Sold Price Range: $325,001 - $370,000 Sold on : 09/04/2019
Classic, traditional home on corner lot in desirable Idylwood, the premier park-like neighborhood of Houston's East End. Only 2 owners since 1940 build (per HCAD). Master suite and den were added at some time in past and expands the home to a rare 4 bed, 2/5 bath. Sellers have done numerous mechanical & structural improvements, and is just awaiting new owners to update and make their own!
Stunning landscaping surrounds brick and aluminum siding exterior of home. Classic style gives amazing curb appeal. Improvements since 2008 include: HVAC, electrical, interior & exterior plumbing, foundation work, window replacement & more (all per seller).
As you enter the home, you will immediately notice that much of the character of original home remains. Original hardwoods in Living, Dining, all 3 secondary Bedrooms and stairs. Large, replaced double pane windows literally go down to floor for a charming feel. Original mock fireplace with detailed mantle surround.
Formal Living Room is aprox. 21x13 (Buyer to verify) and it's rectangular shape makes furniture arrangement easy. The French doors lead out to original Sun Porch, which has been converted to Laundry Room. You could move washer & dryer elsewhere in home, and easily convert the room back to a Sun Porch.
Front door to home in center with original double French Doors to right of it leading to Dining. Hallway under stairs leads into Kitchen, with storage under stairs to left and Half Bath to Right. Notice how much light fills the room through replaced double pane windows.
The original street sign in front of home marking the corner of Sylvan Rd and Idylwood Dr. is an enchanting touch. Idylwood has an active Civic Association, and is listed on National Registry of Historic Homes. Spurlock Park & Gus Wortham Golf Course are just down the street. The home is convenient to Downtown, Medical Center, U of H, and numerous cool East End businesses.
Original French Doors in closed position leading into Dining Room. All windows in home have 2" blinds on them, with exception of Master Bedroom which has custom shades.
Dining Room is approximately 14x12 (Buyer to verify). 2 large windows allow abundant natural light in the room. Wall space for buffet or china cabinet. Original swinging door to enter Kitchen is on wall behind camera shot. Original hardwoods are in wonderful condition!
The Half Bath is thoughtfully located in short Hallway between Living Room and Kitchen. It features a pedestal sink and it has original pink and white checked small tiles on floor.
The Kitchen is spacious and bright, and just awaiting new owners to renovate. Facing open door leads to Dining and you can see the original swinging door in open position. To left, on other side of refrigerator is short Hallway leading into Living Room, where Half Bath and under stairs storage is located.
Two windows in Kitchen look out onto side street of Idylwood Drive. The Kitchen is a large square at approx. 12x12 (Buyer to verify). Kitchen is functional today allowing you to buy now, live in it and renovate later.
Looking through Kitchen into large Den, which was added onto home at some time in past. Having a Kitchen open into a living space is rare in most older homes! Refrigerator and Pantry on right wall of Kitchen, out of photo range.
The den is approx. 23x17 (Buyer to verify) and has tile floors and a large sliding door to backyard of home. Sliding door as well as all windows have been replaced with double pane windows. The den naturally flows from the Kitchen. Recessed lighting, built in speakers, and ceiling fan above. You can see Kitchen refrigerator and Pantry placement in this photo.
Another view of Den. Facing center door leads to 2 car detached Garage and driveway area. Storage closets on far left. Windows on left overlook side street of Idylwood Dr, sliding doors to right lead to backyard.
Backyard of home is a treasure! Retractable canopy over steps to Den's sliding glass door. Side of detached 2 car Garage can be seen. What a serene escape. There is also more space behind garage and pine trees shown.
Another view of backyard. Sun Porch/Laundry Room can be seen on far left of home. Window to right of it is Living Room. Second story facing window is one of 3 secondary Bedrooms. Second story windows to right are all Master Suite.
Upstairs Landing of home. Entry front door of home seen at bottom of stairs. Original hardwoods on stairs and in all 3 Secondary Bedrooms of home. This classic home is awaiting its third owners since being built in 1940 (per HCAD).
Entering the Master Suite from second floor Landing. Closet on both sides of Hallway as well as small nook on right. Master Suite was added at some point in time and is located above Den of home. It is only room in home with carpet.
Master Bedroom is approx. 19x16 (Buyer to verify) and has double pane windows on 3 sides allowing an amazing amount of natural light to come in. All windows have top-down, bottom-up custom shades!
The Master Bath features a large walk-in shower with glass enclosure, hand held shower head, and rain shower head from ceiling! Granite topped vanity with door & drawer storage, and undermount sink. Sconce lighting flanks mirror of built-in medicine cabinet. Recessed lighting in Bathroom ceiling!
Bedroom #2 is largest of Secondary Bedrooms at appox. 17x13 (Buyer to Verify). Left window overlooks front yard of home and 2 windows on right overlook side street of Idylwood Dr. This room is perfect to create a combination Study/Guest Room or perhaps a Man Cave! Ceiling fan above and original hardwoods below.
Bedroom #3 is approx. 14x12 (Buyer to verify). Window to right overlooks front yard and window to left overlooks home next door. Natural light is not lacking in any room of this wonderful home. Closet in this Bedroom is very spacious and has a small round portal window that is above front door on exterior of home.
Bedroom #4 is approx. 11x11 (Buyer to verify). This room is located at top of stairs. Facing window overlooks house next door and window to left overlooks backyard. There is no closet in this Bedroom, so furniture pieces are needed for storage, or it would be a great Study! Note original glass door knob on Bedroom door. Many of the doors in the home feature these!
The Secondary Full Bath is located off second floor Stairway Landing, and is designed to service the three Secondary Bedrooms. It features tub/shower combo with tile surround and original built-in storage cabinets with hamper and display shelf.
Another view of Secondary Full Bath shows vanity with granite top and undermount sink. Lovely window lets in light. Note recessed shampoo shelf of tub/shower surround!
Side view of home shows detached 2 car Garage, with driveway that can fit 2 cars! Note retro style metal awning over back door of home! There is a walkway between Garage and house with gate leading to backyard. Gorgeous foliage accentuates the side of the house, giving curb appeal to this side of home as well!
A 2 car Garage is a nice bonus in this neighborhood! Garage door opener was replaced in 2018, per Seller! Being on a corner, the garage faces side street, adding to the front curb appeal of the home!
Spurlock Park is located within Idylwood neighborhood and is literally a short walk from 6701 Sylvan! A wonderful bonus to have a large park as part of your neighborhood!
Walking and biking trails along the bayou in Spurlock Park, located right down the street from 6701 Sylvan!
Historic Gus Wortham Park Golf Course is a few blocks from Idylwood community. It has recently gone through a major update and renovation!
Another view of Gus Wortham Golf Course, one of the iconic landmarks of Houston's East End, and just a couple of blocks away from 6701 Sylvan!
Bohemo's is one of the many local businesses in Houston's vibrant and changing East End! This area of our city is steeped in history and charm!
East End Barber is renowned in Houston, appealing to locals, professionals, & more. They offer a wide variety of services to their clients. Another local business in Houston's East End!
Mandola's Deli is a Houston institution! It has served many a meal from it's East End location on Leeland since 1977. Another local business in Houston's vibrant and changing East End!
Classic traditional home on gorgeous corner lot in highly desirable Idylwood, the premier neighborhood in Houston’s vibrant East End featuring a park-like setting, an active voluntary Civic Association, & listed on National Registry of Historic Homes. Only 2 owners since 1940 build (per HCAD)! Original owners added Master Suite & Den at some point, expanding to rare 4 bed/2.5 bath. Original hardwoods in Formal LR/DR & all 3 Secondary Bedrooms. Charming original architectural interior details, 2 car detached garage, beautiful yard, & more. Numerous structural & mechanical improvements including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, foundation repaired, window replacement & more (See Listing Agent for Improvement List). This home is perfect to do your own cosmetic updates & create the home of your dreams! Walkable to Spurlock Park, Brays Bayou Hike & Bike Trail, & Gus Wortham Golf Course. Great location convenient to Downtown, Medical Center, U of H, & easy Freeway access. SOLD AS-IS!
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