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Edward Vivanco
One of a kind,custom-built Heights craftsman featured in over 30 magazines & websites such as Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Country Living, Town & Country, Houzz, Better Homes & Gardens, & magazines in France & Italy, plus on covers of Romantic Homes & Country French.Designed from top to bottom by creator of popular blog/Instagram, Cedar Hill Farmhouse. You might even recognize photos from Pinterest & Instagram, as this house has been seen by millions. 484SF garage apt makes total 3,399
Charming curb appeal on a beautiful street w/ curbs. Exterior recently painted (all 2022 w/ Sherwin Williams Emerald paint. Fully fenced-in front yard w/ iron fence w/professional landscaping & sprinklers. Unbeatable location! Within walking distance to tons of popular dining & shopping on 19th & 20th St. Around corner from Halbert Park, a few blocks from Heights Blvd jogging trail & Hike & Bike. Easy access to major freeways 610, I-10, 290, & 45, Downtown, the Galleria, Energy Corridor, & Medic
Inside the fully iron fenced-in front yard, the bricked front steps lead you to the charming front porch with columns with stacked stone. The New Orleans gas lamps greet you as you approach the house. The porch is finished with an antique bead board ceiling and recessed can lighting. Imagine enjoying your morning coffee or evening glass of wine on this inviting front porch. Ring doorbell included.
As you enter the home, you will be struck by the high 10 ft ceilings downstairs & gleaming reclaimed oak hardwood floors that continue throughout the home. All doors are solid wood fitted w/ Emtek crystal knobs. 1st fl doors are 8 ft. Notice the wainscoting. Study welcomes you on the left side of the foyer & formal dining is on the right.Further down, is the powder room & also a coat closet plus large walk-in closet/utility closet w/ built-in shelving.Note: decorative sconces are not fixtures & 
Gorgeous French antique sliding barn doors open up to reveal this gorgeous study/flex room that could be used as a study, playroom, or guest bedroom. The custom designed bookcase in the study was made with style in mind, with fluted fronts and hidden storage for files and your computer. There’s a hidden surprise of a secret “Narnia” closet under the stairs, which would make a great secret hideaway for kids.
Another view of the study featuring recessed can lights, ceiling fan, double crown molding, windows overlooking front porch and cordless custom bamboo shades from Bali Blinds. Large closet and a full bath next door make this an ideal 4th bedroom, if needed. 
Gorgeous light filled formal dining room located just off the foyer. Room is highlighted w/ a chandelier light fixture & recessed can lights on dimmers. Large windows overlook front porch & have cordless custom bamboo shades from Bali Blinds. Note: drapes are excluded but rods will remain. The formal dining room has ample space for a large dining table & additional furniture such as a sideboard/buffet table & wall space to showcase art.
Another view showing the formal dining room across the foyer from the study. Other features include wainscoting and double crown molding. 
A look into the dining room showing the butler’s pantry access towards the right corner.
The pièce de résistance of this home, is this chef’s kitchen that is highlighted by the rustic reclaimed beams that continue into the breakfast room. Gorgeous finishes including the generously thick White River granite countertops and Gramercy Park Wedgewood Blue Walker Zanger tile adding a slight blue hint to the kitchen backsplash. 
The real star of the kitchen is the cabinetry with loads of glass-front doors to display your beautiful dishes/serving pieces. The kitchen features tons of storage with soft close drawers, pull out drawers for ease of use, pots and pans drawers, and a walk-in pantry in the butler’s pantry. Other highlights include under cabinet lighting and recessed can lights.
The kitchen is centered around this large island with 2 Murray Feiss Valentina light fixtures, vegetable sink and a breakfast bar. Kitchen shares an open floor plan with the family room and breakfast area. There is an additional breakfast bar in the breakfast area as well as room for a dining table. Plenty of space to eat and entertain! 
Enjoy cooking in this kitchen with high-end stainless steel appliances including a 48” Thermador gas range with 6 burners, griddle and dual ovens (one is convection), oversized/full sized Frigidaire refrigerator/freezer, Thermador dishwasher and Whirlpool microwave (located in island).
This large apron front one basin sink with separate sprayer overlooks the 2nd breakfast bar and into the breakfast room. 
Light and bright breakfast area is the perfect spot for everyday meals. Light filled with large windows overlooking the backyard. Charming built-in plate racks that can also be used to display artwork. Room for a generous sized table. This space could also function as a sitting area as there is tons of seating at the 2 breakfast bars. Cordless custom bamboo shades from Bali Blinds and recessed can lighting. Note: light fixture is excluded. 
Another view of the breakfast space looking towards the kitchen. Open floor plan with kitchen and family room. Stunning reclaimed wood beamed ceiling goes all the way across this space to the end of the kitchen ceiling. Notice the breakfast bar area for barstools.
Butler’s Pantry, perfectly situated between the kitchen and dining room. Open shelving for additional storage and for display. Features White River granite countertop, Gramercy Park Wedgewood Blue Walker Zanger subway tile backsplash. Not shown is a large walk-in pantry with granite countertops and electrical outlets for appliances. 
Inviting family room with incredible custom details with custom millwork. The living room cabinets appear to be European armoires, but are really built-in. Matching cabinetry hides the TV when it isn’t in use. The armoires flank a gas log fireplace with tile surround and wood mantle to match cabinetry.
The family room shares an open floor plan with kitchen and breakfast space while still feeling like a separated space. The large windows overlook the back porch and green backyard with a door leading the back porch. Windows have cordless custom bamboo shades from Bali Blinds. 
Another look at the family room looking towards the stairs. The stairs have iron balusters and wainscoting leading to upstairs as well as an antique iron newel post on stairs. There is a large window on the first landing of the stairs. Other highlights of the family room include a ceiling fan, recessed can lights, ceiling speakers and double crown molding.
Stunning guest bathroom, located on the first floor off of the entry hall, is easily accessible from all first floor living areas and adjacent to the study/4th bedroom. Take a look at this custom made vanity with a marble vessel sink. Clawfoot tub with white subway tile surround. Beautiful reclaimed wood beam above to perfectly hide shower curtain rod. Note: Candle sconce above bathtub is excluded and sconce above sink is excluded. 
Spacious upstairs landing has an antique piece of furniture fixated at top of stairs. To the right side of the hall you will find two guest beds, a guest bathroom and a large utility room. On the left side of the hallway (not shown) is the primary suite.
Lovely primary suite located upstairs. Light filled room with tons of windows with custom window treatments. This spacious room features a tray ceiling, ceiling fan, paneled corners, antique sconces on either side of bed. Recessed can lights. Note: drapes are excluded but rods will remain and sconces on either side of the desk are excluded. 
Another view of the primary suite. Door to the left leads to the ensuite bath. 
Spacious spa-like primary bathroom with a charming pedestal tub with handheld sprayer plus a beautiful light fixture. Built-in shelf above tub for soaps, candles, etc. plus a picture window. Large walk-in shower with frameless glass surround, white subway tile, additional rain shower head. Door to the right leads to a huge walk-in closet.
Another view of the primary bath featuring a large vanity with beautiful White River granite countertop, dual sinks, 2 decorative mirrors, 2 sconces on either side of both mirrors and tons of storage. Cabinets include 2 pull-out drawers that have electrical outlets to plug in your hair dryer and electric toothbrush, keeping them out of sight. Recessed can lights.
One last view of the primary bath with a closer up view of the shower. Door on the left leads to a separate water closet with a head knocker cabinet. Note: dog hooks (not shown) in primary bath are excluded. 
Oversized primary closet is full of custom cabinetry to hold loads of clothes, shoes and it has a display area for purses. Decorative light fixture. Closet has room for a center island, ottoman or even a desk! 
Secondary bedroom #1, located upstairs, is filled with light. Features windows overlooking the front yard, cordless custom bamboo shades from Bali Blinds, crown molding, ceiling fan/light fixture, closet with two doors. Note: drapes are excluded but rods will remain. 
Secondary bedroom #2, located upstairs, features windows overlooking the front yard, crown molding, ceiling fan/light fixture with remote, cordless custom bamboo shades from Bali Blinds, and a double door closet. Note: drapes are excluded but rods will remain. 
Guest bathroom, located just outside secondary bedrooms #1 and #2, features decorative black and white hexagon tile floor. Jetted tub/shower combination with white subway tile wall. Large vanity with 2 sinks and ample storage. Cabinets include 2 pull-out drawers that have electrical outlets to plug in your hair dryer and electric toothbrush, keeping them out of sight. 2 decorative mirrors and 2 sconces. White River granite countertop. 
The utility room is conveniently located upstairs with the primary bedroom and 2 secondary beds. Features tons of storage cabinets, a dry bar, folding counter with a White River granite countertop, decorative black and white hexagon tile floor, decorative light fixture (Note: it is a candelabra, not an actual light), and washer/dryer connections. 
Detached garage apartment is an additional 484 SF not included in the home's overall sq ft, with private stairway entrance, kitchen and full bathroom. Makes an ideal guest suite/game room/office/gym. Features the same high-end finishes and quality that mirror the main house. Cordless custom bamboo shades from Bali Blinds, ceiling fan, recessed can lights, and crown molding. Not: the decorative light fixture over the bed is the same light fixture as the light in the dining room.
One more view of garage apartment living space: room for a dining area next to the kitchen. The kitchen space features quartzite countertop, white subway tile backsplash, stainless steel Frigidaire gas range, stainless steel microwave with vent, storage cabinets/drawers, stainless sink, Frigidaire fridge/freezer.
Garage apartment bathroom, finished with the same quality as the main home, features a vanity with quartzite countertop, tub/shower combination with white subway tile, Restoration Hardware style mirror, white hexagon tile floor, window with drape and a sconce. 
Wonderful covered back porch with antique beadboard porch ceiling, ceiling fan, ceiling speakers and recessed can lights. Plenty of room for outdoor furniture and grill. Ring security camera. 
Fabulous spacious backyard with room for a pool. Tons of green space for kids and pets to play. Backyard features fresh landscaping, mature tree and a water feature.
Detached 2 car garage with private garage apartment. Fully fenced-in w/driveway with electronic iron gate, which adds more playspace for kids to bike & scoot and for dogs to run. Single wide driveway expands to doublewide.
Final look at the backyard and back exterior of this fabulous home. With gorgeous custom finishes, great layout and fabulous location, this home will not last long!
Incredible features including Emtek crystal knobs, New Orleans gas lanterns, marble vessel sink and antique iron newel post are just some of the charming characteristics that enhance this warm and inviting home. 
This custom home has been featured in over 30 magazines & websites such as Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Country Living, Town & Country, Houzz, Better Homes and Gardens, & magazines in France & Italy.
A look at the home's breakfast room that graced the cover of Country French magazine.
The living room was previously featured on the cover of a Romantic Homes magazine.
Welcome to the Heights, a quaint highly sought- after "small town" feeling residential community in the heart of the city, and moments away from everything in the inner loop! The Heights has become one of the most sought after neighbors in the city! Convenient location, minutes away from Downtown, Galleria area, Med Center and Energy Corridor. 
Walk over to popular 19th Street and all it offers with shopping, fantastic restaurants. Plus, the Heights Theater for the great musicians and acts that perform all year long at this amazing venue! 
A few blocks away, you will find the Heights Hike & Bike trail which has scenic biking and running trails. One of a kind, custom-built Heights craftsman featured in over 30 magazines & websites such as Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Country Living, Town & Country, Houzz, Better Homes & Gardens, & magazines in France & Italy, plus graced the covers of Romantic Homes & Country French. Designed from top to bottom by creator of popular blog/Instagram, Cedar Hill Farmhouse. Charming curb appeal w/New Orleans gas lamps. Reclaimed hardwood floors,antique beadboard porch ceilings,& gorgeous antique study doors from France enhance this warm & inviting home. Chef’s kitchen w/rustic reclaimed beams & breakfast nook. Light filled family rm. Formal dining. Study w/built-ins. Spacious primary w/luxurious spa-like bath. 2 add'l guest beds. Large backyard. Solid wood doors fitted w/Emtek crystal knobs, Bali Blinds custom window shades. 484 sf garage apt makes total 3,399SF ; makes an ideal guest suite/gamerm/office/gym! Walking distance to tons of popular dining & shopping.
| District: | Houston ISD |
| Elementary School: | Helms Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Hamilton Middle School  Good | |
| High School: | Heights High School Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $337.84 | $984,797 | 2.78% | $984,797 | 2.78% |
| 2022 | $328.70 | $958,149 | 2.23% | $958,149 | 2.83% |
| 2021 | $321.51 | $937,211 | 10.64% | $931,808 | 10.00% |
| 2020 | $290.60 | $847,099 | -0.90% | $847,099 | -0.90% |
| 2019 | $293.23 | $854,764 | 8.50% | $854,764 | 8.50% |
| 2018 | $270.26 | $787,803 | 0.00% | $787,803 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $270.26 | $787,803 | -0.58% | $787,803 | -0.58% |
| 2016 | $271.84 | $792,413 | 4.95% | $792,413 | 8.80% |
| 2015 | $259.01 | $755,023 | 15.92% | $728,322 | 11.82% |
| 2014 | $223.44 | $651,337 | 162.14% | $651,337 | 162.14% |
| 2013 | $85.24 | $248,468 | 44.35% | $248,468 | 44.35% |
| 2012 | $59.05 | $172,125 | $172,125 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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| Market Land Value: | $420,000 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $564,797 |
| Total Market Value: | $984,797 |
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 % |
