505 W Alabama Street C

What's special

• Brick exterior
• Open floor plan
• Kitchen island
• Vaulted ceilings
• Granite counters
• Wet bar
• Wood floors
• Covered patio
• Deck
• Study

Featured on Discovery Channels World's Greatest Homes, and published in Texas Architect Magazine - THE 505 is a National AIA award-winning contemporary masterpiece by acclaimed architect Jim Evans with Collaborative Designworks. Quietly tucked away in the heart of Houston's vibrant Montrose area, this bold yet refined 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath modern residence blends striking architecture, innovative green design, and exceptional livability with AMAZING WALKABILITY just moments from Downtown Houston, the Museum District, Medical Center, Menil Collection, Michelin acclaimed restaurants, wine bars, and coffee shops! Designed to maximize natural light while maintaining privacy, the home showcases soaring ceilings, dramatic floating staircases, bamboo and upgraded wood flooring, expansive windows, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. The chef's kitchen features custom Paris blue cabinetry, a 6-burner JennAir gas range, double ovens, marble and granite countertops, professional-grade stainless appliances, an oversized island, wet bar, 2 wine coolers, and direct access to private terraces and the rooftop retreat! It's the PERFECT home for entertaining! The spacious primary suite offers skyline views, a private balcony, custom walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with a whirlpool tub, glass shower, and double vanities. A flexible sitting room is perfect for a home office, nursery, or fitness space. Additional highlights include a private garden with a water feature, a guest suite with full bath, attached 2-car garage, abundant storage, and NO HOA! Experience award-winning architecture and elevated urban living in one of Houston's most iconic modern homes. All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Buyer or Buyer's Agent to verify all information. Elementary school is MacGregor.

Home facts

Overview

Price

$739,999

Price per sq ft

$277

Status

Active

Property type

Townhouse

Year built

2005

Style

Contemporary Modern

Levels

Three Or More

Days on market

62

Price last changed

Jul 13, 2026

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms

3

Full bathrooms

3

Half bathrooms

1

Living area

2,673 sq ft

Interior

Features

Wet Bar, Decorative Designer Lighting Fixtures, Double Vanity, Eat In Kitchen, Granite Counters, High Speed Internet, In Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Multiple Staircases, Open Floorplan, Cable Tv, Vaulted Ceilings, Natural Woodwork, Walk In Closets, Wired For Sound

Appliances

Built In Gas Range, Built In Refrigerator, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Cooler

Flooring

Carpet, Concrete, Tile, Travertine, Wood

Heating

Central, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Windows

Window Coverings

Security

Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Smoke Detectors, Security Lights

Exterior & lot

Lot size

0.0465 acres · 2,025.54 sq ft

Lot

Landscaped

Patio & porch

Covered, Deck, Enclosed, Patio, Terrace

Foundation

Slab

Construction

Brick, Concrete, Stucco, Wood Siding

Parking

Garage spaces

2 (attached)

Carport spaces

2

Parking

Garage, Garage Door Opener, Parking Lot, Storage

HOA & taxes

HOA

No

Annual property tax (per MLS)

$12,433

Utilities & efficiency

Utilities

Electricity Connected, Sewer Available, Water Available, Cable Available

Water

Public

Sewer

Public Sewer

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Assigned schools

• ElementaryHarvardHouston ISDRatings on GreatSchools
• MiddleLanierHouston ISDRatings on GreatSchools
• HighLamarHouston ISDRatings on GreatSchools

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Neighborhood & nearby

Five Hundred 05 subdivision · Houston, TX 77006 · Harris County

Parks

• Peggy's Point Plaza Park 0.3 mi
• Avondale Promenade Park 0.4 mi
• Menil Park 0.7 mi
• Midtown Park 0.7 mi

Dining

• Siphon Coffee 0.1 mi
• Bowl 0.3 mi
• Mercantile 0.3 mi
• Breakfast Klub 0.3 mi

Groceries & shopping

• Randalls 1.0 mi
• H-E-B 1.0 mi

Fitness & recreation

• The Bar Method 0.4 mi
• Jerabeck Activity and Athletic Center 0.5 mi
• YogaOne 0.6 mi
• Progressive Amateur Boxing 1.3 mi

Library & movies

• Doherty Library 0.5 mi
• Freed-Montrose Neighborhood Library 0.5 mi
• Clayton House 0.9 mi
• Family History Research Center at the Clayton Library Campus 0.9 mi

Straight-line distances. Places data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Information provided for general reference; buyers should independently verify schools, districts, and community details.

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