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Edward Vivanco
This gorgeous French style home with circle driveway located in the heart of Bellaire has great curb appeal and impressive updates throughout!
Welcome home to 5117 Pocahontas St!
Walk up the stone pathway surrounded in lush and vibrant landscaping to the stone entry with gas lantern lighting. 
Stepping into the formal entryway you immediately notice the impressive woodwork that is throughout the home and beautiful inlay marble flooring.
This grand wooden staircase features handmade railings, posts and balusters! Truly incredible craftsmanship!
To the left of the entryway is the formal dining room with hardwood floors, large windows, mid-wall wainscoting panels and a lovely ornately designed ceiling. 
The butler's pantry with granite counters has plenty of storage underneath and glass front cabinetry on top for displaying your collectable pieces. Straight ahead is a glimpse into the wine room. 
Just off the formal dining room is this fantastic wine room with climate control and a full wall of bottle storage.
Extra wine storage lines both sides of the lovey etched glass door to the wine room. Check out the gorgeous stained glass window! 
The large den affords a comfortable interior with expansive spaces and a wall of windows and French doors allowing plenty of natural light in and also great for outdoor entertaining. A gas log fireplace is the focal point of the room with floor to ceiling stonework.
Conveniently located just off the kitchen and with wood beamed ceiling, hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and stylish ceiling fan this room is an oasis of comfort. 
Impressive wood work continues into the handsome first floor game room with coffered ceiling, glass front built in cabinetry, gas log fireplace and 2 sets of French doors leading out to the outdoor space.
Alternate perspective of the game room showcasing the gas log fireplace with beautifully designed wood mantle surround and the 2 sets of double doors that lead into the other living areas.
Just off the game room is the formal living room with gorgeous dark crown molding and gas log fire place with wood mantle surround. Large windows fill the room with natural light. 
A stylish half bath services the first floor living areas. 
With large windows, crown molding and beautiful stone flooring this spacious breakfast room is a great place to enjoy the morning sunlight and drink your coffee. 
With design features taken from La Madeleine, this French inspired kitchen has a stunning wood beam ceiling, stone tile flooring, a breakfast bar and double Subzero refrigerator/freezers.
The large breakfast bar features glass front cabinetry on both ends to display collectables.
The chef's kitchen features a Thermador professional range with double ovens, 4 gas burners and a large griddle under a Viking vent. 
The grand staircase is accented by this breathtaking stained glass window at the front of the home.
The primary suite with recessed tray ceiling and light color palette is a relaxing oasis with its' own seating area, office space and luxurious ensuite bath.
As you first step into the the expansive primary suite you enter into this spacious seating area, fully equipped with a wet bar including a small refrigerator.
This fantastic dressing room, featuring built in drawers and vanity space is conveniently located between the large walk in closet and the primary bath.
Alternate perspective of the dressing room looking into the oversized closet. 
Primary bath features double sink vanities with extra counter space and uniquely framed mirrors, adding grace and style to the room. 
Filled with natural light this extraordinary primary bath features a luxurious jetted soaking tub for the ultimate in relaxation.
Beside the tub alcove is a separate standing shower with dual heads and glass door.
Pass through the seating area in the primary suite to find the home office/study with built in cabinetry, shelves and desk area. 
The media room is located on the second floor and features a tray ceiling with recessed lighting as well as a steampunk inspired ceiling fan with light, elevated seating and built in cabinetry.
Underneath the elevated seating are extra large pull out drawers allowing for extra storage. 
This secondary bedroom with a light and airy color palette features bright windows, crown molding, ceiling fan with light and a full bath.
This secondary bedroom is filled with natural light and features crown molding, ceiling fan with light, walk in closet, a full bath and great views into the front yard. 
Full bath is ensuite to secondary bedroom with a walk in shower and built in drawers and shelving. 
Secondary bedroom with crown molding, ceiling fan with light, walk in closet and full ensuite bath. 
Ensuite full bath features a tub/shower combination. 
Proceed up to the 3rd floor to find this tranquil and spacious bedroom with full bath and an extra storage room.
Alternate view of the 3rd floor bedroom looking toward the stairs. The room also has multiple attic accesses to provide even more storage options.
The unique floor plan of the 3rd floor provides for this extra seating area, also great for relaxing or studying while taking in views of the font yard and neighborhood. 
The 3rd floor bedroom is equipped with a full bath with a tub/shower combination. 
Above the detached garage is an extra flex room or garage apartment with kitchenette and full bath. 
Alternate perspective of the garage apartment. 
The full bath in the garage apartment equipped with a tub/shower combination.
Retreat to the backyard on the hot summer days to enjoy the sparkling pool with waterfall feature and spa. 
With room for seating or grilling out there is plenty of room for entertaining around the pool this summer. 
Houston summers are a blast with pools like this! 
With 4 sets of double doors the home transitions easily from interior to outdoor living. 
The 2 car detached garage has a large covered walkway to enter the home near the kitchen. Parking pad has plenty of room for parking and note the full house generator on the side! 
Enjoy the City of Bellaire amenities including Police and Fire departments, it is zoned to Condit Elementary and the newly rebuilt Bellaire High School. Easy access to the Med Center, Galleria, Downtown, Greenway and the Westpark tollway.Gorgeous French style 5/6 bedroom 5.5 bath home in Bellaire designed for entertaining! First floor features a large living area w/ stone gaslog fireplace, wood beam ceiling & 3 sets of French doors that transition indoor to outdoor living flawlessly. The La Madeleine inspired chefs kitchen features wood beamed ceiling, large breakfast bar, double Subzero refrigerator/freezers, Thermador gas range & spacious breakfast room. A large butlers pantry leads to the climate controlled wine room then into the elegant formal dining. 1st floor is complete w/ large gameroom, formal living room & half bath. 2nd floor is the expansive primary suite w/ seating area, office & luxurious bath. 3 more bedrooms all ensuite to full baths and a great media room with elevated seating. The 3rd floor features a large 5th bedroom w/ seating area & full bath. A sparkling pool w/ waterfall & spa fill the back yard and the detached garage also boasts a garage apartment upstairs with full bath. Great Location!
| District: | Houston |
| Elementary School: | Condit 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 | $226.81 | $1,325,000 | -5.92% | $1,325,000 | -5.92% |
| 2022 | $241.08 | $1,408,394 | 5.23% | $1,408,394 | 5.23% |
| 2021 | $229.09 | $1,338,337 | 6.05% | $1,338,337 | 6.05% |
| 2020 | $216.02 | $1,261,971 | -5.11% | $1,261,971 | -5.11% |
| 2019 | $227.64 | $1,329,898 | -8.24% | $1,329,898 | -8.24% |
| 2018 | $248.07 | $1,449,250 | 0.00% | $1,449,250 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $248.07 | $1,449,250 | 0.00% | $1,449,250 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | $248.07 | $1,449,250 | 0.00% | $1,449,250 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | $248.07 | $1,449,250 | 14.39% | $1,449,250 | 14.39% |
| 2014 | $216.86 | $1,266,902 | 12.43% | $1,266,902 | 12.43% |
| 2013 | $192.89 | $1,126,886 | 3.47% | $1,126,886 | 3.47% |
| 2012 | $186.43 | $1,089,126 | $1,089,126 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $532,440 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $792,560 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,325,000 |
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 % |
| BELLAIRE CITY OF: | 0.4370 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 1.9326 % |
