The Tavary House, built in 1933 by Italian immigrant Raymond Tavary, is a Baytown treasure—restored to its original grandeur and thoughtfully updated by only its third owners. Curb appeal stuns with a circle drive, mature live oaks, plantation shutters, and masterfully unique stonework. Inside, original elements including the front door, plaster crown moulding, and sunroom shutters speak to a level of craftsmanship seldom seen today. A rare feature, the Tavary House boasts one of the only area homes with a basement—centrally heated and cooled, with space for a workshop and generous storage. Recently renovations include a chef’s kitchen boasting high-end appliances, large spa-like downstairs bath, and large laundry/mud room. All new energy-efficient windows throughout and 6-year old roof with 40-yr shingles. Zoned for mixed use and located near businesses, dental offices, and a church—this property presents a rare opportunity for residential or commercial vision.
For sale
Price cut: $11K (7/30)
$449,000
916 E James St, Baytown, TX 77520
3beds
2,909sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1933
0.72 Acres Lot
$435,900 Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 23 days
- on Zillow |
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 31, 2025 at 03:21am
Listed by:
Lizzie Gaines TREC #0766412 281-935-3470,
Keller Williams Elite
Source: HAR,MLS#: 7597742

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Basement
Primary bathroom
- Features: Half Bath, Primary Bath: Jetted Tub, Primary Bath: Separate Shower
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Double Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Features
- Crown Molding, 1 Bedroom Down - Not Primary BR
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,909
- Total interior livable area: 2,909 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio/Deck, Porch
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.72 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, 1/2 Up to 1 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0410210010721
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1933
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Scott
Location
- Region: Baytown
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $154/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $154,846
- Annual tax amount: $3,990
- Date on market: 7/30/2025
- Road surface type: Concrete, Curbs
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