Southmore Office Building

Pasadena Office Building

4
Floors
8
Bathrooms
37,233 sf
Total Area
1982
Year Built
This Pasadena office building along the main Southmore Ave drag offers multiple suites, ample parking, and excellent access to major Houston corridors, ideal for an owner-user or investor.
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Agent | Investor | Entrepreneur
Price:

$1,350,000

Property Details

4
Floors
8
Bathrooms
37,233
SF
46,570
SF Lot
1982
Year Built
Comm
Property
Office
Use
122
Parking Spaces
817 Southmore Ave.
Yes
HVAC
11/01/2025
Available
Sale Only
Term

About this Property

817 Southmore Avenue is a four-story office building for sale in Pasadena, Texas, offering an affordable entry point into the Houston commercial real estate market. Built in 1982, the property totals 37,233 square feet with approximately 21,164 rentable square feet on a 46,570-square-foot lot. It features a professional lobby, elevator service, shared restrooms, conference space, and generous surface parking at both the front and rear of the building. Its hard-corner location and prominent frontage along Southmore Avenue provide strong visibility for tenants and visitors.
The property is currently about 46% occupied by small professional tenants such as insurance agents, tax preparers, staffing companies, and therapy providers. Suites range from less than 200 to nearly 4,000 square feet, offering flexible options for small businesses or an owner-occupant looking to establish a headquarters. This mix of income and available space presents a value-add investment opportunity through lease-up, targeted renovations, or re-tenanting to higher-yield uses like medical or service-based offices.
Located just minutes from Beltway 8 and State Highway 225, 817 Southmore Avenue provides excellent access to the Port of Houston, San Jacinto College, and major petrochemical employers. The site is surrounded by retail centers, city offices, and medical facilities, attracting steady daily traffic and a strong workforce base. For investors or businesses seeking a well-located, cost-efficient property in the Pasadena office market, this building offers stability, visibility, and long-term potential in one of southeast Houston’s most established commercial corridors.
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More about this property

Four Story Building
Bold, utilitarian design rooted in mid-century Brutalist architecture, this building offers a strong, functional presence with clean lines.
Abundant Parking
The property offers abundant front and rear surface parking for convenient tenant and visitor access.
Great Exposure
The building benefits from excellent visibility and frontage along busy Southmore Avenue, offering strong exposure for tenants.
Great Value-Add Opportunity
This property presents a strong value-add opportunity for investors seeking to reposition or modernize a well-located Pasadena office asset.
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About the Area

Pasadena, Texas is one of the Houston area’s most established and economically diverse suburbs. Located southeast of downtown Houston, the city is home to a strong base of petrochemical, manufacturing, and logistics employers that continue to drive local job growth. Its proximity to the Port of Houston, one of the busiest ports in the nation, creates steady demand for professional and industrial space alike. The city’s central location between Beltway 8, State Highway 225, and Interstate 45 provides quick access to Houston, Deer Park, La Porte, and Clear Lake.

The area surrounding 817 Southmore Avenue is a blend of municipal buildings, local businesses, and neighborhood retail centers. Pasadena City Hall, the municipal court, and several civic offices are all within a short drive, drawing consistent daytime traffic and public activity. The corridor along Southmore Avenue is lined with small professional offices, service businesses, and medical providers, making it a practical and visible location for a variety of users. Nearby conveniences include restaurants, banks, and shopping options that serve both residents and the surrounding workforce.

Pasadena also benefits from its long-standing community identity and growing commercial base. San Jacinto College’s nearby campus adds an educational and workforce component to the area, while ongoing redevelopment around Spencer Highway and the Beltway 8 corridor continues to attract new investment. With its established infrastructure, diverse employment centers, and proximity to Houston’s major business districts, Pasadena offers a strong environment for both business operations and long-term property ownership.

Brian Varvel Avatar
Agent | Investor | Entrepreneur
Hi, I’m Brian Varvel – a local real estate agent with a deep-rooted passion for helping people find their place in the Katy and Fulshear communities. Whether you’re buying your first home, selling a long-time family property, or looking to grow your investment portfolio, I bring experience, insight, and a grounded, strategic approach to every step of the process.

I’m not just here to open doors – I’m here to help you make confident, well-informed decisions that align with your goals.
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