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Stacie Giroux
1127 Ben Hur is the one you've been waiting for! Obviously attractive, and certain to impress! Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul de sac.
Mature shade trees line the quiet streets of this lovely neighborhood. It is easy to forget that quick access to I-10 is nearby. The extra width of the driveway provides the convenience of parking three vehicles without anyone getting blocked in.
Manicured and meticulous, the raised arched entry with iron and glass doors provides a graceful first impression.
Grand-scale is accented by a light, fresh color palette, impressive ceiling height, rich wood floors, architectural accents and massive wood trim.
The towering foyer with sweeping wood staircase offers views through an archway to the great room with a wall of glass overlooking the incredible backyard sanctuary!
A box beam ceiling tops the stately great room, warmed by a floor-to-ceiling stacked stone fireplace and accented by antique mirrored shelves. The large wall-mounted TV is less than a year old and stays with the home. The home is wired for ceiling speakers, inside and out.
A truly remarkable backyard sanctuary is very private! The vast outdoor covered seating is richly accented with wood ceiling detail. The outdoor space is wired for sound and features a mosquito misting system (front and back). Do a quick rinse at the outdoor shower!
Double ovens, professional grade gas cooktop and built-in refrigerator will impress the most discerning chef! A row of glass front cabinets complete the space.
The flowing plan offers style, size and comfort and affords the ultimate in entertaining space.
What a great place to watch a movie in front of a crackling fire! Antique mirrors reflect the light beautifully and give the large space even more depth.
This 2-story study is just off the foyer. A large window overlooks the incredible trees and nicely illuminates the space.
Wide baseboards and custom wall and ceiling treatments are enhanced by gorgeous lighting in the dining room. Elegant draperies frame an expansive arched window. The dining room can accommodate large scale entertaining.
This elegant space was just made for beautiful candlelight dinners.
Chill your favorite whites in the wine fridge of the wetbar perfectly located. Glass front cabinets provide beautiful, convenient storage for stemware.
A wine corking table and a place to store your favorites, behind decorative wrought iron.
A copper sink, neutral granite, stone backsplash and floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry create a beautiful kitchen with room for everyone to gather!
A plate glass window in the breakfast room provides a seamless connection to the outdoor kitchen, which is conveniently located close to the kitchen!
The long breakfast bar is great for quick meals or just keeping the chef company. Just off the breakfast room, a laundry room, mud room, pool bath and a home management office.
This convenient pool bath features another gorgeous wall treatment, handsome cabinetry and an amazing light fixture.
This perfectly placed powder bath is just off the living area.
The magnificent open beam ceiling of the great room is repeated in the spacious owner's suite. Through an arched opening, a sitting room overlooks the backyard and dazzling pool.
The designer wall finish and warm wood floor create a crisp, calm retreat.
The primary bath is perfect for soaking away the stress of the day, under a barrel ceiling with exquisite chandelier. Details such as the patterned stone floor tile, and interesting windows above the soaking tub, add unique personality to the large spa bath. Double doors lead to a dream closet that will surely impress with its size and built-ins.
Creamy travertine walls line the oversized shower with dual shower heads and a full length bench.
Dual bow front vanities are topped by transom windows adding just the right amount of natural light to the owner's bath. The oversized shower is seperate, and away from the vanities.
The second floor game room is vaulted and features wood beamed ceiling, a study area with desk and lots of natural light. (wired for sound)
A quiet place to study or work from home, just off the game room. This second study off the game room is perfect for today's lifestyles.
The second floor media room is wired for sound and has a walk-in closet, making this a great 5th bedroom option!
This secondary bedroom with private bath, gains vertical space with a tray ceiling. All bedrooms in this home have nice walk-in closets.
Look at the details in this secondary bathroom! The barrel ceiling is tiled, over the tub with shower. A nice bow front vanity and wall of cabinets provide great looking storage.
The secondary bedrooms have been updated with new flooring. This secondary bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, a nice walk-in closet and a private vanity with shared bath.
Another secondary bathroom with great details such as the custom floor tile and tiled barrel ceiling over the bathtub/shower.
Large secondary bedroom with tray ceiling, private vanity, shared bath and walk-in closet.
The second floor half bath has a bow front vanity and elegant lighting.
Travertine decking, wood detailed ceiling and stone accented columns are a few of the details that add a unique personality and flair to the outdoor kitchen and seating areas. The outdoor kitchen is well-equipped to entertain friends and family with poolside dinners. (wired for sound)
The indoor and outdoor spaces are practically seamless with large plate glass windows connecting the spaces. 
Entertaining a crowd is effortless with plenty of space for everyone to watch the the big game, under the phenomenal covered porch with breezy ceiling fans. The hammock chairs (sure to be a favorite), and the TV stay with the home. (wired for ceiling speakers)
Manicured and low-maintenance landscape surround the saltwater pool and nice sized yard beyond. The backyard enjoys privacy provided by a one-story back neighbor.
A wall of cascading waterfalls on one end and a raised hot tub at the other end, add to the stately simplicity and clean lines of this Piazza Custom Pool.
This space is large enough to accommodate a playset or play area for people and pets. Both front and backyard are protected by a mosquito misting system.
All of this, with the comfort of Spring Valley Village private fire and police departments, highly desired schools and a location convenient to Downtown, The Galleria, The Energy Corridor, and Texas Medical Center!It's the one you’ve waited for! Quality construction, fine finishes, smart floor plan, great location, popular schools and a lovely neighborhood are the backdrop for a home unique, stylish and comfortable. A quiet cul-de-sac is the setting for iron and glass doors opening to a towering foyer with sweeping staircase and views of glimmering saltwater, cascading waterfalls, and flames dancing through shimmering glass stones in a private backyard sanctuary. The travertine pool and spa, vast covered, outdoor seating, green space and summer kitchen are incredible, but inside, there's so much more! A grand-scale kitchen is well-appointed with double ovens, built-in refrigerator, stone backsplash and long high bar, overlooking the breakfast room, great room and summer kitchen with pool bath. A box beam ceiling tops a stately great room, warmed by a massive stone fireplace, framed by antique mirrored shelves. The secluded owner's suite features a dream closet, arched sitting area and spa bath.
| District: | Spring Branch |
| Elementary School: | Valley Oaks Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Spring Branch Middle School  Good | |
| High School: | Memorial High School Excellent | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $377.62 | $1,863,562 | 16.55% | $1,758,900 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $324.01 | $1,599,000 | -1.54% | $1,599,000 | -1.54% |
| 2021 | $329.07 | $1,623,962 | 6.78% | $1,623,962 | 6.78% |
| 2020 | $308.17 | $1,520,800 | -1.57% | $1,520,800 | -1.57% |
| 2019 | $313.07 | $1,545,000 | 0.47% | $1,545,000 | 0.47% |
| 2018 | $311.62 | $1,537,832 | 0.00% | $1,537,832 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $311.62 | $1,537,832 | 7.84% | $1,537,832 | 7.84% |
| 2016 | $288.96 | $1,426,000 | -9.51% | $1,426,000 | 1.16% |
| 2015 | $319.32 | $1,575,826 | 19.78% | $1,409,664 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $266.59 | $1,315,630 | 16.63% | $1,281,513 | 13.61% |
| 2013 | $228.57 | $1,128,000 | 178.58% | $1,128,000 | 178.58% |
| 2012 | $82.05 | $404,906 | $404,906 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $635,100 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $1,228,462 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,863,562 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| SPRING BRANCH ISD: | 1.0789 % |
| 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 % |
| SPRING VALLEY CITY OF: | 0.3950 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.0090 % |
