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Edward Vivanco
Opportunity awaits at this 3/4 acre+ premier River Oaks Country Club Estates site situated on one of the most desirable blocks on the NW corner of Bellmeade & Chevy Chase.
A 1937 Moore + Lloyd design of exquisite proportions & graceful lines renders endless possibilities to modernize the existing home or build your own masterpiece within the picturesque confines of this 34,000+ sf property. 
Unmatched location, in the heart of Houston's most desirable neighborhood. This is a rare opportunity to either renovate the existing home or build the home of your dreams!
Masterfully designed renovation & new build plans available by Rudy Colby. Home is being sold as-is.
Inside the driveway gate is a 4-car garage and whole house generator.
Backyard grounds looking back towards rear elevation. To the far right of this photograph is a separate structure and full bath (not photographed)!
The possibilities await! Imagine the magic that could be created in this spectacular space.
Additional view of rear grounds.
Covered loggia with summer kitchen leading towards rear grounds and private courtyard.
The most magnificent trees surround this 34,000+sf corner lot which offer privacy and beauty! 
An aerial overview of this magnificent 3/4+ acre property.
The Entrance is flanked by the formal living areas and presents the same elegance today as was intended when originally built.
Additional view of Entry.
Formal Living Room featuring hardwood floors, gorgeous moldings, fireplace, and access to the Library and Morning Room.
Living Room looking back towards the Entry and also provides access to the Den.
Just adjacent to the Formal Living Room is the Library which offers the finest details and expanses of views towards the front and rear grounds.
Just beyond the Library is the Sun Room which leads to gorgeous gardens while also still offering access to the front and rear grounds.
A Dining Room of amazing proportions ideal for your most grand and intimate gatherings. 
The Dining Room opens to the Wine room/Bar which adjoins a Reception Hall. 
Situated between the Dining Room and the Kitchen is a charming Morning Room with an abundance of storage and views of the front grounds. 
Updated Kitchen with all of the modern amenities including custom cabinetry, granite countertops, 6-burner Viking Professional range, double Dacor ovens and warming drawers, dual Bosch dishwashers + more!
Additional view of Kitchen with separate SubZero side by side refrigerator and freezer, plus Butler's kitchen ahead (not photographed) with sink, additional 2-burner stove and sink + half bath.
Additional view of Kitchen with access to Morning Room.
Elegantly appointed Powder bath. This is one of three powder baths in the home.
A two-story atrium Bar with wine storage centrally located within the home making this an excellent place to host and gather. 
Adjoining the Bar/Wine Room is a grand Reception Hall.
Additional view of Reception Hall which offers French door access to the rear grounds and access to the Den.
This great Family Room invites gatherings of all sizes with a fireplace, wet bar/refreshment center adjacent (not photographed) and detail upon detail.
Additional view of Family Room with bay window and dual sliding glass doors leading to the rear grounds.
Behind the mahogany French doors is a second floor Primary Bedroom Suite experience like never before!
Primary Bedroom with views of the front and rear grounds.
Primary Bath still exhibits a romantic energy with marble countertops and floors, brass fixtures and hardware.
Primary wet areas feature a separate water closet, garden style tub, and large walk-in marble shower.
One of two oversized primary walk-in closets ("hers") with custom Programme Martin closet system and a separate, privacy half bath. 
Second oversized primary walk-in closet with Programme Martin customized shelving system. 
Just outside of the Primary Retreat is a second floor Living Room/Gameroom.
Additional view of upstairs Living Room/Gameroom with French doors leading to a large terrace overlooking the rear grounds.
Just off of the upstairs Living Area/Gameroom is yet another beverage center and half bath.
Upstairs Secondary Bedroom with private, ensuite bath. 
Private, ensuite bath serving previously shown secondary bedroom.
Upstairs Secondary Bedroom with private, ensuite bath. 
Private, ensuite bath serving previously shown secondary bedroom.
Secondary Bedroom near rear stairs is adjoined by a Hollywood bath.
Hollywood bath serving two additional secondary bedroom.
Secondary Bedroom near rear stairs is adjoined by a Hollywood bath. There is another GUEST QUARTERS with full bath adjacent to the 4-car garage (not photographed). 
Masterfully designed renovation renderings by Rudy Colby to convey with the home. See agent for full set of plans. 
Masterfully designed renovation renderings by Rudy Colby to convey with the home. See agent for full set of plans.
Masterfully designed renovation renderings by Rudy Colby to convey with the home. See agent for full set of plans.Opportunity awaits at this 3/4 acre+ premier River Oaks Country Club Estates site situated on one of the most desirable blocks on the NW corner of Bellmeade & Chevy Chase. A 1937 Moore + Lloyd design of exquisite proportions & graceful lines renders endless possibilities to modernize the existing home. Classic entrance flanked by the dining room + living room which leads to perfectly appointed library + sunroom overlooking private garden & rear grounds. Oversized den boasts glass doors leading to summer kitchen, loggia & spectacular grounds. Island kitchen w/ morning room adjacent. Unmatched 2nd floor primary suite w/ 4 secondary beds, 3 full baths + living area/gameroom up. Addt’l features include whole house generator, elevator, 4-car garage, quarters, exercise room w/ private bath. Alternatively, build your own masterpiece within the picturesque confines of this 34,000+ sf property. Masterfully designed renovation & new build plans available by Rudy Colby. Home is being sold as-is.
| District: | Houston |
| Elementary School: | River Oaks 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 | $662.59 | $5,928,891 | -23.56% | $5,928,891 | -23.56% |
| 2022 | $866.84 | $7,756,477 | 15.20% | $7,756,477 | 15.20% |
| 2021 | $752.48 | $6,733,171 | -5.70% | $6,733,171 | -5.70% |
| 2020 | $798.00 | $7,140,533 | 0.46% | $7,140,533 | 0.46% |
| 2019 | $794.37 | $7,108,034 | 10.32% | $7,108,034 | 10.32% |
| 2018 | $720.05 | $6,442,992 | 0.00% | $6,442,992 | 5.13% |
| 2017 | $720.05 | $6,442,992 | 9.50% | $6,128,773 | 10.00% |
| 2016 | $657.56 | $5,883,820 | 0.00% | $5,571,612 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $657.56 | $5,883,820 | 16.85% | $5,065,102 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $562.74 | $5,035,432 | 20.29% | $4,604,639 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $467.82 | $4,186,036 | 10.00% | $4,186,036 | 10.00% |
| 2012 | $425.29 | $3,805,488 | $3,805,488 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $5,821,820 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $107,071 |
| Total Market Value: | $5,928,891 |
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 % |
