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Edward Vivanco
Welcome to 112 WHIPPLE DR., a beautiful traditional home on a quiet horseshoe street in the heart of Bellaire! Notice the classic stucco exterior (that has recently been re-sealed), covered front porch and half porte cochere in front of the garage.
The BACK OF THE HOME is fenced and has gardens, towering crepe myrtles, a grassy area, and a patio and walkways covered in handsome flagstone.
The appealing FRONT ENTRY features lush landscaping and a curved walkway (that was recently re-tiled) leading to the covered front porch flanked by carriage lights.
This gracious FOYER has an etched glass and mahogany front door, gleaming hardwood floors, and high ceilings with ample lighting for your art collection. Notice the staircase with wrought iron railings and wide hardwood treads.
The LIVING ROOM or STUDY (13' X 12') has three large windows that frame the magnificent oak tree in the Front Yard. This room is separated from the Formal Dining Room by an arched opening flanked by graceful columns.
The FORMAL DINING ROOM (15' x 13') has ample space for large-scale furniture, a high ceiling with crown molding, an opaque glass chandelier and installed ceiling speakers. Notice the attractive recessed art niche in the hallway adjacent to the Dining Room.
The BUTLER'S PANTRY connects the Formal Dining Room with the Gourmet Kitchen. Notice the wide counter with a granite top and glass-tile backsplash that is perfect for serving buffet dinners. There are two very useful glass-fronted cabinets for displaying your favorite glassware, and the lower drawers and cabinets provide excellent storage. The cabinets to the left have deep shelving for storing large serving pieces, holiday dishes and occasionally used appliances.
This GOURMET KITCHEN (17' x 16') has it all! The sizable island has a gas cooktop with vent (both of which were newly installed) and a granite top, storage drawers for pots and pans, and a pullout to store trash cans. The tile flooring is laid on the diagonal, and the attractive bay windows fill this room with natural light and overlook the Back Patio.
This spacious GOURMET KITCHEN has a built-in work station with desk drawers and glass-fronted cabinets above, and a stainless appliance package that includes double convection ovens, a side-by-side refrigerator, a built-in microwave and a dishwasher to the right of the large kitchen sink.
The Kitchen Island has a generous overhang for bar stool seating and there is plenty of space for a BREAKFAST ROOM in the curve of the bay windows.
The GOURMET KITCHEN has an arched doorway connecting it to the spacious FAMILY ROOM. Notice the metal and glass light fixture over the Breakfast Room table and the recessed lighting.
The classically beautiful FAMILY ROOM (24' X 19') has oak hardwood flooring, a gas log fireplace with a cast stone mantel and surround with tile accents, and multiple tall picture windows that bathe this room in natural light.
A closer look at the GAS-LOG FIREPLACE in the Family Room. The door on the left opens to the charming back Patio. 
Also featured in the FAMILY ROOM is a wall of built-in cabinets with an arched top that echoes many other arched openings throughout this gracious home.
The wide wall in the FAMILY ROOM is a great location for a large screen TV and favorite pieces from your art collection.
This stylish "HUB" of the Home on the 1st Floor leads to the Foyer & Front Door, the Staircase to the 2nd Floor, the Garage, the Mud Room, the Family Room and the Powder Bath.
The 1st Floor POWDER BATH has travertine-tiled half walls, a pedestal sink and travertine flooring.
What a lovely STAIRCASE with its oak treads, wrought iron railings and generous landings! The landing halfway up the stairs overlooks the Butler's Pantry.
The PRIMARY BEDROOM (19' x 19') is enormous and filled with natural light. There is a delineated sitting area with two built-in bookcases (one on each end), a small private office with a built-in desk, an en suite bath and two customized walk-in closets. Notice the tray ceiling with fan, the recessed lighting, the expanse of plush neutral carpeting, and multiple windows.
The luxurious PRIMARY BATH has a jetted tub, two separate vanities, a walk-in shower with a bench, and neutrally tiled flooring.
The large WALK-IN SHOWER has a bench and a high narrow window that provides natural light.
This BUILT-IN DESK & WORK STATION is part of the Primary Suite and offers built-in desk space with storage drawers and divided light windows.
The spacious GAME ROOM (17' x 14') has hardwood flooring, a sizable window that frames the oak tree in the front yard, a surround sound system, and ample room for comfortable furniture and game tables.
This SECONDARY BEDROOM (14' X 13') has warmly painted walls, crown molding, neutral carpeting, a divided-light set of arched windows that face the Front Yard, and a ceiling fan with lights. This bedroom has two reach-in closets and it shares a full bathroom with another Secondary Bedroom.
This SHARED BATHROOM has a double vanity with two sinks, a wide cultured marble countertop, tile flooring and a private tub/shower.
Another SECONDARY BEDROOM (14' x 13') has neutral carpeting, neutrally-painted walls with crown molding, a fan with lights, and a walk-in closet. This bedroom shares a bathroom with the previous Secondary Bedroom.
The GUEST BEDROOM (13' x 12') has a window facing the Front Yard, a sizable walk-in closet and an en suite bathroom.
This FULL EN SUITE BATHROOM is part of the Guest Bedroom suite and it has access to a large walk-in closet (through the door on the right). Showcased are a tub/shower with a tile surround, tile flooring, and a wide vanity with a cultured marble top.
The CHARMING BACK PATIO is covered in flagstone and bricks line the lush flower beds. What a special GATHERING PLACE for family and friends!
SO SERENE & PEACEFUL!
The OVERSIZED 2-CAR GARAGE has built-in storage cabinets, a stained concrete floor, a small work bench and a niche with an outlet that can be used to plug in a second refrigerator or freezer.
112 WHIPPLE DR. has never flooded and we think it has one of Bellaire's most beautiful oak trees in the front yard!
Schedule an appointment to come see 112 WHIPPLE DR. and all it has to offer!Location, location! Gracious one-owner home ideally situated on a horseshoe street in heart of Bellaire within walking distance of Condit Elementary and Bellaire HS. Multiple recent updates include a new roof, 2 new HVAC systems, 2 new 50 gallon hot water heaters, a new kitchen cooktop & vent, and new kitchen plumbing fixtures. Stucco inspected, repaired and entire house re-sealed in 2021! Open floorplan, neutral colors & generous storage throughout. High ceilings, plentiful windows providing natural light or covered by Hunter Douglas shades, and hardwood flooring. Formals off foyer, large family room w/fireplace & sound system, chef's kitchen with island & stainless appliances, butler's pantry, plus large game room & 4 neutrally-carpeted bedrooms on 2nd floor. Impressive primary suite has 2 customized walk-in closets, computer niche, sitting area & bath with walk-in shower & soaker tub. Beautifully landscaped with sprinkler system. This is a Bellaire Beauty! Come see!
| 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 | $245.46 | $991,888 | 3.86% | $991,888 | 3.86% |
| 2022 | $236.33 | $955,000 | 5.01% | $955,000 | 5.01% |
| 2021 | $225.05 | $909,445 | -0.68% | $909,445 | -0.68% |
| 2020 | $226.61 | $915,713 | -3.85% | $915,713 | -3.85% |
| 2019 | $235.67 | $952,341 | -6.46% | $952,341 | -6.46% |
| 2018 | $251.95 | $1,018,112 | 0.00% | $1,018,112 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $251.95 | $1,018,112 | 0.00% | $1,018,112 | 1.43% |
| 2016 | $251.95 | $1,018,112 | 0.00% | $1,003,747 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $251.95 | $1,018,112 | 15.94% | $912,498 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $217.31 | $878,169 | 16.45% | $829,544 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $186.62 | $754,131 | 4.26% | $754,131 | 4.26% |
| 2012 | $178.99 | $723,311 | $723,311 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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| Market Land Value: | $392,648 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $599,240 |
| Total Market Value: | $991,888 |
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 % |
