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Edward Vivanco
Timeless, classic O'Connor-Gill resort-style, "lock & leave" tropical oasis minutes from Memorial Park and Downtown. Gated entry leads to courtyard with swimming pool with waterfall and covered loggia ideal for "al fresco" dining. Welcome to 523 Terrace Drive in Glencove.
A close up image of the double wrought iron entry gates that lead to your own personal villa! Privacy abounds behind the gates. Tile roof, open concept interiors, archways throughout are but a few of the defining features of this exceptional residence.
The covered loggia is the perfect location for "al fresco" dining. The spacious courtyard provides additional areas for separate dining tables for entertaining. Love the exposed beams.
An aerial image of 523 Terrace Drive. Welcome to your new home!
The view from the balcony off the Primary Bedroom overlooking the gated entry and sparkling swimming pool with waterfall. Tropical vegetation provides a resort style feel everyday. Located in the Memorial Park area/Glencove neighborhood just minutes from Downtown with easy access to restaurants, retail and business.
The covered loggia is adjacent to the two sets of double French entry doors and overlooks the sparkling swimming pool. This wonderful space is ideal for "al fresco" dining which is so popular most of the year in Houston. Plenty of space to add additional separate dining tables for distanced dinner parties.
Welcome to 523 Terrace Drive! Double entry doors welcome family and friends to this classic, timeless O'Connor/Gill construction (2007). Marble floors, exposed/rustic beams, multiple archways defining spaces complete the open concept interior spaces. Casual, open floorplan plus private, defined spaces are ideal for that "work from home" opportunity. There is even a grassy backyard for pets or a children's play area.
Fabulous entry with two (2) sets of double doors to the covered loggia and gated courtyard with swimming pool. Note the exposed beams, crown molding, recessed lighting and archways throughout. Wonderful, open layout ideal for entertaining and quiet evenings at home. 
The LIVING ROOM (18 X 15) is highlighted by butt glass windows overlooking the covered loggia and swimming pool with water feature. The fireplace with gas logs and caste stone mantle anchors the room and is flagged by dual art spaces (the art is attached and remains with the property). Coffered ceiling, crown molding and recessed lighting too. This photo is virtually staged to show one possible configuration of furniture.
The DINING ROOM (14 x 13) is separated from the ENTRY and the LIVING ROOM (18 x 15) with archways allowing excellent flow, but defined rooms at the same time. Easy to move from one room to another while socializing. This photo is virtually staged to show one possible configuration of furniture.
The KITCHEN (19 X 14) includes an island with (high) bar seating, stainless steel appliances (Thermador refrigerator/freezer, double Bosch ovens, 5-burner Bosch gas cooktop, and GE microwave-out of view in the appliance garage). There is a large walk in pantry with wraparound shelves, an appliance garage and a reach in pantry. Double French doors open to the patio w/pool and a Powder Bath perfect as a formal Powder Bath or a pool bath. The door straight ahead leads to the 2-car attached garage
A view of the KITCHEN (19 X 14) toward the BREAKFAST AREA or additional casual living area on the first floor. Ample storage cabinets, trash/recycling drawer with "old world" accents make this a timeless residence. The door past the staircase leads to the grassy backyard ideal for your pet(s) or children's play area separate from the swimming area.
This built in buffet makes casual entertaining a snap! Carved cabinet doors add additional style. This flexible space can be used as a Breakfast Room/Morning Room or casual living area. Love the archways throughout!
Lighted open "curio" shelves perfect for books and collectibles. The staircase is tucked away from the entry and has tile treads and risers. The door past the staircase to the left leads to the wine area that goes back and around under the staircase and the carved door straight ahead leads to the backyard.
The WINE AREA has a wrought iron door and is adjacent to the DINING ROOM (14 X 13). Plenty of space here for your "special" wine bottles. This wine area wraps around to the left for additional storage of wine cases.
The first floor POWDER BATH has the signature O'Connor-Gill granite floor and carved vanity front. Scones, frames mirror and Toto toilet too!
At the top of the stairs is a wonderful art space complete with (2) art installations and shelves to customize! The open door leads to the Primary Bedroom and the central living area/GAME ROOM. There is a POWDER BATH upstairs for the central living area. Coffered ceiling, crown molding and clerestory windows add additional natural light without disturbing art walls.
A view of the GAME ROOM and the secondary bedroom hall. Architectural detailing provides clean lines. Great family space upstairs away from the public areas downstairs. This space could also be used as a home office, exercise room or anything your heart desires. The door to the left is to the POWDER BATH. This photo is virtually staged to show one possible configuration of furniture.
The PRIMARY BEDROOM (26 x 15) boasts scraped hardwood floor, (2) arched windows, double French doors to a "Juliet" balcony overlooking the swimming pool, and a sitting area (perfect for a desk area for your daily zoom calls). This photo is virtually staged to show one possible configuration of furniture.
WOW, now THAT is a closet! Large island with 24 drawers (12 on each side!). Double and single hanging rods that can be removed to provide additional long hanging. There are shoes shelves out of view too. Great lighting too so it is easy to determine navy from black and dark brown!
The PRIMARY BATH with marble floor and granite border, double vanities (one with kneespace), Jason bubbler tub and separate shower with frameless glass enclosure. There are also (3) framed mirrors and a private water closet to the right of this image with a pocket door. Note the granite transition from the Primary Bedroom to the spa-inspired bath.
Spa-inspired PRIMARY BATH focusing on the Jason bubbler tub, separate shower with frameless glass enclosure and one of the two vanities with a kneespace.
BEDROOM 2 (14 X 13) includes carpet, coffered ceiling, windows with blinds, recessed lighting, ceiling fan and crown molding. Every bedroom has "en suite" bath and make an ideal guest bedroom or permanent resident bedroom.
The "en suite" bath attached to BEDROOM 2 (14 X 13) is highlighted by a large walk in shower with bench and frameless glass enclosure. The vanity includes a decorative tile backsplash, drawers, cabinets and linen cubbies. The closet is located in the bathroom.
BEDROOM 3 (23 x 18) would make a wonderful second Primary Bedroom and has room for a "king size" bed with dual nightstands, a sitting area AND a desk area. There is a large walk in closet and private, "en suite" bath. This photo is virtually staged to show one possible configuration of furniture.
This is the "en suite" bath attached to BEDROOM 3. Time to relax in the deep soaking tub with tile surround and decorative mosaic border. The vanity includes cabinets and drawers and a decorative, framed mirror.
Fabulous POWDER BATH upstairs services the GAME ROOM so guests can have privacy without entering a bedroom. Grasscloth wall covering, framed mirror, over mount vessel lavatory, TOTO toilet, carved vanity front and mosaic tile floor complete this powder bath.
The LAUNDRY ROOM (7 X 5) has upper and lower cabinets (lower with folding bar), washer and dryer connections. The washer and dryer will remain with the property. The Laundry Room is located on the secondary bedroom wing.
Welcome to your own personal tropical oasis in the city! Close proximity to Memorial Park with the new Eastern Glades and the Houston Arboretum too. Once you enter the gates you feel like you are in a resort.
Missing traveling? Not with this paradise! Gated entry, swimming pool with water feature and large patio ideal for outdoor distanced entertaining. Welcome to your new home! This is the view from the balcony in the Primary Bedroom.
The front courtyard as viewed from inside the wrought iron gates toward the butt glass window to the Living Room. Low maintenance patio with tropical vegetation. The balcony is in the Primary Bedroom. Note the double French entry doors. Fabulous space to relax in the outdoors.
The sparkling swimming pool with rock waterfall feature as viewed from the balcony off the Primary Bedroom.
The backyard provides a large grassy space for pets, children's playground equipment and a vegetable garden.
Copy and Paste this link into your favorite web browser to see the custom interactive map shown above: https://bit.ly/523TerraceMapDesirable location with easy access to Memorial Park & Downtown. Timeless, classic O'Connor/Gill-built home boasts a resort-style "lock and leave" tropical oasis complete with gated entry, swimming pool, & waterfall. The outdoor living space includes covered loggia ideal for dining "al fresco" and (3) sets of double French doors to the "open concept" interior spaces. The first floor is highlighted by O'Connor/Gill signature arches defining the spaces into multiple living and dining areas. Dual Powder Baths (up & down) with custom detailed finishes. There are incredible views of the swimming pool and lush landscaping from the entire first floor and the balcony from the Primary Bedroom. Wine closet, elevator capable. The primary suite includes a spa-inspired bath with dual vanities, a separate shower & tub, large closet. Two additional bedrooms with "en suite" baths, a laundry room, plus a game or media room complete the second floor. Backyard ideal for pets or playground equipment.
| District: | Houston |
| Elementary School: | Memorial Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Hogg Middle School Excellent | |
| High School: | Lamar High School  Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $383.70 | $1,675,597 | 25.51% | $1,468,500 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $305.70 | $1,335,000 | -8.93% | $1,335,000 | -8.93% |
| 2021 | $335.68 | $1,465,933 | -2.81% | $1,465,933 | -2.81% |
| 2020 | $345.39 | $1,508,300 | -7.86% | $1,508,300 | -7.86% |
| 2019 | $374.86 | $1,637,035 | -3.70% | $1,637,035 | -3.70% |
| 2018 | $389.28 | $1,700,000 | 0.00% | $1,700,000 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $389.28 | $1,700,000 | 0.00% | $1,700,000 | 0.00% |
| 2016 | $389.28 | $1,700,000 | 0.00% | $1,700,000 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | $389.28 | $1,700,000 | 3.91% | $1,700,000 | 6.58% |
| 2014 | $374.65 | $1,636,100 | 12.83% | $1,595,000 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $332.04 | $1,450,000 | 9.43% | $1,450,000 | 9.43% |
| 2012 | $303.41 | $1,325,000 | $1,325,000 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $744,372 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $931,225 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,675,597 |
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 % |
