820 Kern Street, Houston, TX 77009

Houston
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820 Kern Street,Houston, TX 77009
$549,900
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,296 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: marwah fawcett
Office: martha turner sotheby's international realty713-520-1981
MLS#:37920849
Source:HARMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$549,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$424.31

About this home

Updated 1950s Heights bungalow with a rare combination of move-in-ready finishes, a proven short-term rental income history, and zoning to A-rated schools. Open concept living, dining, and kitchen filled with natural light flow seamlessly to a fully fenced backyard with covered patio and pergola, an outdoor footprint rarely found in the Heights. The thoughtfully renovated primary suite features a Spanish Krion freestanding soaking tub, Porcelanosa fixtures, separate shower, and an expanded walk-in closet. Behind the walls is where this home really shines: a 24kw Generac whole-home generator with automatic transfer switch, updated HVAC, PEX plumbing, added insulation, water heater, foundation leveling, Hardy Plank siding, and smart home upgrades including Nest cameras, doorbell, and fire alarm system, all completed since 2021. Detached 2-car garage with private driveway. Refrigerator, washer, and dryer convey. Short-term rental history available upon request!

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Home facts

  • Year built:1950
  • Listing ID #:37920849
  • Updated:May 17, 2026 at 11:40 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:7
  • Flooring:Laminate, Tile
  • Dining Description:Living Dining Room
  • Bathrooms Description:Separate Shower, Soaking Tub, Tub Shower
  • Kitchen Description:Breakfast Bar, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Kitchen Family Room Combo, Refrigerator
  • Living area:1,296 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Electric
  • Heating:Central, Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Composition
  • Year built:1950
  • Building area:1,296 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.11 Acres
  • Lot Features:Side Yard, Subdivision
  • Architectural Style:Traditional
  • Construction Materials:Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Fence, Fully Fenced, Patio, Porch
  • Foundation Description:Block
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle school:HOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
  • Elementary school:FIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Utilities

  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$549,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$424.31
  • Tax amount:$12,941 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:Ceiling Fans, Central Vacuum, Low Emissivity Windows, Programmable Thermostat, Smoke Detectors, Window Coverings
  • Smart home:Yes

Parking

  • Parking description:Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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