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Welcome to 713 Merrill Street...a lovely bungalow in Woodland Heights. Original character from the front with upgraded features inside make this a perfect Heights home!
The outside was recently painted. All loose paint was scraped off, any gaps were caulked, and a fresh coat was painted on the siding and trim.
Great front porch for enjoying some morning coffee or watching your kids ride their bikes up and down this quiet street.
As you enter the house, you are greeted by the formal living room and dining room - the perfect for entertaining or even home schooling. House features the original longleaf pine floors throughout this front living space and the two downstairs bedrooms.
Secondary bedroom #1 - overlooking the front yard - is connected to the other downstairs bedrooms via a full bathroom.
Secondary bedroom #2 features two closets, one closet that goes on for miles (under the staircase).
Updated downstairs bathroom that can be accessed from both secondary bedrooms.
Another view of the bathroom connecting the downstairs bedrooms.
Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and plenty of storage. 
Nook next to the refrigerator would fit your expresso machine, toaster oven, or stand-up mixer perfectly!
The countertop overhangs the wall to provide an excellent opportunity to place stools for eating or socializing while cooking in the kitchen.
Fabulous family room just off the kitchen features plenty of windows, a gas fireplace, and connections above the mantle for your TV.
Built-ins surrounding the fireplace offers more storage and a place to hide all your electronics for your TV. The door to the right of the fireplace is the powder room. The door to the left of the fireplace is the utility room and the back porch door.
Fantastic view from the back of the house all the way to the front door!
The powder room just off the family room, and the kitchen is perfect for guests!
The primary bedroom is upstairs and features a walkout balcony, plenty of natural light thanks to multiple windows, his & hers closets, and a private bathroom.
The beautiful primary bathroom has a separate tub and shower, dual sinks, and a private toilet room with even more cabinet space!
The pocket door to the toilet room provides you with a little extra privacy.
The primary bedroom includes two walk-in closets, both with built-in shelves and plenty of room for hanging clothes. 
Also, upstairs, this room is perfect for either a home office, hobby room, or nursery.
A large utility room off the back porch is the perfect place to take off your shoes, hang up your jackets, and still have plenty of room to manage your laundry.
Even more storage in the utility room!
Lovely back porch, with two ceiling fans, that overlook your your grassy back yard. The doorway into the house leads into the mud room.
Great sized backyard with plenty of lights - perfect for entertaining and relaxing! The garage also has a window a/c unit if you prefer to use the garage as a man cave or workshop.
The extended carport could be used to park another car or for more covered entertaining space. The stamped concrete driveway also has a wrought iron gate to give you even more privacy and usable backyard space.
Charming 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath bungalow in Woodlands Heights and zoned to Travis Elementary. This 1910 home was renovated and expanded in 2016 to create a larger family room and mudroom/laundry room at the back of the house and an upstairs private retreat. With stainless appliances and quartz countertops, the kitchen overlooks a family room perfect for entertaining with built-ins surrounding the gas fireplace and a conveniently located powder room. The second floor features a separate study/nursery and a spacious primary bedroom featuring dual closets, french doors that open to a balcony, and lots of windows for natural light. A walk-in shower, large tub, and double sinks create a spa-like experience in the connected bath. The two additional bedrooms on the first floor share a bathroom and highlight the home’s original longleaf pine floors. Wood and tile floors throughout-no carpet. Recently painted (Dec-20) inside and out and ready for your personal touches to make it a special home.
| District: | Houston |
| Elementary School: | TRAVIS Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | HOGG Middle School  Good | |
| High School: | HEIGHTS High School Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $388.69 | $848,895 | -6.52% | $848,895 | -6.52% |
| 2019 | $415.81 | $908,136 | 16.98% | $908,136 | 16.98% |
| 2018 | $355.45 | $776,300 | -1.61% | $776,300 | -1.61% |
| 2017 | $361.26 | $789,000 | 4.53% | $789,000 | 4.53% |
| 2016 | $345.59 | $754,772 | 50.53% | $754,772 | 50.53% |
| 2015 | $229.59 | $501,426 | 16.57% | $501,426 | 16.57% |
| 2014 | $196.95 | $430,141 | 18.17% | $430,141 | 18.17% |
| 2013 | $166.67 | $364,011 | 46.41% | $364,011 | 46.41% |
| 2012 | $113.84 | $248,632 | $248,632 |
2020 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $500,000 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $348,895 |
| Total Market Value: | $848,895 |
2020 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| HOUSTON ISD: | 1.1367 % |
| HARRIS COUNTY: | 0.4071 % |
| HC FLOOD CONTROL DIST: | 0.0279 % |
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY: | 0.0107 % |
| HC HOSPITAL DIST: | 0.1659 % |
| HC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: | 0.0050 % |
| HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE: | 0.1003 % |
| HOUSTON CITY OF: | 0.5679 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.4216 % |
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Reduced 2.70%