Charming freestanding 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in the heart of the Heights. The home features an open floor plan with high ceilings, abundant natural light, generous storage, and a private backyard with a covered wood deck (wood replaced 2024). First-floor living is ideal for entertaining, offering a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas, along with a convenient half bath. Upstairs includes all three bedrooms (hickory floors 2021), highlighted by a spacious primary suite with a spa tub and two walk-in closets, plus two secondary bedrooms located just down the hall. The property also offers a rare extended private driveway with ample guest parking. Roof was replaced in Mar 2024. Owners used the oversized insulated garage with the A/C and new epoxy floor (all updates 2023) as an office! HVAC 2016. The home is zoned to Field Elementary, just a short walk from the Norhill Esplanade, Studewood restaurants, 19th Street shopping, and the Houston Farmers Market.