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Edward Vivanco
3 Remington Lane sits on over an acre and features a heated pool and spectacular oak trees.
The 3 REMINGTON LANE estate is in the heart of the exclusive gated community of Shadyside and is included in the National Register of Historic Places. This resplendent home retains the same exterior that was built by John Staub in 1939, and the interior was remodeled down to the studs by Goodchild Builders and was curated by Ladco Resort Design Group in 2020-2021.
Elegant brick-lined landscaping, handsome gravel paths, and fountains grace the wide expanses of lawn in the enormous front and back yards. Featured in a side yard is a small, protected neighborhood park that was originally built in 1916 and includes a large metal swing-set, drinking fountain and stone bench preserved from that bygone era.
The GRAND ENTRY FOYER welcomes you and your guests to spacious 1st Floor living and private 2nd Floor en suite bedrooms. The Foyer has double painted front doors with an etched transom, gorgeous French oak flooring laid in a herringbone pattern, and a sparkling metal & glass chandelier.
The GUEST POWDER BATH will captivate your guests with its beautiful antique vanity, large window adorned by John Staub's signature ironwork, and charming sconces flanking a large mirror. Note that the application of the delightful wallpaper is now complete!
The large FORMAL LIVING ROOM showcases French oak flooring, and multiple floor-to-ceiling jib-head, triple-hung windows that offer spectacular views of the front, side and back yard.
Showcased in the FORMAL LIVING ROOM is a fireplace with a marble surround, soaring ceiling with classic crown molding, and dazzling artisan-crafted metal & crystal chandelier.
Situated between the Formal Living & Dining Rooms is a WINE CLOSET with attractive built-in storage for your wine collection. 
The FOYER opens to a lovely FORMAL DINING ROOM.
The FORMAL DINING ROOM has graceful bay windows (plus additional floor-to-ceiling windows) that overlook the magical backyard. Showcased are a gas-log fireplace with a marble surround and a delicate metal & crystal chandelier. 
The FORMAL DINING ROOM has French oak flooring in a herringbone pattern, recessed and art lighting, and installed speakers for your sound system.
The WET BAR is off the Foyer and opens to the Family Room. The built-in cabinetry with quartz countertops & accents features a wine tower and an peninsula with bar seating, and there is a door that opens to the front covered porch.
Another look at the beautiful Wet Bar that is next to the Foyer. 
The FAMILY ROOM is quite spacious and filled with natural light from plentiful floor-to-ceiling windows on both sides that overlook the front and back yards.
The FAMILY ROOM is open to the Breakfast Room, and has French doors that open to one of the covered back patios making this gracious living area perfect for entertaining guests
Enjoy recessed lighting and large divided-light windows!
The BREAKFAST ROOM is open to the Family Room and next to the Gourmet Kitchen, and can accommodate a sizable table for casual dining. Notice the stylish brass & glass chandelier.
What a stunning GOURMET KITCHEN! Multiple large windows set in charming brick walls flood this impressive Kitchen with natural light! In addition, there are three rows of recessed lights that illuminate the French oak walkway, stainless appliances and Taj Mahal quartzite countertops on custom-built cabinetry.
The professional-level appliances include Wolff and Sub-Zero. There is a Miele coffee system, an appliance garage, and French doors that open to the backyard and a single French door that opens to the front yard.
Another look at the professional-level appliances.
Enjoy the deep undermount stainless steel sink with a polished nickel water-wheel faucet!
This flexible room has rubberized flooring over pavers and is perfect as an EXERCISE ROOM, and with its installed sound system with speakers, it could also be a great Media Room. This large room has a reach-in closet and an en suite half bath. To the right is the Utility Room.
The UTILITY ROOM has a brick floor laid in a chevron pattern, built-in cabinets that feature an undermount sink, and quartzite countertops. Included are two sets of stackable washers & dryers, and sizable divided-light windows that overlook the Motor Court.
The Landing at the top of the front staircase opens to a flexible space that can be used in a myriad of ways. This Landing opens to the private Primary Suite (on the left) and in the opposite direction are two Secondary En Suite Bedrooms.
The PRIMARY BEDROOM is spectacular with high ceilings, plentiful windows, French oak flooring, gas-log fireplace with a beautiful marble surround, exquisite chandelier and recessed lighting.
The PRIMARY BEDROOM has large double-hung windows that are wired for window shades and overlook one of two sizable balconies, the backyard and heated pool.
Adjacent to the PRIMARY BEDROOM are a built-in Study, En Suite Bathroom, and enormous Walk-in Closet.
The luxurious PRIMARY BATHROOM has marble flooring, two vanities with Taj Mahal quartzite countertops, a large walk-in shower, a deep stand-along soaking tub crowned by a crystal chandelier, and two separate lavatories with Toto commodes.
The spacious walk-in shower in the PRIMARY BATHROOM is clad in marble and has a bench, multiple shower heads and a very useful back-lit, hardwired mirror.
This exceptional PRIMARY WALK-IN CLOSET is a richly-appointed, L-shaped, customized double closet with two islands with storage drawers, generous clothes hanging space, ample shoe and purse shelving, and handsomely carpeted and wall-papered. 
Enjoy several windows that provide ample natural light, a built-in make-up vanity with a quartzite top, built-in benches, and a built-in wall safe.
The elegant PRIMARY SUITE OFFICE has a U-shaped built-in desk with quartz countertops, upper and lower storage cabinetry, and a window facing a side yard.
SECONDARY BEDROOM has French oak flooring, a drum chandelier, and two floor-to-ceiling windows.
This EN SUITE BATHROOM for the previous Secondary Bedroom has a marble-clad walk-in shower with frameless glass entry, marble flooring, and a vanity with a marble. Unseen is a customized walk-in closet. 
Another SECONDARY BEDROOM in this wing of the home has an unseen customized walk-in closet, an en suite bathroom, and a charming brass chandelier.
The EN SUITE BATHROOM for the previous Secondary Bedroom has marble flooring, a walk-in shower clad in marble, a vanity with a marble top, and a window overlooking one of the sizable balconies. 
The "Den" for the GUEST SUITE that is in a separate wing of the home and has its own (back) staircase. Notice the French oak flooring, raised ceiling and divided-light windows.
The enormous GUEST SUITE BEDROOM has plentiful windows overlooking the backyard, a raised ceiling with recessed lighting, and French oak flooring.
The EN SUITE BATHROOM for the Guest Suite boasts a vanity with two undermount sinks, a marble top and several brass wall sconces, a walk-in shower clad in marble, and marble flooring.
The WALK-IN CLOSET for the Guest Suite has a pocket door entrance, built-in hanging space, open shelving and a built-in drawer system.
Notice the classic beauty of the original John Staub brick exterior.
There is a sweeping circular drive that provides generous guest parking.
The view of the backyard and pool from one of TWO BACK BALCONIES is breathtaking!
Notice the manicured landscaping, wide expanses of grass, and towering trees.
The back COVERED PORCHES & BALCONIES showcase the original signature ironwork by John Staub.
Absolutely beautiful!
Great for pets, play and practicing your chip shot.
Another look at the charming Protected Neighborhood Park.
Understated elegance.
Come see 3 REMINGTON LANE and all it has to offer!Legendary home listed on Nat’l Register of Historic Places. Built by John Staub for Margaret Wray, daughter of Texaco founder John Cullinan, later owned by Tx Gov Mark White. Classic architecture freshened & invigorated by owner’s renovation (2021) w/inspired contemporary design. Grand reception hall transitions to rear dining rm overlooking patios, gardens & lawn-dropped pool. One side wing includes main staircase, living rm, powder rm, & wine closet (1st-floor). Luxuriously reconfigured primary suite w/study, lavish dual bath & bespoke closet (2nd-floor). Opposite wing has great rm, walk-in full bar, gathering kitchen & breakfast rm, drop zone, rear staircase, gym/media rm & 2 half- baths (1st-floor), En suite bedrms w/ custom walk-in closets (2nd-floor). Kitchen/breakfast w/professional grade appliances & exposed original brick walls. Views from all primary rooms of ancient mossy oaks w/trailing branches, azalea beds, fountains, brick patios w/vintage ironwork & lovely pool.
| District: | Houston |
| 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 | $1,068.64 | $8,359,972 | 50.03% | $8,359,972 | 50.03% |
| 2022 | $712.30 | $5,572,349 | 11.45% | $5,572,349 | 11.45% |
| 2021 | $639.14 | $5,000,000 | -12.93% | $5,000,000 | -12.93% |
| 2020 | $734.08 | $5,742,726 | -3.44% | $5,742,726 | -3.44% |
| 2019 | $760.23 | $5,947,261 | 0.00% | $5,947,261 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | $760.23 | $5,947,261 | 0.00% | $5,947,261 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $760.23 | $5,947,261 | 0.00% | $5,947,261 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | $760.23 | $5,947,261 | 2.98% | $5,947,261 | 2.98% |
| 2015 | $738.21 | $5,775,000 | 0.00% | $5,775,000 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | $738.21 | $5,775,000 | 4.29% | $5,775,000 | 4.29% |
| 2013 | $707.81 | $5,537,191 | -4.12% | $5,537,191 | -4.12% |
| 2012 | $738.21 | $5,775,000 | $5,775,000 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $4,330,750 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $4,029,222 |
| Total Market Value: | $8,359,972 |
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 % |
