Step back in time with this charming Victorian-style home built in 1875, situated on 3 city lots in downtown Hempstead, Texas. The backyard boasts large trees, creating a serene retreat. This property is a diamond in the rough, offering immense potential for restoration enthusiasts. This 4,043 sq. ft. home with 500 sq. ft of porches must have been the talk of the town in 1875. There is also a 1 car garage and 672 sq. ft. private guest house with a laundry room, the possibilities are endless. Ideal for investors, flippers, or homeowners looking to customize their dream residence, this historic gem is waiting for someone with a vision to bring it back to its former glory. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a piece of history in a peaceful setting. Could be commercial use with a specific use permit granted through the City of Hempstead
For sale
$499,000
1205 12th St, Hempstead, TX 77445
3beds
4,043sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
0.43 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$123/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 274 days |
- 185 |
- 5 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 28, 2026 at 10:51am
Listed by:
Crystal Krivacka TREC #0564407 979-826-0011,
Crystal Fife Realty, LLC
Source: HAR,MLS#: 92821763
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Electric, Zoned
Features
- Primary Bed - 1st Floor
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,043
- Total interior livable area: 4,043 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, 1/2 Up to 1 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 519000299006000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Unknown
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hempstead
Location
- Region: Hempstead
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $123/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $543,150
- Annual tax amount: $11,154
- Date on market: 6/16/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,900/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2025 | Price change | $499,000-6%$123/sqft |
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| 1/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $531,000+41.6%$131/sqft |
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| 10/28/2013 | Listing removed | $375,000$93/sqft |
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| 3/14/2013 | Listed for sale | $375,000-6%$93/sqft |
Source: Kay's Real Estate Cafe #92943514 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2012 | Listing removed | $399,000$99/sqft |
Source: Heritage Texas Country Prop #14743477 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2012 | Listed for sale | $399,000-6.1%$99/sqft |
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| 3/22/2011 | Listing removed | $425,000$105/sqft |
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| 2/25/2011 | Listed for sale | $425,000$105/sqft |
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| 11/26/2010 | Listing removed | $425,000$105/sqft |
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| 11/26/2009 | Listed for sale | $425,000$105/sqft |
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| 8/21/2009 | Listing removed | $425,000$105/sqft |
Source: Waller County Land Co. #2778394 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2009 | Listed for sale | $425,000$105/sqft |
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| 4/11/2009 | Listing removed | $425,000$105/sqft |
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| 10/17/2008 | Listed for sale | $425,000$105/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $543,150 +2.3% |
| 2024 | $11,154 -5.8% | $531,100 -3.9% |
| 2023 | $11,847 -7% | $552,750 +1.3% |
| 2022 | $12,742 +22.9% | $545,670 +27.2% |
| 2021 | $10,371 +9.9% | $428,830 +12.3% |
| 2020 | $9,435 -3.9% | $381,710 +0.9% |
| 2019 | $9,823 +9.9% | $378,140 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $8,937 | $357,740 +2.4% |
| 2017 | $8,937 +158.2% | $349,320 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $3,461 | $349,930 +11.7% |
| 2015 | $3,461 | $313,320 +10.3% |
| 2014 | $3,461 | $284,050 +5.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $268,650 -0.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $269,100 +30.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $205,865 -13% |
| 2010 | -- | $236,530 +39% |
| 2009 | -- | $170,140 |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2006 | -- | -- |
| 2005 | -- | -- |
| 2004 | -- | -- |
| 2003 | -- | -- |
| 2002 | -- | -- |
| 2001 | -- | -- |
| 2000 | -- | -- |
| 1999 | -- | -- |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,984/mo
Principal & interest
$2427
Property taxes
$557
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 77445
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Hempstead Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 5/10Hempstead Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Hempstead High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hempstead Elementary School
- Middle: Hempstead Middle School
- High: Hempstead High School
Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Local experts in 77445
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