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Edward Vivanco
Framed by a majestic oak, this classic Avalon Place traditional home enjoys a delightful mid-block location in one of Houston’s premier neighborhoods. An electronic driveway gate provides security and keep the pets and kids in the back yard.
The graceful, covered entry highlights the detailing on the painted brick exterior. A winding brick path leads to the front door.
The lovely stairway with oak treads and wrought iron railing is a feature of the entry foyer. The hallway seen leads to the kitchen while the opening to the left leads to the main living areas.
The formal living room offers views of the courtyard between the living room and den/family room.
The living room is open to the formal dining area. A multitude of windows allows natural light to permeate the living spaces.
This dining room can accommodate a large table and chairs…holiday hosting is a breeze in this home.
This alternate view shows the dining room looking back toward the main living room. The sellers installed gorgeous quarter-sawn oak flooring throughout the downstairs.
The kitchen remodel was designed smartly with granite counters, tile backsplash, double Bosch ovens, Bosch 5-burner gas cooktop, Bosch dishwasher, KitchenAid refrigerator and built-in GE microwave.
The kitchen flows to a breakfast room overlooking the patio.
On the other side of the courtyard is the casual den/family room overlooking the backyard.
The den has built-in cabinetry, Saltillo-esque tile floors, a wood-burning fireplace and also overlooks the central courtyard.
This view of the den looks back toward the hallway leading to the front of the home. Just before the hallway is a large storage closet. At the far left is the wet bar area and back stairway.
Just off the den is this splendid wet bar area with glass shelving, overhead stemware racks, wine racks, beverage cooler and built-in storage. The doorway shown leads to the backyard and the back stairway also leads to the location.
The floor plan of this home lends itself so well to a work-from-home situation with two home offices. This office is located on the first floor off the foyer with nice streetside views through plantation shutters. The second office is located upstairs.
Finishing off the first floor is the half bath with pedestal sink, wall coverings and plantation shutters, located off the hallway between foyer and kitchen.
The spacious primary bedroom is located in its own “wing” affording maximum privacy. Windows shown overlook the backyard.
Like most every room in the home, the primary bedroom is surrounded by windows allowing for plentiful natural light. The windows shown here overlook the courtyard.
The primary bathroom has been efficiently remodeled with travertine tile, glass-enclosed shower, double sinks and walk-in closet.
The is one of 2 guest bedrooms currently set up as a TV room by the owners. All bedrooms have an attached bathroom.
This guest bath offers tile flooring, a shower/tub combination and plantation shutters.
This spacious guest bedroom features wood flooring, crown molding and plantation shutters.
This guest bath has also been remodeled with travertine tile, glass-enclosed shower, vanity with glass top and vessel sink, and walk-in closet.
This great second home office is large and offers an abundance of built-in cabinetry.
Finally, the large laundry room is located on the second floor, conveniently near the bedrooms. Washer and dryer may stay with the home.
There are multiple places to enjoy the outdoors in this home. This view is of the courtyard between the living room and den.
The expansive outdoor spaces include this area with dining table and chairs…
…PLUS a large seating area for relaxation.
Off the back of the den is another pergola shading a back porch. The detached garage with apartment above may be seen beyond.
A koi pond has also been added, though it is currently not stocked.
Adjacent to River Oaks, Avalon Place is a favored central location with easy access to downtown, the med center, the Galleria and area freeways. With a high walkability score, you'll find numerous restaurants and retail businesses within easy walking distance. Kids can walk to highly-rated River Oaks Elementary, St. Johns and Lamar High. A classic home in a classic location!
Floorplan - First Floor
Floorplan - Second FloorWonderful opportunity to renovate this gracious home or build on a well-located lot. The first floor offers formal living and dining, kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances and breakfast room, family room/den with fireplace and wet bar, and one of two home offices. Three bedrooms, all with attached baths, plus a second home office await on the second floor. Beautiful oak flooring flows throughout most of the home. A pergola-covered patio is one of multiple spaces to enjoy the outdoors in the sizeable backyard. This home has an abundance of natural light and an efficient floor plan. The home is to be sold as-is with no repairs...see listing agent for recent inspection reports. Zoned to River Oaks Elementary. Great location walkable to area shopping and restaurants and only minutes from downtown and the med center. Showing availability for the interior will be very limited...showings to begin at open house 9/30. Please do not walk the lot without an appointment.
| District: | Houston ISD |
| 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 | $391.25 | $1,193,714 | 8.17% | $1,139,518 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $361.72 | $1,103,599 | 17.19% | $1,035,926 | 10.00% |
| 2021 | $308.67 | $941,751 | -6.07% | $941,751 | -6.07% |
| 2020 | $328.60 | $1,002,567 | 0.28% | $1,002,567 | 0.28% |
| 2019 | $327.70 | $999,815 | 2.46% | $999,815 | 2.46% |
| 2018 | $319.83 | $975,800 | 0.00% | $975,800 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $319.83 | $975,800 | -1.74% | $975,800 | 0.29% |
| 2016 | $325.48 | $993,031 | 1.62% | $972,994 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $320.30 | $977,233 | 14.97% | $884,540 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $278.60 | $850,000 | 16.27% | $804,128 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $239.60 | $731,026 | -5.06% | $731,026 | -5.06% |
| 2012 | $252.38 | $770,001 | $770,001 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $894,880 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $298,834 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,193,714 |
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 % |
