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Courtney Renaud
Welcome to 509 Cedarwood Drive, where old-world charm, antique finery, and modern conveniences collide to create over 7,200 square feet of truly magnificent living space, located right in the heart of Friendswood's walkable downtown district.
A circular driveway lined with hundreds of colorful azalea bushes and a yard dotted with towering shade trees makes way to this colonial masterpiece that was recently completely rebricked with antique brick and a heavy mortar schmear.
A herringbone-laid brick walkway surrounded by impressive landscaping maintained by an in-ground sprinkler and irrigation system leads to a double-decker plantation-style porch with wood floors, charming wood shutters, and authentic gas lanterns.
Take a seat in a rocking chair to enjoy your morning coffee or an evening cocktail while looking out over this magnificent 1-acre lot. In March and April, it is completely enveloped in an array of pink, soft lavender, and snow-white azaleas.
The front door and sidelights are survivors of Galveston's Great Storm of 1900, and they are just the beginning of the historical finishes in this home. Also of note in this foyer are the inlaid carvings on the columns - designed by the French and salvaged from an Argentinian mansion.
To the right of the foyer, a trio of beautifully framed openings spills into the formal living space in this home, where you'll find antique finishes alongside of modern updates that include recessed lighting and surround sound speakers.
The formal living space is anchored by a magnificent fireplace with an early 1900s carved wood mantle that was salvaged from the original parsonage at St. Thomas University. Also, note the gold and cut glass chandelier and sconce lighting.
Accessible from the formal living room and the adjacent kitchen, this formal dining room is a showstopper, with a deep rainstorm blue paint selection and 2 walls of picture frame windows overlooking the grounds with French doors leading to a picturesque porch.
A stunning cut crystal chandelier is suspended from the trayed ceiling and it coordinates perfectly with the antique Tiger Oak flooring that was also salvaged from the St Thomas parsonage. At the entrance to the kitchen, note the imported antique French doorframe.
Curl up in a cozy sitting area in the kitchen that features a corner set gas log fireplace with an antique marble mantle and a surround made of a schmeared brick with a rustic farm wood accent piece above.
The island kitchen is truly a masterpiece that includes ample soft-close cabinetry with brushed nickel hardware, gleaming granite countertops, fabulous antique lighting, an apron front farmhouse sink, historical Tiger Oak floors, and state-of-the-art stainless appliances.
A pair of towering antique double doors suspended from a rolling barn door track open to reveal this sizeable pantry that makes a statement all its own with MacKenzie-Childs Courtly Check wallpaper and antique barnwood shelving.
Top-of-the-line appliances in this kitchen include a commercial grade GE Monogram double convection oven with a griddle, 6 burner cooktop, & pot filler, a built-in icemaker, a dishwasher, a beverage fridge, & a built-in refrigerator & freezer.
Tucked at the far end of the kitchen, an eat-in breakfast room features an antique gold candelabra chandelier, rare and beautiful antique Tiger Oak flooring, a pair of front-facing windows, and a wall of built-in soft close cabinetry with lighted glass front display cabinets.
Secluded on the far side of the first floor, this master retreat offers gorgeous hardwood flooring, picture frame windows with views, an uncommon rock crystal chandelier, and a sunlit seating area at the rear of the room.
Dressing is a dream in this vanity space within the first of two master closets! An antique mirrored door opens into this private paradise with peony pink paint, two built-in dressers for cosmetics & accessories, and a wall of cubby storage for hats or purses.
You just have to see this closet to believe it! Gorgeous floral printed Gucci wallpaper sets the stage for peony pink painted cabinetry that creates an abundance of dust-free hanging space. A marble top island with storage is topped by a refined candelabra chandelier.
Like every other space in this majestic home, the master bathroom is chock full of fine finishes, including an antique pocket door, black soapstone countertops with dual sinks, framed mirrors, antique lighting, and Carrera Marble floors. Just off of this space is a second closet for him.
Relax beneath the warm waters of this clawfoot bathtub or in the dual showerheads in this seamless glass-enclosed wet room surrounded by extra thick Carrera Marble slabs that were removed from the floor of the original Houston Chronicle building.
Even the utility room is magnificent here! You'll enjoy space for dual stackable washer/dryer units alongside of a cast iron utility sink and a stainless steel folding rack that was salvaged from the janitorial closet of Texas City High School. 
A half bathroom is conveniently located just off of the kitchen, near the rear entrance to the home. In this bathroom, you'll find an exposed brick accent wall and a lovely floral wallpaper that is the backdrop for the pedestal sink.
Spread out and relax in this expansive family room that is secluded at the back of the home. In this space, you'll find a wall of hand-painted antique wallpaper, a pair of brushed gold circular chandeliers, and a wall of windows & French doors overlooking the backyard.
Throughout this family room and the other additions to this home, you'll find gorgeous wood flooring that was salvaged from West Mansion, which was the very image of Texas wealth as one of the biggest, grandest houses built in Texas in the 1920s and ’30s.
At the rear entrance to the home, find a convenient mud room with an antique crosshatch wood floor, locker space for up to 6 people, a dual-sided workstation with Blue Jean granite surfaces, ample storage, and a rear staircase leading up to two bedrooms, a full bath, and conditioned storage space.
On the second floor of the addition to the house, you'll find a distinctly feminine bedroom with a muted metallic floral wallpaper on the ceiling, a trio of spherical chandeliers, and antique wood floors with an inlaid Gods Eye design at the center.
A Jack & Jill style bathroom connects the previous bedroom to the next and it features an antique marble countertop with a rectangular basin undermount sink set above white cabinetry. A gold-framed mirror and sconce lighting complete the space.
Opposite the vanity space, a combination bathtub and shower boasts a stunning marble feature wall complemented by vertically placed glass subway tile walls on either end, along with a seamless glass enclosure and gold designer fixtures.
Adjoining the previous bedroom and bathroom, another secondary bedroom offers a lighted ceiling fan, recessed lights, and continued wood floors. This space makes for an ideal guest suite or craft space. The door on the right leads to another large room of conditioned storage space.
Back at in the heart of the main home, we find ourselves on the second-floor landing, where you'll note handsome wood floors, period-specific chandeliers & sconce lighting, and four secondary bedrooms along with two full bathrooms.
The first of four similarly sized secondary bedrooms features a spherical caged light fixture, crown molding and oversized baseboards, handsome wood floors, and a pair of ornately cased windows overlooking the plantation-style balcony and flourishing front yard.
A Jack & Jill style bathroom services the previous bedroom and the next. Finishes here include extra thick antique marble on the walls, along with a herringbone laid marble floor, white cabinetry, and an industrial steel countertop with a rectangular basin sink.
The shower offers up a frameless glass door as well as a stunning enclosure constructed of antique Carrera Marble slabs salvaged from the Houston Post building. The large pieces are interspersed with a herringbone accent pattern that coordinates with the flooring.
Located on the opposite side of the bathroom, another secondary bedroom features a rustic wagon wheel exposed bulb chandelier, handsome hardwood flooring, crown molding, a pair of cased windows, and rustic bedside sconces.
On the opposite wing of the second floor, this secondary bedroom hosts a navy blue tiered light fixture, wood floors, and ornate moldings around the ceiling, floors, rear-facing windows, and the door with a small clerestory window above it.
The fourth and final bedroom that is located on the second floor of the main part of the home offers up a unique rectangular metal and jute rope pendant light, continued wood floors, and numerous windows with treetop views of the backyard.
Another second-floor bathroom services the two previous bedrooms and boasts an industrial style wall-mounted triplet sink with mixed metal hardware, industrial lighting, honeycomb marble flooring, and antique marble along the bottom half of the walls.
Head upstairs to a secluded third floor that hosts two flexible-use bonus rooms. This room was utilized as a game room and it showcases the original wood parquet floors, recessed lights, dual sliding door closets for storage, and Dutch doors to the adjoining room.
Another third-floor flex-use room would make a perfect media room or music suite! It boasts built-in surround sound speakers, wood floors, sconce lighting, sliding door closets for component storage, and two small windows that could easily be covered for a blackout effect.
The third-floor game room area hosts a half bathroom with an antique dresser-style vanity with a marble countertop, an apron front sink, a framed mirror, and honeycomb-shaped marble floors. The space has been plumbed to add a shower, if desired.
A second-floor balcony stretches from end to end of the front elevation of this home and harbors views of the beautifully wooded lot that seems like it's secluded, but is, in fact, in the center of town and minutes away from schools, shopping, and dining options.
Exit through the side door off of the kitchen and mud room area to the side porch, where a lengthy driveway leads back to the oversized three-car tandem garage with a bonus overhead door at the back and a full garage apartment above it.
Ideal for a young adult, housekeeping staff, or long-term guests, this garage apartment is fully functional living! The open-concept main living space boasts wood floors, designer lighting, ornate moldings, and even has a built-in Murphy bed for bonus sleeping space!
In the island kitchen, you'll enjoy ample storage space, open shelving, striking black stone countertops, an apron front farmhouse sink with a gooseneck faucet, and stainless appliances including a dishwasher, refrigerator/freezer, and a smooth glass cooktop.
An extra spacious bedroom in the garage apartment is bathed in abundant natural sunlight streaming in over the blonde wood floors. Also note the designer lighting, recessed lights, ornate moldings, and a HUGE walk-in closet.
The full bathroom in the garage apartment offers up an antique wood herringbone vanity with a marble countertop, a basin sink, a framed mirror, and an oversized shower with beautiful tilework and a seamless glass enclosure.
The garage apartment is complete with its own utility room with cabinetry for storage space, a space for a stackable washer and dryer, a folding counter, and herringbone-laid tile flooring.
Around the back of the home, an L-shaped covered porch complete with a tongue and groove wood ceiling, lighted ceiling fans, recessed lights, built-in speakers, and charming heavily mortared brick floors looks out over the lush backyard.
Imagine entertaining friends and dining al fresco on a cool spring afternoon or snuggling up with a hot cup of coffee on these cozy covered porches! The sway of the trees and the simplicity of the beauty transport you to another time and place!
The grounds have been meticulously manicured with colorful and Texas-hardy foliage surrounding the majestic shade trees. Turf grass has been added to the shadiest parts of the yard, allowing for low-maintenance greenery year-round.
In the center of the gardens, the littles will enjoy a high-quality Tree Frog playset that is protected from the heat by the ample shade and worry-free turf grass. An in-ground trampoline provides entertainment and conceals the in-ground irrigation system.
Unparalleled extravagance in the heart of Friendswood! Fabulously designed 7-bedroom home showcases over 7233 sf of luxurious living with awe-inspired finishes including Carerra marble floors from the Houston Chronicle building, antique Tiger oak floors from the late 1800s, imported French mansion trim, a 1900 storm survivor front door, & an array of antique lighting including rock stone chandeliers. Historical finishes collide with modern conveniences including state-of-the-art GE Monogram appliances, a pot filler, soft close cabinetry, surround sound, a must-see closet with Gucci wallpaper - so much more & storage galore! In addition to the main home, a 1144 sf garage apartment is equally impressive! Outdoors, a circular drive lined with hundreds of azaleas leads to this fully rebricked masterpiece with three plantation-style porches overlooking a gorgeous shaded yard complete with sprinklers, irrigation, a playset, an in-ground trampoline, & an incredible location.
| District: | Friendswood ISD |
| Elementary School: | Westwood Elementary School   Excellent | |
| Middle School: | Friendswood Junior High School Excellent | |
| High School: | Friendswood High School Excellent |  |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $208.44 | $889,210 | 24.02% | $788,700 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $168.07 | $717,000 | -0.22% | $717,000 | 9.69% |
| 2021 | $168.45 | $718,590 | 20.93% | $653,631 | 10.00% |
| 2020 | $139.29 | $594,210 | -6.21% | $594,210 | -6.21% |
| 2019 | $148.52 | $633,580 | -1.71% | $633,580 | -1.71% |
| 2018 | $151.11 | $644,620 | -2.50% | $644,620 | -2.50% |
| 2017 | $154.98 | $661,160 | 27.08% | $661,160 | 50.38% |
| 2016 | $121.95 | $520,260 | 30.16% | $439,670 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $93.69 | $399,700 | 0.00% | $399,700 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | $93.69 | $399,700 | 0.00% | $399,700 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | $93.69 | $399,700 | 0.00% | $399,700 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | $93.69 | $399,700 | $399,700 |
2023 Galveston County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $109,530 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $779,680 |
| Total Market Value: | $889,210 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| GALVESTON COUNTY: | 0.3342 % |
| FRIENDSWOOD CITY: | 0.5007 % |
| FRIENDSWOOD ISD: | 1.0800 % |
| COUNTY ROAD/FLOOD: | 0.0078 % |
| GALV CNTY CONSOLIDATED DRAINAG: | 0.1186 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.0413 % |
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