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Kristin Stevens
Stunningly elegant River Oaks area garden home built by William Carl, Jr., and designed by Lucian Hood, further enhanced by an extensive '21-'23 refreshing per seller. (See MLS Attachment tab for a complete list of seller updates) Positioned in the back of a desirable gated enclave of 5 luxury homes, serenity envelopes as one enters the mature tree-canopied bricked motor court with lush landscaping and is greeted by this striking home. 
The stately exterior of this beautiful home is accented with two glass paned entry doors flanked by gas lanterns and a brick paved step up entry. 
Enter to an impressive galley foyer with views of the stunning light-filled and well proportioned formals.
Recent upgrades* to this lovely entry include custom shutters, three French antique lanterns, Jeldwen double paned extra thick windows, and custom seagrass runners. *per seller
This is the view of the formal living room taken from the galley foyer. Note the exquisite French chandelier, custom shutters and custom TV cabinet above the gas fireplace. 
Natural light floods this generously sized formal living room from two floor-length extra wide windows. The beautiful hardwood flooring provides seamless flow and continuity throughout the ground floor. The molding encased opening in the background of this photo leads to the formal dining room. 
The graceful and easy entertaining flow delights guests as one moves from the galley foyer through the formal living room, formal dining room, back to the kitchen and family rooms. 
This view of the formal living room is from the formal dining room. The entry door is to the right through the galley foyer. 
Oh to be a guest at this formal dining room table! Note the lighted tray ceiling treatment, custom shutters, hardwood flooring, recessed lights and center stage: the antique chandelier. 
Another view of the formal dining room accentuating the entertaining flow from the foyer and formal living room. 
The butler scullery style entry into the kitchen from the formal dining room affords wonderful presentation space for the cook's specialties on top of the gleaming Quartzite countertop. Servicing pieces are efficiently housed in the spacious drawer space. 
Efficient for preparation but gloriously presented, this kitchen is pure luxury. A 48" True glass fronted refrigerator is accented against Pierre Frey wallpaper. A French style chandelier holds centerstage above a custom island with honed marble countertop.
And presenting the queen of the kitchen: La Cornue range with a Faber Ventahood with a custom hood surround accented by a Paris sourced antique gold trim and custom gold pot rack.
This view of the kitchen highlights the multitude of custom cabinets with antique hardware, Fireclay farm sink with a Waterstone unlaquered brass faucet and KitchenAid dishwasher and ice maker. The adjoining keeping room/breakfast area invites guests to comfortably visit with the cook as dinner is prepared while enjoying the gorgeous outdoor patio and gardens.
The kitchen renovation included adding three new Jeldwen double paned extra thick windows, the addition of two pantries with custom shelving, refinishing and adding hardwood flooring, and adding four sconces from Joyce Horn Antiques. 
The keeping/breakfast room is highlighted with the same Pierre Frey wallpaper as the kitchen. French doors lead out to the brick paved patio and side yard.
The pleasant family room is at the back of the home and connects to the keeping/breakfast room and kitchen. The beautifully reworked and painted paneling highlights the antique Italian chandelier and showcases the fireplace and custom shelving. This room enjoys access to the front garden through glass paned doors as well as access to the garage.
This view from the family room looks down toward the galley foyer on the left. The door in the back right leads to the garage.
Current sellers completely remodeled this quaint wet bar. Highlights include Scalamandre wallpaper, Waterstone faucet with new sink, quartzite countertop, under-counter refrigerator, and a stunning French antique chandelier.
This view of the galley foyer taken from the back family room highlights the wood staircase to the second floor, antique lantern lighting and custom seagrass floor runners. The open door to the right leads into the powder room.
The all stop elevator leads to the second and third floors.
The powder bath wows in presentation with a French style mirror, Blue/White porcelain vessel style sink and Waterstone faucet, sitting atop a Quartzite countertop. 
The second floor generously sized primary suite was recently refreshed as well. Four new double paned and extra thick Jeldwen windows were added, along with custom blackout shutters with French hardware. 
Another view of the primary suite. The open double doors lead to one of the two ensuite full baths. 
This view of the primary suite shows the entry to the second full ensuite bath.
This is just one of the primary ensuite baths. Glass paned French doors provide a beautiful view of the tree canopied entry drive. A soaking tub with handheld faucet, marble countertop vanity and tremendous custom closet and drawer space are highlights of this personal space.
Another view of the vanity space with new sink, marble countertop and Restoration Hardware faucets * per seller
The second ensuite primary bath has ample drawer and storage space, marble floor tile, marble countertop, and a small refrigerator for morning or evening refreshments.
This is the other side of the second primary ensuite bath. This photo highlights the open walled walk-in shower.
This secondary bedroom is located on the second floor and enjoys an ensuite bath, custom blackout shutters with French hardware, new Jeldwen windows* and custom seagrass carpeting. *per seller
Bedroom three on the second floor offers another private guest retreat space with ensuite bath. New Jeldwen windows, custom blackout shutters with French hardware, seagrass carpeting, and decorative chandelier make this room elegantly comfortable. 
This is the ensuite bathroom of bedroom three. Seller renovation included a new sink, Restoration Hardware faucet, and Quartzite countertop.
Work is easier in such a pleasing space. The laundry room boasts a new tile floor, marble counter top, new sink, new faucet, antique cabinet hardware and LED canned lighting. 
Guest suite four on the third floor offers extreme privacy as the only room on that level in the house. This bedroom was remodeled as well - new Jeldwen window, custom seagrass carpeting and black out draperies are just a few of the highlights.
The ensuite bath for bedroom four was completely remodeled and includes a new tub with subway tile surround, marble countertop, marble tile floor, new sink, Restoration Hardware faucets, new framed mirror, and new cabinet knobs. 
Unique to this property's style footprint is a wrap-around bricked patio viewed from every room on the ground floor. 
This view of the back patio highlights the glass paned door that leads into the keeping/breakfast room. 
Such a lovely space for alfresco dining or entertaining. Not many garden homes offer such a generous sized outdoor footprint. 
Another view of the front patio space. 
This wrap-a-round patio envelopes the ground floor perimeter of this beautiful home. 
The side yard leading from the back to the front patio. 
Welcome home to 19 E. Briar Hollow. Such a lovely secluded location! You'll never realize you're in the heart of the city. Stunningly elegant River Oaks area garden home built by Wm Carl & designed by Lucian Hood; further enhanced by an extensive ’21-’22 refreshing per seller. Positioned in the back of a desirable gated enclave of 5 luxury homes, serenity envelopes as one enters the mature tree-canopied motor court w/ lush landscaping and is greeted by this striking home. Enter to an impressive galley foyer with views of the stunning light-filled formals. First floor entertaining continues in the awe-inspiring family rm w/ adjacent wet bar, ravishing kitchen w/ built-in True fridge & LaCornue CornuFe range & adjoining keeping room. Unique to this property’s style footprint is a wrap-around bricked patio, viewed from every room on ground floor. All-stop elevator accesses the 2nd flr primary & secondary ensuite bdrms & laundry, as well as 3rd flr ensuite bdrm. Primary suite boasts two luxurious baths w/ room size closets. Exceptionally well-appointed home w/ full house Kohler generator. Won’t disappoint!
| District: | Houston ISD |
| Elementary School: | School At St George Place   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Lanier Middle School Excellent | |
| High School: | Lamar High School  Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $230.26 | $1,106,846 | 3.52% | $1,106,846 | 3.52% |
| 2022 | $222.42 | $1,069,166 | 3.00% | $1,069,166 | 3.00% |
| 2021 | $215.95 | $1,038,054 | 6.83% | $1,038,054 | 6.83% |
| 2020 | $202.14 | $971,710 | 2.61% | $971,710 | 2.61% |
| 2019 | $197.00 | $947,000 | 6.22% | $947,000 | 6.22% |
| 2018 | $185.47 | $891,546 | -3.74% | $891,546 | -3.74% |
| 2017 | $192.68 | $926,200 | -0.41% | $926,200 | -0.41% |
| 2016 | $193.47 | $930,000 | 4.49% | $930,000 | 4.49% |
| 2015 | $185.15 | $890,000 | 0.00% | $890,000 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | $185.15 | $890,000 | 7.88% | $890,000 | 7.88% |
| 2013 | $171.62 | $825,000 | 0.00% | $825,000 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | $171.62 | $825,000 | $825,000 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $319,050 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $787,796 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,106,846 |
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 % |
