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Edward Vivanco
Tucked behind discreet gates and lush landscaping sits this beauty in the heart of River Oaks.
The exterior strikes the perfect balance of sophistication and warmth with its tasteful blend of stucco, honed marble and stone with gorgeous double mahogany doors gracing the entry.
The grand foyer welcomes you with beautiful travertine floors, stunning curved stairway with wrought iron banister and a beautiful tray ceiling that hosts a striking chandelier.
The beautiful paneled study provides a cozy retreat complete with stone fireplace and view of the stone fountain and garden. But if work is calling there is a full size desk tucked behind folding doors.
The coffered ceiling in the study is also a perfect space for intimate entertaining or curling up with a book selected from the many that could don the custom bookshelves.
Formal entertaining is a breeze in the spacious and elegant dining room. The grass cloth walls, custom drapery and shades and spectacular crystal chandelier set the stage for an elegant affair.
Service to the dining room from the kitchen is easy from the adjoining butler's pantry.
With dual Miele dishwashers, dual sinks and Wolf double ovens, cooking and cleaning up will be a cinch.
The large open kitchen with Wolf range, pot filler and prep sink will bring out your inner chef!
The kitchen boasts beautiful granite countertops and a large island and breakfast bar with built in microwave. 
The gracious iron and copper vent hood, coupled with the rich wood of the ceiling beams brings a warmth to the kitchen and breakfast room.
The open kitchen is replete with storage and beautiful cabinetry!
The spacious breakfast room adjoins the family room.
The family room offers all you need for a quiet day with the family or an evening entertaining friends. A beautiful fireplace, easy access to the grounds and a walk in wet bar. 
The family room is off the kitchen and with it's rich wood coffered ceilings, hardwood floors and warm mahogany doors offers an inviting space for family and friends. With beautiful views of the grounds and lots of natural light it's a great spot to gather.
Lighted cabinets, copper sink and faucet, an icemaker as well as room for all your favorite beverages makes this the perfect bar space for entertaining. Ideally located between the family room and kitchen with access to the grand foyer you and your guests will have ease of access.
If a wine enthusiast is in your life, this climate controlled wine room may be their favorite spot in the house!
This room with a stunning view of the grounds, offers flexibility; perfect for an office or beautifully suited for a more formal living area!
Located off grand foyer, the smartly placed half bath is perfect for guests and boasts a port hole window looking to the front yard. The classic grass cloth paper and modern fixtures together with the travertine floors maintain the home's classic but modern vibe. 
The beautifully paneled elevator has been ideally placed off the grand foyer and by the kitchen to allow for ease of access while being discreet.
Once you've ascended the beautifully winding staircase, you will be on the second floor landing where you can appreciate the the magnificent chandelier holding court over the grand foyer as well as the artistry of the wrought iron banister. 
The fabulous primary suite has everything you could want, starting with the cozy but spacious sitting area with beautiful four light double doors leading to your private balcony. 
The primary suite is a true retreat with beautiful tray ceiling, hardwood floors and expansive windows overlooking the stunning grounds and pool. 
With your own fireplace, with built ins, you may never want to leave the primary suite!
The spa like primary bath boasts a whirlpool tub and large shower with frameless glass door and bench.
There's loads of natural light streaming into the primary bath that is outfitted with dual vanities and an abundance of storage.
There are two spacious walk in closets with built ins so no one has to share!
Just off the second floor landing is this spacious first of four secondary bedrooms. With its Juliet balcony overlooking the beautiful front grounds as well as two side windows, it has plenty of natural light.
En suite, the secondary bedroom's bath also hosts a walk in closet.
The second spacious secondary bedroom with beautiful hardwoods.
The ensuite bath for the second secondary bedroom is roomy with a charming arched window for natural light. 
The secondary bedroom which adjoins the second upstairs living area. 
The spacious guest room bath has a shower and tub.
Conveniently located off the landing on the second floor, but also tucked away up a few steps, sits the ideal guest room with a beautiful view of the pool and grounds!
The bathroom with tub and shower that adjoins the second living area and bedroom.
Another view of the large secondary bedroom that sits adjacent to the second upstairs living area and is graciously appointed with beautiful hardwood floors, ceiling beams, a cozy window seat and sconce lighting.
This bathroom serves the second guest bedroom and second upstairs living area and is both roomy and cozy with beautiful touches including sconce lighting and arched ceilings. 
Perfectly placed just down the hall from the secondary bedrooms as well up from the kitchen via the back staircase, sits the upstairs den. It is also adjacent to the laundry room.
Located on the second floor at the back of the house with easy access to the back stairway, this area can shift with your needs. Whether you require a second upstairs den/playroom, a guest suite or quarters, this area can accommodate. This space has a wet bar with sink, refrigerator and cabinets and double doors that open to a Juliette balcony overlooking the property's magnificent pool. Adjoinng this room is a bathroom and bedroom.
The spacious laundry room sits adjacent to the upstairs den with easy access to the back stairway and all the bedrooms.
Exercise room attached to the garage with abundant build-in storage.
A twilight view of the grounds from the patio off the office/formal living.
The grounds of this home are both spectacular and inviting, offering both open spaces and the cool respite of covered ones.
The gorgeous loggia with summer kitchen and outdoor fireplace can be enjoyed year round!
The exquisite grounds of the backyard.
Whether you are training, sunbathing or playing water polo this pool and hot tub are sure to please!
A beautiful pool suitable for swimming laps or lounging on a float! 
The sizable hot tub and water feature offers true relaxation!
This breathtaking view beautifully displays the lush oasis this home sits among while just minutes from the heart of the city!
While green spaces abound at this property, there is also plenty of room to accommodate visitors within the gated grounds, including this generous circle drive. Stately sophistication meets countryside warmth in this striking original in the heart of River Oaks! Privately situated behind discreet gates with beautiful landscaping sits this exceptional home. The grand foyer, formal dining, wet bar and wine room make entertaining a breeze, but for a quiet night at home simply curl up by the fireplace in the richly paneled study or dine al fresco in the summer kitchen overlooking the pool and stunning yard! This home boasts spaces to accommodate everyone. For the cook there's the large open kitchen with all your inner chef desires. For friends and family there are 2 game rooms including one adjacent to a secondary bedroom and easily utilized as a guest suite or quarters. The generous primary suite with fireplace offers an adjoining sitting area with balcony and a spa like en suite bath that will truly...take you away! And just when you think there couldn't be more, there's a bonus room next to the garage for the fitness buff or hobbyist in you!
| District: | Houston ISD |
| Elementary School: | River Oaks Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Lanier Middle School Excellent | |
| High School: | Lamar High School  Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $651.51 | $5,650,531 | 2.26% | $5,650,531 | 4.02% |
| 2022 | $637.11 | $5,525,644 | 11.90% | $5,431,905 | 10.00% |
| 2021 | $569.36 | $4,938,096 | 0.31% | $4,938,096 | 0.31% |
| 2020 | $567.62 | $4,922,953 | 0.44% | $4,922,953 | 0.44% |
| 2019 | $565.13 | $4,901,369 | 1.67% | $4,901,369 | 1.67% |
| 2018 | $555.87 | $4,821,059 | 0.00% | $4,821,059 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $555.87 | $4,821,059 | -3.01% | $4,821,059 | -3.01% |
| 2016 | $573.15 | $4,970,904 | 0.00% | $4,970,904 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | $573.15 | $4,970,904 | 33.74% | $4,970,904 | 67.37% |
| 2014 | $428.57 | $3,716,961 | 37.67% | $2,970,000 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $311.31 | $2,700,000 | -5.40% | $2,700,000 | -5.40% |
| 2012 | $329.07 | $2,854,000 | $2,854,000 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $2,289,600 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $3,360,931 |
| Total Market Value: | $5,650,531 |
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 % |
