Welcome to 801 Merrill, an iconic 1920s corner-lot residence in one of Houston’s most coveted neighborhoods. This 3,801sqft masterpiece on a beautifully landscaped 7,134 sqft lot blends timeless charm with luxurious comfort—zoned to Travis Elementary. Step through the white picket gate draped in climbing roses and into a home where history meets modern living. Original 1920s hardwood floors anchor a warm, character-filled layout. The foyer opens to a front lounge—perfect for cocktails, or piano nights. Enjoy a formal dining room, family room, and formal living. The kitchen offers bar seating and a light-filled breakfast nook. Upstairs features four bedrooms and three full baths, plus the utility room. The expanded primary suite includes a spa-like bath with soaking tub, walk-in shower, and massive custom closet. Recent updates—roof, HVAC, water heaters, and furnace make this home turnkey. A wrap-around porch, lush gardens, and curb appeal complete this rare Woodland Heights gem.
Pending
Price cut: $100K (7/2)
$1,850,000
801 Merrill St, Houston, TX 77009
4beds
3,801sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
7,069.79 Square Feet Lot
$1,773,400 Zestimate®
$487/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wrap-around porchCorner-lot residenceFormal dining roomFamily roomFormal livingCharacter-filled layoutLight-filled breakfast nook
- 57 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 10:51am
Listed by:
Rachel Bain TREC #0700348 469-667-9500,
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - The Woodlands,
Bradley Bain TREC #0769670 512-596-6443,
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - The Woodlands
Source: HAR,MLS#: 39042779

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Half Bath
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Ice Maker, Electric Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- 2 Staircases, Crown Molding, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,801
- Total interior livable area: 3,801 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway Gate, Attached, Garage, Electric Gate, Double-Wide Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio/Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Back Green Space, Side Yard, Sprinkler System
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 7,069.79 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0373160120017
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Exposure/Shade
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Woodland Heights Annex
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $487/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,224,519
- Annual tax amount: $25,621
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
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