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Houston,TX 77019
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 6,531 sqft
Price per Sqft $796
Subdivision River Oaks
MLS Listing ID 23379504
Style Colonial,Traditional
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Half Baths 3
HOA Fees $268/ann
HOA Y/N 1
Year Built 1935
Annual Tax Amount $67,496
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 0.622 Acres
Acres 0.6223
Property Description
Surrounded by iron fence, banks of colorful azaleas, & lush lawn-1561 Kirby Drive awaits. This iconic colonial is positioned at Kirby & Brentwood (over half acre) to maximize privacy among towering oaks. Black & white marble foyer is adorned by a gorgeous cast plaster ceiling. An intimate yet spacious dining room w/stone fireplace is made for memories. The living room boasts a fireplace & classic ceiling detail. Nearby study is anchored by leaded glass window framed by Peggy Martin roses. A cook’s kitchen w/features too numerous to mention is open to family & breakfast rooms. Climatized wine storage enhances this home’s heart. Two powder rms & apt. behind the garage complete the 1st fl. Pool, entertaining space & flowing fountain fulfill the grounds. The 2nd fl includes a primary suite & two BRs with fourth suite & exercise rm on the 3rd fl. The defining feature is an elegant music/ballroom (wet bar & pwdr rm) with unmatched ceiling mural, marble fireplace & dramatic access to pool.
Location
State TX
County Harris
Area River Oaks Area
Rooms
Bedroom Description All Bedrooms Up,En-Suite Bath,Primary Bed - 2nd Floor,Walk-In Closet
Other Rooms Breakfast Room,Entry,Family Room,Formal Dining,Formal Living,Garage Apartment,Guest Suite w/Kitchen,Home Office/Study,Living Area - 1st Floor,Quarters/Guest House,Utility Room in House
Master Bathroom Bidet,Half Bath,Primary Bath: Double Sinks,Primary Bath: Jetted Tub,Primary Bath: Separate Shower,Secondary Bath(s): Separate Shower,Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo,Vanity Area
Den/Bedroom Plus 4
Kitchen Breakfast Bar,Butler Pantry,Kitchen open to Family Room,Pantry,Under Cabinet Lighting
Interior
Interior Features Alarm System - Owned,Crown Molding,Dry Bar,Dryer Included,Fire/Smoke Alarm,Formal Entry/Foyer,Prewired for Alarm System,Refrigerator Included,Washer Included,Wet Bar,Window Coverings,Wine/Beverage Fridge,Wired for Sound
Heating Central Electric,Central Gas,Window Unit
Cooling Central Electric,Window Units
Flooring Carpet,Marble Floors,Slate,Tile,Wood
Fireplaces Number 3
Fireplaces Type Gas Connections,Wood Burning Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Feature Back Yard Fenced,Balcony,Exterior Gas Connection,Fully Fenced,Patio/Deck,Porch,Private Driveway,Side Yard,Spa/Hot Tub,Sprinkler System
Parking Features Attached Garage
Garage Spaces 2.0
Garage Description Additional Parking,Auto Driveway Gate,Auto Garage Door Opener,Circle Driveway,Double-Wide Driveway,Extra Driveway
Pool Gunite,Pool With Hot Tub Attached
Roof Type Composition,Other
Street Surface Asphalt,Concrete,Curbs,Gutters
Accessibility Automatic Gate,Driveway Gate
Private Pool Yes
Building
Lot Description Corner,Subdivision Lot
Dwelling Type Free Standing
Faces West
Story 3
Foundation Slab
Lot Size Range 1/2 Up to 1 Acre
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public Water
Structure Type Brick,Wood
New Construction No
Schools
Elementary Schools River Oaks Elementary School (Houston)
Middle Schools Lanier Middle School
High Schools Lamar High School (Houston)
School District 27 - Houston
Others
HOA Fee Include Courtesy Patrol,Other
Senior Community No
Restrictions Deed Restrictions
Tax ID 060-153-036-0006
Ownership Full Ownership
Energy Description Ceiling Fans,Digital Program Thermostat,Generator,Insulated/Low-E windows
Acceptable Financing Cash Sale,Conventional
Tax Rate 2.0148
Disclosures Exclusions,Sellers Disclosure
Listing Terms Cash Sale,Conventional
Financing Cash Sale,Conventional
Special Listing Condition Exclusions,Sellers Disclosure