$155,000

2 beds1 baths916 sqft

Roughly $1,201/mo at 20% down, 6.5% over 30 years, including tax. That is 52% below the $320,000 median across 10,330 homes for sale in Houston.

1218 Genova Street, Houston, TX

Jay, the GotNest home assistant

What Jay sees in the photos of 1218 Genova Street

Written by Jay from this home’s 15 listing photos

This single-story Craftsman home features a wood exterior with a shingle roof and minimal landscaping. Inside the traditional interior, you will find standard ceilings, good natural light, brown living room floors, white living room walls, and custom white cabinets paired with white countertops in the kitchen. Additional features include carpet, tile, and other flooring types, a primary bath with other features, a city view, and a compact lot with rear alley access. The property is in poor condition and requires major renovation, presenting a teardown or major renovation opportunity in an established, historic urban infill setting near downtown with direct skyline views.

Style
Traditional
Ceilings
Standard
Kitchen cabinets
White
Countertops
White
Living area floor
Brown
Living area walls
White
Room for a pool
No

Facts and features

Built in
1930
HOA
$—
Property tax
$5,000/yr
Price per sqft
$169/sqft

Risk factor

No known risk factors reported for this home.

Features

  • Driveway
  • None
  • Subdivision

Local information

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Schools

  • MARTINEZ C ELEMENTARY SCHOOLElementary · Houston
  • MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON)Middle · Houston
  • NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOLHigh · Houston

Price history

Jul 22, 2026Listed for sale$155,000

Common questions about this home

How much does 1218 Genova Street cost?

1218 Genova Street, Houston, TX is listed at $155,000, or about $169 per square foot.

How big is 1218 Genova Street?

This home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom across 916 square feet, and was built in 1930.

What are the taxes and HOA fees for 1218 Genova Street?

Property tax is $5,000 per year.

What schools serve 1218 Genova Street?

1218 Genova Street, Houston, TX is served by MARTINEZ C ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Elementary), MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL (HOUSTON) (Middle), NORTHSIDE HIGH SCHOOL (High). The home is zoned to the Houston school district.

Has the price of 1218 Genova Street changed?

This listing has 1 recorded price event. It was first listed at $155,000 on Jul 22, 2026. The full history is shown above.

How much a month is 1218 Genova Street?

At 20% down on a 6.5% 30-year fixed rate, principal and interest on 1218 Genova Street, Houston, TX come to about $784 a month. Adding property tax of about $417 brings the estimate to about $1,201 a month. Insurance is not included.

Is 1218 Genova Street priced above or below the Houston median?

$155,000 is about 52% below the $320,000 median list price across the 10,330 homes for sale in Houston, TX. The comparable homes below run $155,000 to $545,000.

Is 1218 Genova Street still available?

Yes — 1218 Genova Street, Houston, TX is currently listed for sale on GotNest.

Listed by Kyla Phung Linn · Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston · MLS #TREC#0728223 · Source: HAR

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