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Courtney Renaud
Welcome to 3508 Firenze Drive! This single-story three-bedroom handicap-accessible patio home with a pool and a backyard paradise is tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac loop in the gated Terra Bella community in Friendswood.
A pair of 8-foot stained mahogany doors with leaded glass detailing open to reveal a wide and open foyer with tile flooring, a trayed ceiling trimmed with crown molding, neutral paint, arched doorways, and an inset art niche.
From the foyer, veer left into this extra spacious dining room defined by a trayed ceiling trimmed with crisp white crown molding, a 5-light iron chandelier, a pair of side-facing windows, and handsome hand-scraped hardwood flooring.
An alternate view of the dining room offers insight into the floorplan, with a wide arched entrance that provides direct access to the butler's pantry and kitchen beyond. The doorway on the right leads to the secondary bedrooms and the handicap-accessible bathroom.
Continue straight ahead from the foyer into the heart of this home where you'll find an impressive island kitchen with a rounded wrap-around bar for additional seating space. The living space is an open concept between the kitchen, breakfast room, and the family room.
The chef of the house is certain to appreciate the large corner pantry, bonus butler's pantry, the dual basin sink with a gooseneck faucet, ample cabinetry, and all stainless appliances including a gas cooktop.
Fine finishes in this beautiful kitchen include sleek granite countertops, a diagonally laid ceramic tile backsplash, handsome wood cabinetry, and elevated ceilings with recessed lighting.
Tucked into one corner of the kitchen, you'll find a sunlit breakfast nook to enjoy your morning coffee or a casual meal. Note the easy maintenance tile flooring, the pendant light, and the full panel glass door leading to the covered patio & pool area.
The island kitchen makes a seamless transition into the spacious family room - making this an ideal space for entertaining! An abundance of windows encircle the room and frame picturesque views of your own backyard paradise!
The family room is anchored by a cast stone gas log fireplace on one side and walls of windows dressed with 2-inch blinds along the other two sides - allowing ample natural light and panoramic views of the private backyard paradise!
Near the interior entrance from the 2-car attached garage, you'll find this 8'x6' utility room with gas and electric dryer hookups, plus cabinetry and enough space to add a hall tree for storage. There is also a half bathroom nearby.
A split floorplan allows for privacy in this master suite which is located off of the left side of the family room. This space features a trayed ceiling trimmed with crown molding, a lighted ceiling fan, plush carpet, and a roomy closet complete with a third-row seasonal rack.
Step into the oversized shower with a glass enclosure and a bench seat, or take your time and sink beneath the deep sudsy waters of the jetted corner tub. Both are surrounded by ceramic tile that coordinates with the floor tile.
There's enough space to spread out in this en suite master bathroom with separate his & hers granite-topped vanities with dual basin sinks, oil-rubbed bronze hardware, ample cabinetry, mirrors, & stylish lighting.
The first of two secondary bedrooms that are both located in a wing of the home near the garage entrance offers a lighted ceiling fan, neutral paint, plush carpet, and a side-facing window with 2-inch blinds and pool views.
The remaining bedroom is extra spacious and handicap accessible with double doors from the foyer plus an additional door to the back hallway near the bathroom. Note the luxury vinyl plank floors, large double-door closet, and front-facing windows.
This ADA-compliant bathroom boasts an extra wide wheelchair-accessible doorway, a lowered sink and commode, and a zero-entry tile floor extending into the oversized shower with an adjustable or handheld showerhead.
Step outdoors through the full-panel glass door in the breakfast room to this comfortable covered patio with a lighted ceiling fan, Cool Decking sprayed concrete, and views of the pristine pool surrounded by gorgeous landscaping.
The 550sf custom-designed saltwater pool features travertine coping, a white pebble interior with a lifetime warranty, a tanning ledge with bubblers, and a beach-style entry with a wheelchair roll track.
The covered patio and sparkling pool are surrounded by beautiful and freshly mulched landscaping that is maintained by an in-ground sprinkler system. And if you'd like more room to run, the neighborhood playground is straight across the street!
Lovely handicap-accessible patio home with a fabulous backyard pool surrounded by meticulously cared for landscaping! Tucked into east Friendswood's gated Terra Bella community, this single-story beauty that's just across the street from the community playground features extra wide doorways, high ceilings trimmed with crown molding, & abundant natural light spilling throughout the formal entryway, an elegant & oversized dining room, and into the spacious family room with a cast stone fireplace & walls of windows with pool views. A wrap-around breakfast bar defines the impressive kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances, & a generous corner pantry. The split floorplan boasts a master suite with his & hers sinks, a soaker tub, a shower with bench seat, and a large closet with seasonal racks, as well as 2 additional bedrooms with an ADA-compliant bath. Outdoors, the covered patio overlooks a zero-entry Pebble-Tec pool & gorgeous landscaping with an in-ground sprinkler system.
| District: | Clear Creek ISD |
| Elementary School: | C D Landolt Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Brookside Intermediate  Good | |
| High School: | Clear Springs High School Excellent | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $156.91 | $394,147 | 8.83% | $382,580 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $144.17 | $362,154 | 14.54% | $347,800 | 10.00% |
| 2021 | $125.87 | $316,182 | 6.48% | $316,182 | 6.48% |
| 2020 | $118.21 | $296,951 | 3.14% | $296,951 | 3.14% |
| 2019 | $114.61 | $287,903 | 3.27% | $287,903 | 3.27% |
| 2018 | $110.98 | $278,786 | 0.00% | $278,786 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $110.98 | $278,786 | 2.81% | $278,786 | 2.81% |
| 2016 | $107.95 | $271,168 | 2.91% | $271,168 | 6.87% |
| 2015 | $104.89 | $263,490 | 14.22% | $253,745 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $91.83 | $230,678 | 0.00% | $230,678 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | $91.83 | $230,678 | -13.30% | $230,678 | -13.30% |
| 2012 | $105.92 | $266,062 | $266,062 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $66,572 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $327,575 |
| Total Market Value: | $394,147 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| CLEAR CREEK ISD: | 0.9746 % |
| HARRIS COUNTY: | 0.3501 % |
| HC FLOOD CONTROL DIST: | 0.0311 % |
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY: | 0.0057 % |
| HC HOSPITAL DIST: | 0.1434 % |
| HC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: | 0.0048 % |
| CITY OF FRIENDSWOOD: | 0.5007 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.0104 % |
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Reduced 3.31%