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1513 Dorothy St, Houston, TX, 77008

2beds
2baths
1,644sqft
$480,000
$292price/sqft
$3,464/moest. monthly cost
$138,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

Want the Heights AND a yard?! This lovingly maintained home offers a rare combination of a full backyard with *producing fruit trees*, a *brand-new roof*, *first-floor primary suite*, & walkability to some of the Heights’ best dining, shopping, & entertainment. Inside, you’ll find an open-concept floor plan with warm wood flooring, custom shutters, abundant natural light, vaulted ceilings, built-in cabinetry, & an electric fireplace. The kitchen features granite countertops, gas appliances, a deep sink, & an eat-at island perfect for everyday living & entertaining. The private first-floor primary suite overlooks the beautifully *landscaped backyard*, complete with a *covered patio* & *no rear neighbors.* Upstairs, a spacious guest bedroom & full bath offer privacy & flexibility for visitors or a home office. *Storm shutters* provide added security, privacy, & peace of mind. A charming home that blends comfort, character, & an unbeatable Heights location.

Getting Around

85
WalkingVery Walkable
43
TransitSome Transit
60
BikeBikeable

Schools

3/10
Love Elementary SchoolGrades PK-50.4 mi
8/10
Hamilton Middle SchoolGrades 6-80.8 mi
7/10
Heights High SchoolGrades 9-121.0 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2008

Materials

  • Foundation: Slab
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction materials: Cement Siding

Other

  • Builder name: Sandcastle

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Disposal,Gas Oven,Microwave,Gas Range,Dishwasher
  • Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup

Bedroom

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 132
  • Dimensions: 11x12

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 160
  • Dimensions: 8x20

Features

  • Primary Bed - 1st Floor
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Electric
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,644
  • Total interior livable area: 1,644 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 176
  • Dimensions: 11x16

Living Room

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 260
  • Dimensions: 13x20

Primary Bath

  • Level: First
  • Area: 192
  • Dimensions: 16x12

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: First
  • Area: 256
  • Dimensions: 16x16

Utility Room

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 36
  • Dimensions: 9x4

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0391110000288

Features

  • Stories: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 2,500 sqft
  • Features: Subdivided,0 Up To 1/4 Acre

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Attached,Additional Parking
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Hurricane
    HurricaneModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Heat Wave
Tornado
Cold Wave
Hurricane
Inland Flooding
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties

Flood
Hurricane
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,427$29,124
Home Insurance *$230$2,760
Property Taxes $569$6,828
Electricity $238$2,859
Total$3,464$41,568
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$118,765/yr
40% on housing$103,920/yr
45% on housing$92,373/yr

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Current Policies
Residential: 126,680Commercial: -4
Total Premiums$237.28M
Total Exposure$32.93B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.1%
8.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.8%
3.8%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.6%
-0.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$292This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 77008$291
Harris County$175

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 77008$311
Harris County$154

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-10Price change$470,000
2026-07-16Listed for sale$480,000
2026-07-16Listing removed$490,000
2026-06-29Price change$490,000
2026-06-10Listed for sale$500,000
2017-04-11Listing removed$379,900
2017-02-28Pending sale$379,900
2017-02-25Price change$379,900
2017-02-04Price change$385,000
2017-01-07Price change$399,000
2016-10-11Price change$409,000
2016-08-09Listed for sale$435,000
2012-03-13Sold--

For Sale by Agent

AgentMolly McGinty
BrokerageSERHANT.

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