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Summary:

A clean, renovated 1BR loft in Houston's historic Third Ward — minutes from the Medical Center, NRG, Downtown, and EaDo. Built for medical visits, business travel, and event weekends by guests who value central access over suburban polish.



✔ 1 Bedroom · Sleeps up to 4 · Full Kitchen

✔ 1Gbps WiFi · Workspace · Smart TVs

✔ Assigned Parking Included

✔ Steps from TSU · 8–12 min to Med Center



Historic urban building — 2nd floor, stairs. No parties. Details below.



The Space:

Multi-family · 1BR · 1BA · Sleeps up to 4 · Assigned parking · Shared Laundromat

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BLODGETT URBAN LOFTS — UNIT 2 — CENTRAL HOUSTON

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A clean, well-equipped 1BR on the second floor of a renovated historic building in Houston's Third Ward. Professionally managed. Great for Medical Center visits, NRG events, Downtown conventions, FIFA matches, or extended work stays.

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IDEAL FOR

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Medical stays and travel nurses · academic visitors to TSU · business travelers and remote workers · event and convention guests who want central access and value. We host these guests regularly, with dedicated support for longer stays.

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WHY GUESTS LOVE IT

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Location and value. This is a clean, well-equipped loft in a renovated historic building, steps from Texas Southern University and minutes from the Medical Center, Downtown, NRG, and EaDo. For medical professionals on rotation, business travelers, academic visitors, and event-goers, it's hard to beat being this central at this price.



Inside: a comfortable queen memory-foam bed, a full kitchen for real cooking, fast 1Gbps WiFi with a mesh system, Smart TVs in both rooms, and a genuine workspace. Professionally managed, with a host team that actually responds.

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THE HONEST REVIEW

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We put this first on purpose — knowing these now means no surprises later.



This is a historic building in a real urban neighborhood.

• The Third Ward is authentic, central Houston — actively redeveloping, with daytime street life and the occasional maintenance crew nearby. It's not suburban, not luxury, and not quiet-suburb calm. If you want a polished, quiet environment, this isn't your spot. If you want a clean, well-maintained loft with a host team that actually responds, you're in the right place.



Some noise comes with the character.

• It's a historic building, so some sound transfer between units is normal, and this is a street-facing unit, so occasional outside noise is part of urban living. Quiet hours 9 PM–8 AM are enforced with noise monitoring. Earplugs and a white-noise machine are available on request — just ask.



Second-floor unit — stairs required.

• No elevator. Please consider this before booking.



Before check-in, every guest:

• Signs a guest agreement and provides government ID

• Guests with no reviews or a rating under 4 stars also complete ID verification plus a refundable deposit or damage waiver



Parking is tight:

One assigned space is included — it's a snug fit, not ideal for large trucks or full-size SUVs. Street parking and a paid TSU garage (about a block away) are nearby backups.



About the pool & gym:

• This unit does not have a pool or gym on-site. What we list is Emancipation Park — a free community facility with a full gym, seasonal pool, and courts, a 2–3 minute drive away, free with valid ID.



Good to know:



• Shared 50-gallon water heater — works well under normal use; back-to-back long showers may briefly reduce hot water, which reheats in 5–10 minutes

• Multi-unit building — you may encounter other guests in the shared driveway, parking area, and dumpster space

• Houston insects (seasonal, mostly outdoors) are normal here. Message us about anything indoors and we'll handle it free

• Starter supplies cover your first 24–48 hours; replenishment after that is up to you

• Security: smart-lock self check-in; exterior cameras at entry and parking. Indoor noise monitor reads decibel level only — no audio or video



Everything else is below. Now the fun part.

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SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

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• Bedroom: Queen Zinus memory-foam bed with mattress protector

• Living room: Sofa bed for a 3rd/4th guest (no mattress — best for short stays; linens and towels available on request)



Max 4 guests, all registered at booking. Please confirm your total guest count in advance so we can prepare. Towels provided based on confirmed count.

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INDOOR SPACES

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• Full kitchen, equipped for real cooking — dining seats up to 3

• Smart TVs in the living room and bedroom (use your own streaming accounts)

• 1Gbps Xfinity WiFi with mesh system throughout; backup router and Ethernet available on request

• Dedicated workspace

• One full bathroom



Starter supplies included: toilet paper, paper towels, dish soap, trash bags, shampoo, conditioner, body gel, hand soap, basic toiletries.

Not included: oil, condiments, foil, food containers, bottled water, coffee/tea, laundry detergent.

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OUTDOOR SPACES

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• Shared first-floor laundry room (available on request; detergent not provided)

• Shared driveway, parking area, and on-site dumpster

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PARKING

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• 1 assigned space included — tight fit, not ideal for large trucks or SUVs

• Street parking available

• TSU paid garage about a block away as a backup

• Improperly parked vehicles may be towed at guest expense

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PETS

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Welcome with prior approval only:



• Small pets under 30 lbs preferred — $20 per night per pet

• Larger breeds may be approved if crated when unattended

• Multiple pets require prior approval

• Service animals always welcome with documentation; ESA pets must pay pet cleaning fees

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THE ESSENTIALS

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• Self check-in via smart lock from 4:00 PM — code sent before arrival

• Check-out: 10:00 AM

• Entire home — no shared spaces, no host on-site



Need more space? We manage homes across Houston — ask if your group needs additional units.



Guest Access:

Self check-in via smart lock — a unique code is sent before arrival once your stay agreement is complete. You'll have private access to the entire Unit 1 loft.

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YOUR UNIT

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• Private 1BR/1BA on the second floor (stairs required)

• Full kitchen, living room, and dedicated workspace

• Smart TVs in the living room and bedroom

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BUILDING LAYOUT

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• Units 1, 2, and 3 are on the second floor; Unit 4 is on the first

• Units 1 and 2 share a secured entrance and staircase

• Laundry room is on the first floor (shared, available on request)

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SHARED AREAS

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This is a multi-unit building. You may encounter other guests in the shared driveway, parking area, and on-site dumpster space.

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PARKING

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One assigned space in the shared driveway — a tight fit, not ideal for large trucks or SUVs. Street parking is limited; the TSU paid garage is about a block away. Improperly parked vehicles may be towed at guest expense.

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LUGGAGE DROP-OFF

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Available on a limited basis when the cleaning schedule allows — bags may be left at the unit entrance. Early access inside before 4 PM isn't permitted unless separately approved.

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AMENITIES

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Emancipation Park (3-5 min drive)



• Full indoor gym, seasonal pool (May–Sept, approx. 1–7 PM)

• Basketball and tennis courts.



Valid ID required. Check the park website for current hours.



The Neighborhood:

One of Houston's most historically significant neighborhoods — home to Texas Southern University, Emancipation Park, and decades of Houston culture. It's actively being redeveloped and sits minutes from Downtown, the Medical Center, NRG, and EaDo.



This is an urban environment with real street life and ongoing construction nearby. Guests who appreciate authentic city living and central access tend to love it here; guests expecting a quiet suburb should book elsewhere.



✔ Central and well-connected

✔ Practical and convenient



Easy to get everywhere:



• TSU — 1–3 min

• Downtown — 5–10 min

• Texas Medical Center — 8–12 min

• Midtown / EaDo — 5–10 min

• Toyota Center / Minute Maid / GRB — 5–10 min

• NRG Stadium — 12–15 min

• Hobby Airport — 12–15 min · Bush (IAH) — 25–35 min



H-E-B, local groceries, restaurants, and pharmacies are all a short drive.



Getting Around:

Houston is a car-first city — having one makes things easiest, and direct highway access puts the whole city within reach. That said, this is one of the more transit-connected addresses we manage.

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BY CAR

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Hwy 288 is 2–3 minutes away, connecting you across the city in every direction.

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RIDESHARE

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Uber, Lyft, and Alto are all available with typically quick pickups.

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TRANSIT

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Bus routes 25 and 11 stop at Almeda Rd & Blodgett and Cleburne St near TSU (a 2–5 minute walk), with direct access to Downtown, the Medical Center, and Midtown.

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DRIVE TIMES (no traffic)

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• TSU — 1–3 min

• Downtown — 5–10 min

• Texas Medical Center — 8–12 min

• Midtown / EaDo — 5–10 min

• Toyota Center / Minute Maid / GRB — 5–10 min

• NRG Stadium — 12–15 min

• Hobby (HOU) — 12–15 min · Bush (IAH) — 25–35 min

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HOST TIPS

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• Major events — rideshare both ways; parking near NRG and Downtown fills fast and surges after

• Hobby is genuinely close (12–15 min) — convenient for quick trips

• Never leave valuables visible in your vehicle — applies citywide