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Alfonso Parodi "The Parodi Group"
An architect's dream! This luxurious retreat with an inground pool & spa in University Oaks has both formals, a study, den, 2-beds down, + private guest quarters with a living, kitchen, bedroom, & full bath. Find gorgeous flooring, neutral paint, crown molding with raised ceilings, & updated light fixtures & ceiling fans throughout.
This private peaceful oasis awaits you. Find your tranquil sanctuary here in the middle of the city. Enjoy year round entertaining and outdoor living with your backyard pool and spa with a covered summer kitchen and patio.
One of a kind. This home is like no other with much its original 1940's charm mixed with modern high-end finishes that will please today's picky home buyer. Per the seller, just a few of the recent updates include fresh paint, two A/C units and new duct work, roof, insulation, sewer line, two tankless on-demand water heaters, and new pool equipment .
This spacious living room has beautiful hardwood floors and a mock fireplace with tile surround, a detailed wood mantel, and an art niche above. The geometric ceiling has carefully placed art lights, a modern ceiling fan, and a clerestory window allowing this space to fill with warm natural light.
A charming foyer with a bench and circular window welcomes guests into this impressive living room. You will find beautiful natural light in every room.
The living area is spacious and warm filled with natural light from the clerestory window above. What a beautiful space to welcome guests.
The family den is another welcoming and relaxing space. This room has gorgeous hardwood floors, neutral paint, crown molding, a wood burning fireplace, built-in entertainment center nook, and wonderful natural light.
Cozy up by the fire in the family den. This wood burning fireplace will heat your home and your spirit during those cool winter evenings.
Your family will love spending time together in this spacious den with gorgeous hardwood floors, warm natural light, and soft neutral paint.
Your friends and family will love breaking bread with you in this elegant formal dining room with impressive hardwood floors, neutral paint, crown molding, recessed lights, and a beautifully unique chandelier.
You will love the granite countertops and upgraded cabinetry with oversized drawers and glass front uppers. There is plenty of room for all of your favorite kitchen gadgets here!
Glass front upper cabinets with decorator paint and lights make the perfect place to display your favorite stemware.
The family chef is going to love the sleek modern kitchen with upgraded cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and incredible natural light from the countertop windows and recessed lights in the ceiling.
This spectacular kitchen is filled with modern conveniences including large pots & pan drawers, under-cabinet lighting, and sleek stainless steel appliances.
There is a pantry and a separate utility room attached to this spacious kitchen. Plenty of storage here!
Another original detail you will love...the countertop windows on each side of the refrigerator and stove with glass front cabinets with lights.
This wonderful utility room is tucked discretely behind by-fold doors in the kitchen. This space has built-ins galore including a fold out ironing board.
Enjoy Wednesday night lasagna or Saturday morning pancakes with your favorite people in this charming breakfast area with incredible natural light and stunning views of the covered patio with a summer kitchen, pool, and spa.
This home is perfect for working professionals. A home office suite has built-in storage, multiple work stations, a large closet, and a full bathroom.
The home office suite has multiple built-in work stations and fantastic cabinets with under-cabinet lights.
Work from home with views of the pool and beautiful yard. Come work with a view of paradise.
The home office has tons of great storage and plenty of counter space. Your commute just became a thousand times easier.
This posh first floor owner's bedroom has decorator paint, crown molding, a modern ceiling fan, and beautiful bay windows with a plant ledge and stunning views of the property.
This luxurious first floor bathroom has a modern dual sink vanity with fantastic storage below and upgraded vanity lights inset in the mirror above.
There is also an oversized walk-in shower with a bench and dual shower heads including a rain shower fixture.
Relax and soak your worries of the day away in this luxurious soaking tub. This contemporary bathroom is filled with high-end finishes and modern conveniences to help you prepare for the busy day ahead.
The primary bedroom has an incredible cedar walk-in closet with custom lighting and built-ins galore.
This first floor guest bedroom has beautiful hardwood floors, decorator paint, crown molding, a ceiling fan, large closet, and easy access to a full bath.
Upstairs, you will find a loft area with built-ins is open to the living room below. two spacious bedrooms, and a full bathroom.
The loft with a charming bench and built-in bookshelves would make a lovely sitting area, craft room, kids playroom, and more.
This is one of two spacious guest bedrooms upstairs. This bedroom has plush carpet, great natural light, built-ins, a large closet, ceiling fan, and easy access to a full bathroom.
This full bathroom is shared between the two second floor guest beds. This bathroom has a fully tiled tub/shower enclosure and a single sink vanity.
Another spacious guest bedroom on the second floor with fantastic built-ins, a large closet, a ceiling fan, and easy access to a full bathroom.
A separate apartment or guest quarters provide a great income stream. This apartment has a full kitchen, living room, bedroom, and beautiful full bath.
The kitchen in the guest quarters is the perfect size with plenty of cabinet and countertop space. Previously, this unit was leased for $1050/month. Great rental income!
A breakfast bar separates the kitchen from the living room in the guest quarters. Also notice the ensuite utility room.
This beautiful bathroom is in the guest quarters. It has a modern vanity with a vessel sink and upgraded hardware. You'll also find an oversized jetted tub & shower enclosure.
Your friends and family will look forward to invitations to your home with this amazing covered outdoor kitchen with a grill, pot filler, sink, and more.
A firepit separates the summer kitchen and covered patio from the raised spa and inground pool. This space is just spectacular!
The covered patio can be accessed by several room including the home office, breakfast area, den, and primary bedroom.
This amazing pool and spa is the star of the show with water features, a firepit, and multiple ledges to sit and relax.
This backyard oasis is beautiful by day or night.
Take a dip, swim some laps, your new backyard pool and spa await.
Romance fills the air when you have a backyard spa and pool area like this. Grab your favorite vino and enjoy your evening.
The University of Houston has a gorgeous campus and is within walking distance of the home.
Herman Park is one of Houstonians favorite places. This amazing park with tons of activities for the family is only minutes from your new home.
The famous Houston Zoo is another place your family will love to visit. Pack a picnic lunch and bring the family. Herman Park and the Houston Zoo are beautiful places to visit.
The Texas Medical Center is only a few minutes away.
Downtown Houston has so much to offer. You'll love the incredible nightlight, concert & sports venues, theatres, and so much more.
This beautifully unique, charismatic home in University Oaks will impress you with its design, high-end modern finishes, and spectacular backyard oasis with a summer kitchen, pool, and spa.This is all about the quality of life. Come step on this tranquil island in the middle of the city. It took over 30 yrs to weave this cottage into a place where you can both feel at home & on a world journey. Spacious home with great views from each room, wonderful entertainment flow, & an expansive home office/school. The discreet guest quarters are hard-working contributing reliably to the overhead. It is hard to imagine a better location: 1 block walk to the Downtown train, walk through the park to the new UH Medical school, cross the street onto a scenic campus with fountains & cafes. When necessary, it’s a 10 to 15-minute drive to the Med Center, downtown, museums & Montrose. The designer owner has honed his skills here & applied similar concepts to other projects including international awarded villas, design magazines, & HGTV features. Never flooded. Recent updates include fresh paint, 2 A/Cs & ductwork, roof, insulation, sewer line, 2 tankless water heaters, & pool equipment.
| District: | Houston |
| Elementary School: | Lockhart Elementary School   Good |  |
| Middle School: | Cullen Middle School  Average | |
| High School: | Yates High School | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $147.92 | $456,194 | -19.26% | $456,194 | -19.26% |
| 2022 | $183.20 | $565,000 | 39.80% | $565,000 | 39.80% |
| 2021 | $131.05 | $404,145 | 8.23% | $404,145 | 8.23% |
| 2020 | $121.08 | $373,403 | -4.21% | $373,403 | -4.21% |
| 2019 | $126.39 | $389,796 | 8.28% | $389,796 | 8.28% |
| 2018 | $116.73 | $359,986 | 0.00% | $359,986 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $116.73 | $359,986 | 0.41% | $359,986 | 0.41% |
| 2016 | $116.24 | $358,499 | 0.00% | $358,499 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | $116.24 | $358,499 | 25.44% | $358,499 | 25.44% |
| 2014 | $92.67 | $285,786 | 4.89% | $285,786 | 4.89% |
| 2013 | $88.35 | $272,461 | 0.61% | $272,461 | 0.61% |
| 2012 | $87.81 | $270,800 | $270,800 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $115,200 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $340,994 |
| Total Market Value: | $456,194 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| HOUSTON ISD: | 0.8683 % |
| 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 % |
| HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE: | 0.0922 % |
| HOUSTON CITY OF: | 0.5192 % |
| GREATER SE MGMT DIST: | 0.1150 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.1298 % |
