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$250,000

1242 Wardmont St

Houston, TX
Active
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,900
Square Feet
0.18
Lot Size (acres)
1964
Year Built
78
Days On Market

Welcome to this well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offering approximately 1,900 square feet of comfortable living space in the established Melrose Park community of North Houston. This inviting home features a functional floor plan with generous living areas, making it ideal for families, entertaining, or everyday living. Recent updates provide added value to include a new HVAC only 2 yrs old, air ducts replaced 2025, updated electrical 2018 & a 30-amp generator plug for added convenience during power outages. Conveniently located with easy access to I-45, Beltway 8 & the Hardy Toll Road. Enjoy quick access to Downtown Houston, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), shopping, dining, schools, and more. Enjoy the freedom of no HOA on this property offering added flexibility for homeowners. Whether you're looking for a primary residence or an investment opportunity, this home offers comfort, convenience and value in one great package! Schedule your private showing today!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
07/26/2026
Listed By
Yvette Rodriguez · Keller Williams Houston Central, 7133400371
MLS#
37967487
Source
Houston Association of REALTORS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1242 Wardmont St, Houston, TX 77037
City
Houston
County
Harris
Neighborhood
Melrose Park
Zip Code
77037

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Stories
1
Year Built
1964
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
1,900 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Composition
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
No Garage, Detached, Detached Carport

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Kitchen Island, Granite Counters, Breakfast Bar
Appliances
Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Oven
Flooring
Tile
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Heating
Natural Gas

Property Features

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

Square Footage

Total
1,900 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$250,000
Annual Taxes
$4,288

Schools

52/100
Barrick Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.4 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
545
Student body
96% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Black · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
99%
Phone
(281) 405-2500
73/100
Grantham Academy
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.9 mi
City
Houston
Students
1,049
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
90% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Black · 2% White
Free/reduced lunch
84%
Phone
(281) 985-6590
71/100
Lyons Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.7 mi
City
Houston
Students
1,035
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
97% Hispanic / Latino · 1% White · 1% Black
Free/reduced lunch
92%
Phone
(713) 696-2870
70/100
Keeble Ec/Pk/K
Elementary · Grades PK–KG · 1.7 mi
City
Houston
Students
762
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
88% Hispanic / Latino · 10% Black · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
97%
Phone
(281) 878-6860
70/100
Worsham Elementary
Elementary · Grades 01–05 · 1.8 mi
City
Houston
Students
944
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
96% Hispanic / Latino · 2% White · 1% Black
Free/reduced lunch
93%
Phone
(281) 985-6520
54/100
George I Sanchez North
High · Grades 06–12 · 1 mi
City
Houston
Students
66
Student body
97% Hispanic / Latino · 3% White
Free/reduced lunch
96%
Phone
(713) 742-0374
54/100
Farias Early Childhood Center
Elementary · Grades PK–PK · 1.7 mi
City
Houston
Students
386
Student body
98% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Black · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
98%
Phone
(713) 691-8730
53/100
Fonville Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.3 mi
City
Houston
Students
952
Parent reviews
2.5★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
90% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Black · 1% White
Free/reduced lunch
90%
Phone
(713) 696-2825

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
07/17/2026Price change$250,000
07/01/2026Listed for sale$265,000

Listed by Yvette Rodriguez · Keller Williams Houston Central · 7133400371

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: July 26, 2026 at 10:17 PM | Source: Houston Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 37967487

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