular Driveway, Workshop in Garage, Detached Carport, Electric Gate, Gated
POOL Yes
POOL DESCRIPTION Gunite, In Ground
SEWER Public Sewer
STORIES 2
STYLE Traditional, Victorian
SUBDIVISION Sunset Heights
TAXES 25328
WATER Public

Location

 

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