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Edward Vivanco
Entering the East Penthouse you will have sweeping views north across the greenery of River Oaks, east to the magnificent downtown skyline, and south towards the Medical Center. 
The warm aged pine floors contrast beutifully with the travertine in the main living areas.
The living room has views in every direction and allows for plenty of seating. The archtectural room divider between the living areas displays a sculpture to add interest. The balcony is on the right.
This liiving room perspective shows the lighted display shelves and the opening to the wet bar, which can also be accessed from the media room/library. Beyond the plant is access to the balcony, one of three in the penthouse.
The dining room is adjacent to the kitchen, and can accomodate many table styles and sizes. 
Magnificent views, day and night while dining. Note the gently arched windows and art lighting.
Looking back through to the living area from the dining room.
On the back side of the room divider is additional lighted shelf space.
The kitchen is spacious, sleek and functional with a triple sink, freezer drawers, double oven Wolf range with griddle and grill, under counter microwave with a tilt up control panel and lots ofcabinets and drawers. Beyond the stove is a balcony, a spectacular spot for morning coffee.
The slab marble island provides ample working and serving space. The walk in pantry can be closed off if desired.
The built-in full size wine chiller is conveniently located just inside the pantry.
The pantry is enviable with lots of space and easy access. Unseen are storage cabinets. There is even room for an extra regrigerator or freezer.
A view from the kitchen looking back to the entry and down the hall on the right to a guest room with private bath, a laundry room and cozy home office.
The home office has antique barn doors hiding a computer desk and closet. It can be closed off for compelete privacy. This room could also be used for storage if desired. 
There is a full size laundry room with sink, counter and hanging space. There is also room for brooms and tall items.
Technically the third bedroom, the media room/library has shutters for darkening ability if desired. Walls of book/display shelves are at either end. The shelves in the photo swing out to give access to the serving area of the wet bar. The guest room with private bath is well located away from this room and the primary suite.
Accessed from the media room, the bar is well equipped with a sink, storage and mini fridge. A close by cabinet holds lots of glassware.
A lovely secondary bath with a pocket door to the WC and an amazing steam room shown in the next photo.
Look at this great steam room with shower.
The primary bedroom is very spacious. The thrid balcony runds along the windows and looks down into the green space and pool area below.
On the opposite side of the room is a wall of cabinets and shelves with a hidden door to a coffee bar with mini fridge and sink as well as lots more storage and an additional washer/dryer.
The luxurious marble bathroom has a large walk-in shower and an ultra-deep infinity tub with chromotherapy (colored lights) and effervescence ports which produce thousands of soothing champagne like relaxing bubbles. There is wonderful storage with a vanity area at each end.
One of the vanities and a built-in dressing table. The WC is across the hall for privacy.
This very large closet has many shelves and drawers as well as long and short hanging space. The mirror swings out to provide a three way view.
A portion of a second closet with lots of hanging space and a built-in dresser. There are rolling shoe racks and slats for ties and slacks.
The perspective from the kitchen balcony. PH-E offers a comfoable, private lifestyle in one of Houston's most popular dining and shopping areas. 
The spectacular nigntime view from the balcony off the living room. 
The lobby provides a comfortable waiting area and the concierge booth.
The patio off the main lobby overlooks the two acre "back yard".
The green space viewed from above.
The pool is a welcome respite on a hot day or to do your laps.
The cabana at the pool has a grill and is perfect for relaxing and entertaining.
The exercise room in the lower level is well equipped for keeping in shape.
The building and grounds are totally gated for security, peace and quiet.On a 3 acre lot in the heart of Upper Kirby is the iconic and historic Regency House.Architect Carlos Jimenez designed the PH-E remodel. Gently arched windows offer sweeping views of River Oaks, Downtown and the Medical Center. Aged pine and travertine floors. Balconies off kitchen, living room and bedroom.Expansive living areas. Chef's kitchen and walk in pantry with full size wine chiller. Secluded home office. Large utility room with sink and hanging space. Primary bedroom suite has two walk-ins, hidden coffee bar and second laundry area. Ultra deep infinity tub features chromotherapy lights and effervescence ports. Another bath has a large steam room with shower. The third bedroom is currently a media room/library and has access to the wet bar. Wired for speakers in all rooms.Incomparable storage.All utilities are included: electric, gas, water, cable and internet. Recently equipped gym and a 2 acre pet friendly "back yard" with pool, cabana and outdoor cooking. All info per seller
| District: | Houston ISD |
| Elementary School: | Poe 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 | $464.60 | $1,650,736 | 22.28% | $1,485,000 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $379.96 | $1,350,000 | 0.00% | $1,350,000 | 0.00% |
| 2021 | $379.96 | $1,350,000 | 0.00% | $1,350,000 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | $379.96 | $1,350,000 | 0.00% | $1,350,000 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | $379.96 | $1,350,000 | -16.43% | $1,350,000 | -11.80% |
| 2018 | $454.69 | $1,615,500 | 0.00% | $1,530,632 | 10.00% |
| 2017 | $454.69 | $1,615,500 | 69.05% | $1,391,484 | 45.61% |
| 2016 | $268.96 | $955,611 | 133.08% | $955,611 | 133.08% |
| 2012 | $115.40 | $410,000 | $410,000 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $150,636 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $1,500,100 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,650,736 |
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 % |
