Jerome Mokwe

2209 Portsmouth Street

Houston, TX
$ 699,000 Beds 3 Baths 2 Sq 1,869
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Priced Below Appraised Value — Upper Kirby Gem Instant equity opportunity: this fully remodeled 1939 Craftsman cottage is priced significantly below its Harris County appraised value, in one of Houston's most walkable pockets between Rice Village, River Oaks, Montrose and Colquitt.This 1,800 sq ft, 3-bed, 2-bath home features energy-saving upgrades (added insulation, solar window film, sun awnings), hardwoods throughout, ceiling fans in every room, and a flexible office/gym/den. The open kitchen offers abundant storage and stainless appliances; the living room boasts a cozy corner electric fireplace.The primary suite opens via French doors to a covered deck, with blackout drapes and a spa-like bath (soaking tub, walk-in shower). A second bedroom also opens to the deck, perfect as a sunroom.Fully fenced backyard with dog door, charming curb appeal, and unbeatable walkability to restaurants, parks, museums, Whole Foods and Trader Joe's.

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  • Price
  • $ 699,000
  • City
  • Houston
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • Harris
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • 16 Upper Kirby
  • Lot Size
  • 0.1578 Acres
  • Zip
  • 77098
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,869
  • Year Built
  • 1940
  • Taxes
  • $ 17668
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 72153769
Listed By: New Leaf Real Estate;
Data Source: Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR)

Features

General

Country US
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Central,Gas
Cooling Central Air,Electric
Roof Composition
Appliances Double Oven,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range,Microwave,Cooktop,Dryer,Refrigerator,Washer
Patio/Porch Features Deck,Patio
Architectural Style Craftsman
Security Features Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials Other
Year Built 1940
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Detached
Tax Year 2025
County Harris
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Energy Efficient HVAC,Insulation
Subdivision Name Colquitt Court Annex
Facing Direction North
Garage Y/N false
Total Rooms 7
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions From Richmond and Kirby. East on Richmond. Right onto Greenbriar. Right onto Portsmouth.
ModificationTimestamp 2026-11-01T21:38:08.147-00:00
High School LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
City Houston
High School District 27 - Houston
MLS Area 16
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Elementary School POE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Tax Annual Amount 17668
Middle/Junior High School LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
MLS Area Minor Upper Kirby
Lease Considered Y/N false
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 27 - Houston
Elementary School District 27 - Houston
Year Built Source Public Records
PostalCity Houston
Legal Description LT 3 BLK 4 COLQUITT COURT ANNEX

Interior Features

Interior Amenities All Bedrooms Down,Kitchen Island,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Pantry,Soaking Tub,Separate Shower,Tile Counters,Tub Shower,Window Treatments,Ceiling Fan(s)
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Electric
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Window Coverings
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Dining Room,Living Room,Office,Utility Room
LivingAreaSource Appraiser
Total Baths 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Deck,Fence,Patio
Fencing Back Yard
Lot Features Subdivision
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 6875
Foundation Details Pillar/Post/Pier
Building Area Total 1869
Lot Size Acres 0.1578
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Private Pool false

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Katy, TX office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School POE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary School
Middle School LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle School
High School LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON) High School

Price History

8/20/2026 Listed $725,000
9/23/2026 4% - $699,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 77098

Price
AVG $1.44M
$700K
Taxes
AVG $19,447
$17,668
Year Built
AVG 2001
1940

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2209 Portsmouth Street Houston, TX is a Single Family Home for sale at $699000 with 1869 sqft and a lot size of 0.1578 Acres Acre(s). 2209 Portsmouth Street Houston has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1940. The property's zip code is 77098 which is in Houston, TX

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