
1040 W 26th St, Houston, TX 77008
What This House Offers
This gated Shady Acres GEM is situated on a corner lot,and has no shared walls,both of which allow for an abundance of natural light to flow throughout each... level. An entertainer's floor plan,the kitchen features a huge island,stainless appliances,gas cooking,and a wine fridge. Soaring ceilings on every floor including ultra high 11 ft ceilings on the second floor. The spacious primary retreat features an oversized closet as well as bright and open tastefully finished bathroom with both a soaking tub and expansive shower. Both secondary bedrooms feature en-suite full bathrooms for added convenience. There is ample guest parking inside the electronic gate as well as street parking,which is so nice for visitors. HOA includes grounds maintenance and two dog park areas inside the gate as well. The proximity to 610,I-10,Downtown,the Heights,and the Galleria cannot be beat. Never flooded and not in a flood zone. This home has been well maintained and is ready for you to move in! MLS ID 9313294
Unit
- $3,200 / month
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 2108 sq. ft.
- Available Now
1040 W 26th St is a single-family home for rent in Houston, TX
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 2016
- Contemporary Architecture
- Single Family Detached Home
Interior Spaces
- High Ceiling
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Crown Molding
- Living Room
- Ceiling Fan
- Utility Room
- 2108 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Window Treatments
Kitchen
- Marble Countertops
- Wine Refrigerator
- Electric Oven
- Kitchen Island
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Double Vanity
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- 3.5 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Windows with Low Emissivity
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
- Ventilation
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Lot Details
- 1559 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Property is Fully Fenced
Schools
- Sinclair Elementary School
- Hamilton Middle School
- Waltrip High School
Utilities
- Programmable Thermostat
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Sewer Available
- Public Water Source
- Water Available
- Municipal Trash
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2026-04-30
- Long Term Lease
Community Details
Overview
- Grove At Shady Acres Association
- Grove/Shady Acres Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Call for details about the types of pets allowed
- Pet Deposit Required
Security
- Controlled Access
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Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable60 / 100
Transit
Limited public transit30 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Waltrip High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Lutheran High North
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Univ. of Houston, Downtown
Drive: 11 min (5.4 mi)
University of St Thomas
Drive: 13 min (6.4 mi)
The Art Institute of Houston
Drive: 13 min (8.5 mi)
Houston Community College
Drive: 15 min (8.9 mi)
Discover Greater Heights, Houston, TX
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1040 W 26th St proximity to Heights Plaza, North Shepherd Center, and Stomping Grounds. Heights Plaza is 0.8 miles away, and North Shepherd Center is within a 14 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 1040 W 26th St has limited public transit, including 6 transit stops within 5.5 miles. Transit options include Lindale Park Nb and Cavalcade Sb.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1040 W 26th St are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 4.1 miles, including Woodland Park.
Airports
Living in Greater Heights provides easy access to William P Hobby, located just 32 minutes from 1040 W 26th St. Another nearby airport is George Bush Intcntl/Houston, located 19.5 miles away.
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