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Alfonso Parodi "The Parodi Group"
The opportunity of a lifetime beckons. Welcome your family home to this midcentury modern charmer nestled on an oversized lot with POOL and SPA on a prime Maplewood block that has NEVER FLOODED. Zoned to exemplary Bellaire-area schools and just a short commute to the Galleria and the Texas Medical Center, the location cannot be beat - and the floorplan, the lot layout, and the bonus features make it truly incomparable. Properties on this premier, established block rarely hit the market!
The massive backyard features mature trees and shrubs (including a stunning oversized gardenia which even the most accomplished gardener will envy). The extra yard space ensures plenty of space for kids and pets to play and run, even with a huge pool and large covered patio off the back porch.
The owners installed a dream pool that both entertainers and lap-swimmers will treasure. A stunning stone waterfall spills over into the lagoon-shaped pool, mature landscaping offers morning and afternoon shade for all-day recreation, and a large spa offers relaxation even during the short Houston winters. Impeccably graded & maintained pool decking frames this gorgeous centerpiece of the home, and built-in benches around the pool invite you to spend countless hours bonding with family&friends.
Enjoy outdoor living and dining rivaling the indoors on this masterpiece of a covered patio with vaulted ceilings, three fans, and plenty of room for a full entertaining kitchen outside. Relax and unwind after a busy day or enjoy a full day of grilling and swimming with friends and family with minimal maintenance. 
Back inside, the family room features original wood paneling (a rare find for the midcentury modern lover!) and a wall of windows overlooking the backyard and pool, flooding the heart of the home in natural light. The kitchen opens to the family room (not shown here).
Opposite the family room and adjacent to the kitchen and utility room (not shown, to the left), enjoy your family breakfast or morning coffee in this cozy breakfast nook off the kitchen.
This spacious kitchen updated tastefully by the owners offers convenience and style. Neutral stone countertops contrast beautifully with travertine tile backsplash and warm custom cabinetry. Abundant work space between the formal dining room and the breakfast nook, with an open bar overlooking the family room (not shown here, to the right), the layout of this kitchen is an entertainer's dream. 
The formal dining room opposite the breakfast nook beyond the kitchen offers a view of the front yard, a gorgeous crystal chandelier, and plenty of room for entertaining in style. Opening to the large formal living room (not shown here, to the right), this spacious floorplan and the incredible backyard oasis allows for hosting large families and parties with effortless grace.
The spacious formal living room opens nearly seamlessly to the formal dining room off the kitchen. The oversized lot allowed the original architect to provide extra space everywhere in this incredible home. The formal entry hall is located to the left with the bedrooms to the left and the family room to the right.
Another view of the backyard from the side perspective opposite the driveway allows you to envision entertainment options for family and friends inside and out. 
Back inside, the family room gathers friends and family together intimately. The open bar off the kitchen connects the family's chef with the central activity of the home. Abundant natural light pours in from the backyard and a sliding glass door opening to the large covered patio offers the ultimate in indoor-outdoor living and entertaining.
The primary bedroom suite is tucked away at the back of the house with windows overlooking the side and back yards. A private en suite bathroom and plenty of closet space make this spacious primary bedroom suite a true retreat. A serene French blue wall paint, crown molding, and an upgraded ceiling fan fixture are just a few of the tasteful upgrades you will find in this lovingly maintained family home.
The primary bedroom's en suite bath features a walk-in shower with floor-to-ceiling tile and a built-in shower bench. Neutral colors, undermount sink, and tile wainscoting make clean-up a breeze in this light and bright private bathroom retreat.
The largest of three secondary bedrooms overlooks the front and side yards, allowing plenty of natural light to make this a cheery and spacious guest retreat. Crown molding, upgraded ceiling fan, neutral paint and lush carpeting reveal the tender loving care with which the current owners have maintained this gem of a property.
The second of three secondary bedrooms overlooks the stunning backyard and features crown molding, ceiling fan, and a sky blue color palette.
The last of three secondary bedrooms overlooks the front yard and is currently used as a home gym. If a fourth bedroom is not needed, this room, located off the entry hall, would be an ideal conversion into an open home office or playroom.
The secondary bathroom off the hallway offers abundant countertop space and storage. A sliding glass shower door encloses a tub/shower combo, and an undermount sink and tile wainscoting make this neutral and bright bath easy to keep spic and span clean for guests.
Upon leaving the bedroom hall, the family room (not shown here) is straight ahead and a right through the entry hall leads back into the sunlit and spacious formal living room.
One last look through the entry foyer highlights the enlarged floorplan in the formals and the wall of windows overlooking the front gardens. Lush and immaculate neutral carpeting throughout the home creates a warm and comfortable ambience. Welcome home!
The long driveway widens into a double-wide parking space off the backyard in front of the two-car garage, offering plenty of room for family and friends to park and play. Mature trees offer shade and beauty in both front and back. This prime block of Maplewood that has NEVER FLOODED also features wide streets with sidewalks, curbs and gutters.
A birds-eye aerial view directly over the property highlights the expansive grounds, gigantic pool (nearly half the size of this four-bedroom home!), and the established landscaping and mature trees surrounding the property and the well-manicured neighboring properties.
Note the close proximity and easy commute without needing any freeways to the Galleria, Houston's premier shopping and business district and long considered by native Houstonians to be the center of town. 
Zoned to highly-ranked Bellaire-area schools at every level - Lovett Elementary, Pershing Middle School, and Bellaire High School - and just a short drive to the Texas Medical Center and Reliant Stadium (home to the Houston Texans and the Houston Rodeo), this home is truly the opportunity of a lifetime and the definitive example of real estate's most fundamental rule: Location, Location, Location!
Just a short drive takes you to one of Houston's largest parks, the Willow Water Hole, which offers abundant walking and biking trails, diverse wildlife and bird-watching, a fishing pier, outdoor ampitheatre for concerts and events, and a community ceter. Immensely expanded recently after a large acquisition by the City of Houston, this flood control district doubles as one of the prettiest outdoor recreation areas in the city.
There is no reason to ever leave your neighborhood for shopping and restaurants, with Maplewood benefitting from its close proximity to highly acclaimed restaurants and shops in the Meyerland area and City of Bellaire (which begins just one block away). Plenty of eateries and shopping opportunities are just around the corner, creating the feeling of living in a small town without giving up the conveniences, business, and arts opportunities that close proximity to Downtown Houston offers.
In keeping with the low-density, established neighborhoods surrounding Maplewood, the shady and spacious golf course at the Braeburn Country Club, together with its tennis courts and social offerings, is located just a short drive from the residence.
Zoned to exemplary Bellaire-area schools such as the coveted Bellaire High School, a short 3-minute drive from the property, the location of this home is one Houston's premier spots to raise a family. With school zoning equating to at least a $100,000 pricing differential in housing in Houston, the only large city in the United States without zoning, even those without school-age children benefit from the stable appreciation ensured by zoning to sought-after public schools.Don't miss this rare opportunity to claim your family's stake in a gorgeous oversized lot with POOL and SPA on one of the most coveted blocks of Maplewood. This tastefully updated original mid-century modern masterpiece is nestled on a charming oak-tree lined street and the residence features four bedrooms, two full baths, in-home utility room, and large living and dining areas ideal for entertaining family and friends. The huge backyard is a nature lover's oasis – relax and unwind on your expansive covered patio, cool down inside your lagoon-sized pool as you enjoy the serene sounds of your private stone waterfall, and massage away aches&pains in your personal spa. The sellers have impeccably maintained and updated the home over the years, keeping with the original architectural beauty. With easy access to Galleria, Medical Center and Downtown and zoned to exemplary Bellaire-area schools, this home is truly a Houstonian's opportunity of a lifetime.
| District: | Houston |
| Elementary School: | Lovett Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Pershing Middle School  Good | |
| High School: | Bellaire High School Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $194.36 | $431,876 | 10.17% | $431,200 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $176.42 | $392,000 | 1.47% | $392,000 | 1.47% |
| 2021 | $173.86 | $386,327 | 6.73% | $386,327 | 6.73% |
| 2020 | $162.90 | $361,961 | 1.11% | $361,961 | 1.11% |
| 2019 | $161.12 | $358,000 | 3.77% | $358,000 | 3.77% |
| 2018 | $155.27 | $345,000 | -2.85% | $345,000 | -2.85% |
| 2017 | $159.83 | $355,134 | 0.00% | $355,134 | 1.42% |
| 2016 | $159.83 | $355,134 | -4.02% | $350,158 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $166.52 | $370,000 | 17.46% | $318,326 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $141.76 | $315,000 | 19.74% | $289,388 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $118.40 | $263,080 | -5.37% | $263,080 | -5.37% |
| 2012 | $125.11 | $277,995 | $277,995 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $303,200 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $128,676 |
| Total Market Value: | $431,876 |
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 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.0148 % |
