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$4,800 / Month

1968 W McKinney St

Houston, TX 77019

832-419-3313

Bedrooms

2
Bathrooms

1
Square Feet

1,135 sq ft
Available

Available Now

Highlights

Views to the North
Deck
Traditional Architecture
Wood Flooring
Sun or Florida Room
Stone Countertops

1968 W McKinney St

About This Home

Available Now

Exceptional,quintessential Temple Terrace bungalow nestled on one of the area’s most sought after streets! Beautifully reimagined with a full 2026 renovation while preserving its timeless 1930s charm. The curb appeal draws you in with warmth,character & undeniable sense of home. Features 2 bedrooms & 1 bath along with a versatile bonus space that can function as a sunroom/home office/creative retreat! Natural light pours in enhancing every corner & creating an inviting uplifting atmosphere. Oversized backyard with large covered porch deck,pergola & plenty of room to relax,entertain or simply unwind. Extended driveway & automatic gate! Heart of Inner Loop in Houston! Moments from Allen Parkway & Buffalo Bayou Scenic Trails! Enjoy walking/biking/outdoor living right at your doorstep! Close proximity to Downtown,Medical Center,Galleria & Houston’s vibrant dining,shopping & museum! Ready now! Full of personality & perfectly positioned! Experience the charm & energy for yourself! MLS ID 60762656

1968 W McKinney St is a house located in Harris County and the 77019 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Houston Independent School District attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family Detached Home

Year Built

Built in 1937

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Double Vanity 1 Full Bathroom 2 Bedrooms

Eco-Friendly Details

ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances Energy-Efficient Windows with Low Emissivity Energy-Efficient Thermostat Energy-Efficient Lighting

Flooring

Wood Tile Slate Flooring

Home Design

Traditional Architecture

Home Security

Fire and Smoke Detector Fire Sprinkler System

Interior Spaces

Sun or Florida Room Breakfast Room Living Room Formal Entry Dining Room Ceiling Fan 1,135 Sq Ft Home Decorative Fireplace 1-Story Property Window Treatments

Kitchen

Stone Countertops Electric Cooktop Electric Oven Ice Maker Dishwasher Disposal Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors

Laundry

Dryer Washer

Listing and Financial Details

Property Available on 5/3/26 Long Term Lease

Lot Details

5,000 Sq Ft Lot Fenced Yard South Facing Home Property is Fully Fenced

Outdoor Features

Deck Patio

Parking

Electric Gate Additional Parking

Schools

William Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy Elementary School Gregory-Lincoln Middle School Lamar High School

Utilities

Programmable Thermostat Central Heating and Cooling System Cable TV Available Municipal Trash

Views

Views to the North

Community Details

Overview

Front Yard Maintenance Temple Terrace Subdivision

Pet Policy

Call for details about the types of pets allowed Pet Deposit Required

Recreation

Park Trails

Contact

Listed by Sarah Gibbs | Terra Residential Services,Inc
Phone Number
Contact
Source

Houston Association of REALTORS®

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Neighborhood

Montrose, also known as “The Heart of Houston,” sits in west-central Houston, on the cusp of vibrant neighborhoods like Downtown Houston, Midtown Houston, the Museum District, and Memorial Park. Montrose is filled with historic bungalows as well as modern lofts and condominiums available for rent, many of which are within walking distance of numerous restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and boutiques strewn along Westheimer Road.

Should you choose to rent in Montrose, you will have the chance to catch an indie flick at the historic River Oaks Theatre, see the extensive collection of art and artifacts assembled in the Menil Collection, visit Rothko Chapel, find sweet deals at River Oaks Shopping Center, and run the trails situated along Buffalo Bayou. You can also attend lively community events such as the Houston Greek Festival and the Houston Art Car Parade.

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Education

Colleges & Universities			Distance
Colleges & Universities			Distance
University of St Thomas	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
Houston Community College	Drive:	6 min	2.6 mi
Univ. of Houston, Downtown	Drive:	7 min	2.8 mi
Rice University	Drive:	9 min	4.0 mi

1968 W McKinney St is within 4 minutes or 1.9 miles from University of St Thomas. It is also near Houston Community College and Univ. of Houston, Downtown.

Schools

Wharton Dual Language Academy

Public Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

627 Students

Attendance Zone

Lamar High School

Public High School

Grades 9-12

3,125 Students

Attendance Zone

Trinity Lutheran School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades PK-8

119 Students

Nearby

The Joy School

Private Elementary & Middle School

Grades K-8

147 Students

Nearby

St Thomas High School

Private High School

Grades 9-12

593 Students

Nearby

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Transportation

Transportation options available in Houston include Bell Stn Sb, located 1.6 miles from 1968 W McKinney St. 1968 W McKinney St is near William P Hobby, located 13.3 miles or 24 minutes away, and George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 21.8 miles or 28 minutes away.

Transit / Subway			Distance
Transit / Subway			Distance
Bell Stn Sb	Drive:	4 min	1.6 mi
Theater District Rusk Eb	Drive:	3 min	1.6 mi
Mcgowen	Drive:	4 min	1.7 mi
Downtown Transit Center Stn Sb	Drive:	4 min	1.9 mi
Dwntwn Line End (No Service)	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi

Commuter Rail			Distance
Commuter Rail			Distance
Houston	Drive:	5 min	2.0 mi

Airports			Distance
Airports			Distance
William P Hobby	Drive:	24 min	13.3 mi
George Bush Intcntl/Houston	Drive:	28 min	21.8 mi

Getting Around

Moderately Walkable

Walkability

70 / 100

Good Public Transit

Transit

60 / 100

Moderately Drivable

Drivability

70 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

70 / 100

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Traffic

Airport

Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 1968 W McKinney St.

Shopping Centers			Distance
Shopping Centers			Distance
West Gray Plaza	Walk:	8 min	0.4 mi
Montrose Plaza	Walk:	14 min	0.8 mi
Katy Design Center	Walk:	15 min	0.8 mi

1968 W McKinney St has 3 shopping centers within 0.8 mile, which is about a 15-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.

Parks and Recreation			Distance
Parks and Recreation			Distance
Buffalo Bayou Park	Drive:	6 min	1.7 mi
Discovery Green	Drive:	6 min	2.3 mi
Houston Museum of Natural Science	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Children's Museum of Houston	Drive:	6 min	3.0 mi
Woodland Park	Drive:	7 min	3.3 mi

1968 W McKinney St has 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Buffalo Bayou Park, Discovery Green, and Woodland Park.

Hospitals			Distance
Hospitals			Distance
St. Joseph Medical Center	Drive:	5 min	2.1 mi
Park Plaza Hospital	Drive:	6 min	2.9 mi
Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center	Drive:	7 min	3.5 mi

1968 W McKinney St has 3 hospitals within 3.5 miles, the nearest is St. Joseph Medical Center which is 2.1 miles away and a 5 minute drive.

Military Bases			Distance
Military Bases			Distance
Lyndon B Johnson Space Center	Drive:	38 min	26.8 mi
Pelican Spit Military Reservation	Drive:	66 min	52.3 mi

1968 W McKinney St is 26.8 miles from Lyndon B Johnson Space Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Pelican Spit Military Reservation.