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Once inside the apartment the open floor plan unfolds ahead of you. Your sunset view is of Memorial Park treetops and the skylines of the Galleria and Greenway Plaza.
Far from the Memorial Drive rush is an unfussily elegant apartment with clean lines + countless upgrades. Wide plank wood floors throughout the public spaces--here in a herringbone pattern.
The Entry Foyer has Art Lighting and great wall space for your treasures.
If you just adore a penthouse view, Darling, I love you and Sophie #501 is perfect for you!
The Dining Room features a Chihuly inspired chandelier with more art lighting. The Savant System in the home controls many functions within. Music plays throughout, and if the light should become too intense, you may lower the shades via an app on your phone.
With the open floor plan the Dining Room can be as large or as intimate as you would like it to be.
In spite of the open floor plan there is plenty of wall space for furniture and art.
Spectacular!
The sumptuous Kitchen features a waterfall island with seating for four. The island, the counters and backsplash are all of quartz with magnificent movement and colors.
The well-accoutered Kitchen features the highest of high end appliances and Siematic frameless cabinets. The Sub Zero Refrigerator blends seamlessly into the wall as it is covered by cabinet fronts and sophisticated brass hardware.
The Island highlights include a Fisher + Paykel double drawer Dishwasher, SubZero Beverage Center, and oversized single compartment Sink. At the end of the Island is a large trash drawer.
If you love to chef...this is the place!
The crown jewel of the Kitchen is the Wolf 36" gas four burner + griddle Range with gas Oven. Having pasta tonight? Use your pot filler to save you a trip to the sink. 
The views are spectacular! Here in the Great Room we are surrounded by nature through the dual sliding glass doors...
...and a long wall of transom-ed windows.
The Great Room has more custom art lighting and more wall space for your art.
The view OUTside is spectacular. The view INside is spectacular , as well.
At the center of the Great Room is a gentle gas jet fireplace that is visible both inside and outside on the Terrace.
The Great Room into the Dining Room and Kitchen.
Beyond the Great Room...
...is an approximately 450 sq. ft. terrace with views of Memorial Park, the Galleria, and in bare tree season you can see across the Bayou onto River Oak Country Club golf course.
No Terrace would be complete without a fully stocked Summer Kitchen. Here we have a 30" gas Grill, Refrigerator, trash Drawer, drawers and cabinets. Above is a vent hood so the smoke doesn't get in your eyes.
The Terrace.
Another gorgeous sunset. Does your puppy need to piddle? In the corner is a Pet Pad covered in turf with a drain beneath. 
Dine al fresco and enjoy the sounds of silence.
Below you are stunning private and public spaces. The neighbors beneath have designed gardens that are a joy to behold. 
Akin to the zillion dollar rooftop gardens in Manhattan, these gardens are for you to visually enjoy, but not have to maintain. This is a priceless view.
Is this the courtyard of a European boutique? No, this is the community swimming pool, surrounded by greenery. Other Sophie amenities include: a Gym, a Community Room, and Concierge.
Shall we go to the West Wing?
The Powder Bath includes a floating stone vanity, custom hardware and lighting, plus a whimsical mural. 
At the far end of the West Wing is the Master Suite--a large space with more fantastic views. Close the shades and the world disappears.
Walls space is preserved as the Master Bath and Master Closet are off a private Foyer that leads from the hallway to the Suite.
The Master Suite feels like an extremely sophisticated treehouse.
The Master Bath is dreamy. Comprising the dream: Siematic cabinets, custom hardware, quartz counter-tops and ceramic, marble look floors.
If you love to sing in the Shower then this is the Bathroom for you, as speakers in the ceiling will pipe your favorite music so you can sing along!
The oversized Shower is clad in marble-like ceramic tile, has a bench and a large product niche. A hand held shower attachment will aid you in getting to those hard to reach places.
If you are more of a brooder then this soaking tub is a perfect spot to commune with nature while your troubles float away. Open shelving gives you more storage or display space.
Once inside you will never want to leave.
Is this a Closet or what? Designed and executed by SpaceManager this closet has spaces for even the largest wardrobes. There is room in the center of the closet for an Island/Packing Station.
Imagine this immense space with even more functionality and practicality! There is plenty of room for an island packing station in the center of the Closet!
The Closet features custom lighting AND natural light!
The Guest Suite is lovely enough that your guests may never want to leave.
The Guest Suite features a treetop view, a walk-in Closet, and...
...an en-suite Bath featuring a stall shower with a bench, swathed in marble-look ceramic tile and a quartz topped Vanity.
The Study could be a third Guest Suite. 
The Study has wide plank wood floors, pocket doors for privacy, and access to the Guest Bath.
The very well-stocked Utility Room has tile floors, a sink and extra storage.
If "too much of a good thing is wonderful," Sophie #501 is beyond wonderful. The dazzling apartment comes with a private, epoxy-floored two car Garage and room for extra storage.
Beside the private Garage is a climate controlled Storage Room with a work bench. If you're handy--here's your workshop. If you are sentimental and can't part with belongings--here's your basement!
The Sophie is a European-style residence offering privacy, security, amenities, and a luxurious, carefree lifestyle. Located midway between Memorial + Buffalo Bayou Parks you can bike ride, run, enjoy museums, fine dining and shopping all within your little realm.If you just adore a penthouse view, darling, Sophie #501 is for you! Far from the rush is an unfussily elegant apartment with clean lines + countless upgrades. Entry has Art Lighting, wide plank wood floors. Open floor plan unfolds ahead of you. Kitchen has waterfall island, + best of the best appliances. Dining Room floats through the Great Room with transparent fireplace shared with Terrace, with Summer Kitchen, pet pad, + spectacular garden, pool + skyline views. Guest Suite with walk-in closet + gorgeous bath + Study, w/Murphy bed. Private Master Suite. The Bath: Custom cabinetry, dual sinks, long vanity, soaking tub, + oversized shower in shades of white + gray. Curated Master Closet has room for many wardrobes. From the Sleeping Chamber see gorgeous skyline views. Additional luxuries: 2 car, private garage, Savant system, art lighting, + limitless ambience. Midway between Buffalo Bayou + Memorial Parks, walking distance to fine dining, Sophie # 501, a sky high slice of Heaven.
| District: | Houston ISD |
| 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 | $708.24 | $2,063,809 | 4.57% | $2,063,809 | 4.57% |
| 2022 | $677.29 | $1,973,632 | -0.67% | $1,973,632 | -0.67% |
| 2021 | $681.85 | $1,986,920 | $1,986,920 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $392,124 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $1,671,685 |
| Total Market Value: | $2,063,809 |
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 % |
