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Edward Vivanco
Welcome to 135 Whipple, a classically beautiful four bedroom home on a quiet, horse-shoe street in the heart of Bellaire. 
No waiting a year or spending 100k for a pool! Move in and enjoy your own backyard oasis right away. Heated for year round use. Pool equipment including pool heater, two water pumps and water filtration tank replaced in 2017-2018.
Welcoming covered porch. Handy to keep deliveries dry. Note the double garage has a mini split AC and is insulated so it can be temperature controlled and used as a workshop or gym year round. 
ENTRY. Upon entering the home, it's immediately apparent how this is no ordinary home. The most beautiful updates have been done in the last few years including brand new, white oak hardwoods (stained expresso) installed in 2017.
FORMAL LIVING. Tastefully and luxuriously designed with soft grey hues contrasting with the expresso stained, white oak hardwood floors with pops of pattern and color. The current owners used to use this room as a downstairs play area and double doors can be installed. You could also convert this to a study. 
Showing the connection to the dining area where the grey and cream color palette continues for a lovely design consistency throughout the entire first floor.
Note the plantation shutters in most rooms.
DINING. Ideal for larger family dinners and having guests over, the dining area is both spacious but has a cozy, intimate feel for those evening gatherings where the conversation can last long into an evening. 
The dining area can easily accommodate an 8 seater table.
FAMILY ROOM. The back of the home opens out into the family room, which, with it's wall of windows along the entire back length of the home, enjoys wonderful and abundant natural light. Fling open the patio doors for easy pool terrace access. 
POWDER ROOM. Tucked under the stairs, away from main living areas for privacy.
Enjoy a surround sound system installed in 2017 which includes 4 speakers and sub woofer in the family room and 8 speakers in formal living room, dining room, kitchen and backyard. A $15,000 system.
Note the connection between the family room and breakfast area. Even on a cloudy day, this room is bright and airy.
BREAKFAST AREA. Imagine having breakfast here with the doors open out onto the pool deck.
Note the size of the table. Many homes can only fit a small table in the breakfast area. This area can easily work with a 6 seater table so you could use the formal dining for another purpose - a home office perhaps. 
KITCHEN. Remodeled in 2017 with quartz countertops complimenting the white cabinetry and Kitchen Aid stainless appliances. Fridge and dishwasher new in 2017.
The kitchen layout is ideal for chatting to family and guests in the breakfast area and also those who spill outside onto the patio.
Kitchen Aid appliances.
PRIMARY SUITE. A true sanctuary with pool views, the primary suite is a generous space which can also accommodate a desk, sitting or Peloton area. Built in, custom cabinetry was added by the current owners.
PRIMARY BATHROOM. Striking and bold, the primary bathroom features a large soaking tub, stand alone shower, double vanities and two closets.
BEDROOM ONE. 135 Whipple has unusually large secondary bedrooms. Shown here with the three beds. Painted in 2023.
BATHROOM TWO. Bedrooms two and three share a Jack and Jill bathroom with each bedroom having it's own, private vanity area and closet. Painted in 2023.
BEDROOM THREE. Again, the large size of the secondary bedrooms is shown by having these two queen beds in this room and you can still see ample space around them. Walk in closet. Painted in 2023.
BATHROOM THREE. Has it's own private bathroom with tub/shower combo. Painted in 2023.
BEDROOM FOUR. Is currently used as a home office and is located at the front of the home with tree top views. Painted in 2023.
FLEX SPACE/GAME AREA. Anchoring the bedrooms is this bonus extra space which can be used by anyone who would rather watch something different on TV or perhaps there are guests downstairs and the kids can be up here watching a movie.
OUTDOOR KITCHEN. Another upgrade to the home in 2017 with many BBQ's and family gatherings enjoyed out here on the pool deck. The pool can be fenced off for safety.
HEATED POOL. Perfect for summer fun and large enough to be properly enjoyed and not just a small cocktail pool to sit in.
The pool runs along the back of the home but there is still plenty yard space for play, table or chairs. Could easily be astro turfed if you'd prefer more green space. 
Prefer a splash park or putting in some serious lengths at the pool? Bellaire has its own Recreation Center and neighborhood pools.
Bellaire is it's own City which means residents enjoy their own police and fire department plus City Council. The neighborhood offers many parks and recreation opportunities.
Bellaire has some popular walking trails including the Newcastle Hike and Bike Trail.
Bellaire's very own HEB!
Bellaire Town Center offers restaurants, cafes, stores and exercise options.
135 Whipple is a wonderful street where the neighbors say hello. It's easy to walk to local parks and school from here and quick access onto 610 or if heading to the Galleria.
Welcome Home!Welcome to 135 Whipple, a classically beautiful brick home on a horse-shoe, tree lined street in the heart of Bellaire. This home offers the best of indoor and outdoor living with an abundance of upgrades including all new hardwoods throughout the first floor (2017). With a wall of windows along the rear of the home, the family room has amazing natural light and is anchored by a fireplace for cozy winter nights. The updated kitchen is the heart of the home where family gather featuring stainless appliances and quartz countertops (2017). A breakfast area connects to a covered patio and outdoor kitchen area via glass patio doors. The brick paver back yard is large enough for outdoor dining, lounging and soft seating with an inviting, heated pool for endless summer fun. Four bedrooms up with the primary suite offering a study area and custom closets. The secondary bedrooms are unusually spacious. Walkable to schools and parks, the location is fantastic! Per seller.
| District: | Houston ISD |
| 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 | $248.38 | $920,000 | 10.84% | $913,000 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $224.08 | $830,000 | 1.90% | $830,000 | 1.90% |
| 2021 | $219.90 | $814,503 | -0.74% | $814,503 | -0.74% |
| 2020 | $221.54 | $820,579 | 8.69% | $820,579 | 8.69% |
| 2019 | $203.83 | $755,000 | 6.34% | $755,000 | 6.34% |
| 2018 | $191.68 | $710,000 | -11.66% | $710,000 | -11.66% |
| 2017 | $216.99 | $803,714 | -8.15% | $803,714 | -7.10% |
| 2016 | $236.23 | $875,000 | 0.00% | $865,150 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $236.23 | $875,000 | 22.38% | $786,500 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $193.03 | $715,000 | 10.74% | $715,000 | 10.74% |
| 2013 | $174.32 | $645,667 | 3.39% | $645,667 | 3.39% |
| 2012 | $168.60 | $624,487 | $624,487 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $392,648 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $527,352 |
| Total Market Value: | $920,000 |
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 % |
