1509 Banks St

Houston, TX 77006

$2,600,000
Price
4
Beds
3,992 Sq. Ft.
$651 / Sq. Ft.
3,992
Sq. Ft.
$651
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By CompassNew
Listed By CompassNew
A quiet arrival—where architecture reveals itself slowly, never all at once.
At dusk, the home glows inward—framing the courtyard as its true focal point.
Framed by architecture and softened by landscape, the courtyard pool becomes a study in proportion, light, and quiet luxury.
Designed to turn away from the street and toward what matters most—privacy, light, and life within.
Walls of glass dissolve, inviting the outdoors into every moment.
A living space defined by scale, light, and curated simplicity.
Art, architecture, and comfort—effortlessly in conversation.
Seamless transitions blur the boundary between inside and out.
The courtyard unfolds as a private resort, centered around a tranquil lap pool.
Clean lines, expansive glazing, and intentional openness define the experience.
Dining reimagined—open, connected, and effortlessly elegant.
A kitchen that prioritizes function without compromising design.
Minimalist cabinetry conceals, while glass walls reveal.
Indoor-outdoor living, perfected through thoughtful orientation.
Even the unexpected spaces carry a sense of design intention.
Subtle color accents bring a modern edge to serene interiors.
A secondary living space on the second floor that invites relaxation and retreat.
Clean lines softened by warmth and natural textures.
Wake up to natural light and quiet views—an intimate sanctuary designed for rest and retreat.
Floor-to-ceiling glass extends the bedroom into the outdoors.
Custom made Walnut door, designed and installed by Brochsteins Carpenters. Primary bedroom also serves as a safe room. Elevated walkways frame views into the courtyard below.
A Primary bath that feels like a gallery—clean, quiet, and sculptural.
Natural light becomes the home’s most defining feature.
Custom-built cabinetry and clean lines create a refined, boutique-style dressing space.
Quietly tucked away, this secondary suite offers comfort, privacy, and the same modern elegance carried throughout the home.
Even secondary rooms maintain the home’s architectural integrity.
Light-filled and thoughtfully designed—an inviting space for guests, family, or a refined home office.
A playful pop of color adds personality to refined minimalism.
Where utility meets design—streamlined, efficient, and made to simplify the everyday.
Architecture that connects every level visually and spatially.
Water, light, and stillness—the kind of space that instantly slows everything down.
A linear lap pool cuts through the courtyard—crisp, intentional, and undeniably striking.
Thoughtfully designed spaces extend to every corner of the home.
An inward-facing composition where glass, water, and structure converge—blurring boundaries between dwelling and environment.
A rare offering in the Museum District—where design leads and life follows.
A seamless rhythm between architecture, landscape, and lifestyle.
Inspired by Southern courtyards, reimagined through a modern lens.
A residence that lives inward—offering privacy rarely found in the city.
Every angle designed to capture light and movement throughout the day.
A rare perspective—city proximity with a sense of complete retreat.

Description

Written up by national and local publications, this unique home is not to be missed. Inspired by the classic courtyard residences of Savannah, Charleston, and New Orleans, Wayne Braun reimagined it in a modern form. Instead of facing the street, the layout turns inward to a private garden and lap pool that become the center of daily life. Floor to ceiling sliding glass walls connect the living areas directly to the courtyard, creating a seamless indoor outdoor experience filled with natural light....Written up by national and local publications, this unique home is not to be missed. Inspired by the classic courtyard residences of Savannah, Charleston, and New Orleans, Wayne Braun reimagined it in a modern form. Instead of facing the street, the layout turns inward to a private garden and lap pool that become the center of daily life. Floor to ceiling sliding glass walls connect the living areas directly to the courtyard, creating a seamless indoor outdoor experience filled with natural light. Thoughtful orientation captures breezes, manages heat, and keeps the home bright and comfortable year round. Set in the Museum District near Rice University, it’s a rare property that delivers modern architecture, true privacy, and a resort style setting in the heart of the city.

Listing Agent

  1. Ellen Krantz

    Ellen Krantz

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    TREC #0570093

    ellen.krantz@compass.com

    P: (832)-331-5218

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Property Details for 1509 Banks Street

Architectural Style
Contemporary/Modern
Subdivision Name
Ranch Estates
LISTING UPDATED: 02/20/2026 02:13 PM

Property Details for 1509 Banks Street

StatusActive
MLS #30526915
Days on Market1
Taxes$33,406 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built2013
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,625 SF
CountyHarris County

Location

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Building Information for 1509 Banks Street

Stories2Year Built2013Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,625 SF

Payment Calculator

$15,456 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,672

Property Taxes

$2,784

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1509 Banks Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: From Richmond Avenue, south on Hazard Street, east on Banks Street. Residence is located on the south side of the street at 1509.
  • Map Coordinate: 492Z
  • MLS Area Major: 17
  • MLS Area Minor: Rice/Museum District
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Unparsed Address: 1509 Banks Street
  • Water Source: Public
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Annual Amount: $33,406
  • Tax Legal Description: LT 21 RANCH ESTATES
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: POE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Elementary School District: 27 - Houston
  • High School: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
  • Middle Or Junior School: LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 3992.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Side Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 6624.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 72x91
  • Lot Size Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet
  • Acres Description: 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Property and Assessments
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Parcel Number: 073-121-000-0021
  • Property Sub Type: Free Standing, Detached
  • Property Type: Single-Family, Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 0
  • Year Built Source: PublicRecords
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Doors, Insulation, Thermostat, Windows
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Curbs
  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Fully Fenced, Spa/Hot Tub, Sprinkler Irrigation, Patio
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier, Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: Heated, InGround
  • Pool Private YN: Yes
  • Pool Area: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Security Features: Security Gate, Security System Owned, Smoke Detectors
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Trash Compactor, Dryer, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Zoned
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Central, Gas, Zoned
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Spa/Hot Tub, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Family Room Combo, Quartz Counters, Self Closing Cabinet Doors, Soaking Tub, Walk In Pantry, Window Treatments, Programmable Thermostat
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, ElectricDryerHookup, GasDryerHookup
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room Nook, Den, Entry Foyer, Family Room, Living Room
  • Spa Features: Hot Tub
  • Spa YN: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Low Emissivity Windows, Window Coverings
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified YN: Yes
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 07x07
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: UtilityRoom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 24x18
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 21x14
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 18x16
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: DiningRoom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 15x11
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 15x11
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 15x11
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 20x19
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
Description Information
Building Details
  • Builder Name: Brendan Custom Homes
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: Yes

Property History for 1509 Banks Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #30526915

$2,600,000—
Jan 30, 2017

Sold

HARMLS #8005463

—
Dec 2, 2016

Option Pending

HARMLS #8005463

—
Jul 18, 2016

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #8005463

$2,295,000—
Aug 4, 2010

Sold

HARMLS #5803345

—
Jul 21, 2010

Option Pending

HARMLS #5803345

—
Feb 15, 2009

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #5803345

$580,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/20/2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #30526915

$2,600,000
01/30/2017

Sold

HARMLS #8005463

—
12/02/2016

Option Pending

HARMLS #8005463

—
07/18/2016

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #8005463

$2,295,000
08/04/2010

Sold

HARMLS #5803345

—
07/21/2010

Option Pending

HARMLS #5803345

—
02/15/2009

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #5803345

$580,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1509 Banks Street

Taxable ValueLand$757,440Additions$814,464Total$1,571,904
Tax Record2024$29,133 ($2,428 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt3,992 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,992 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,621 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2013CountyHARRISAPN0731210000021Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1509 Banks Street

This home is within Houston Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Poe Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Lanier Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Lamar High School
Public - 9 to 12
Hcc Life Skills Program
Public - 12
Rating
School
Distance
Poe Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lanier Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lamar High School
Public9 to 12

Hcc Life Skills Program
Public12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1509 Banks Street, Houston, TX 77006

1509 Banks Street is a single family home for sale in Houston, TX 77006. This property was listed for sale on February 20, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $2,600,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on January 30, 2017. This listing's school district is Houston Independent School District. Nearby schools include Poe Elementary School, Lanier Middle School and Lamar High School. 1509 Banks Street is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,992 sqft single family home built in 2013.

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