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Stacie Giroux
BACK YARD with heated POOL & HOT TUB is extremely private.
FRONT ELEVATION: Incredible opportunity in the Museum District, this Carol Isaak Barden developed contemporary offers the most exceptional architectural design and finishes in modern living.
Another view of the FRONT ELEVATION at dusk.
FRONT ELEVATION
Gated entry with wood paneled accent wall; wood trim on exterior is Massaranduca, a Brazilian exotic hard wood.
FRONT ENTRY HALL
Climate controlled wine storage holds 400 bottles of your favorite wines!
LIVING ROOM with floor to ceiling windows allows for ample northern light; exotic hard woods with built in bench seating.
Another view of the LIVING ROOM looking towards the dining room and kitchen; fantastic view of the backyard with summer kitchen and pool.
Another view of the LIVING ROOM; this home has wonderful wall space and recessed art lighting for the most discerning art collector.
Another view of the KITCHEN looking out the sliding glass doors to the beautiful back yard; all first floor windows and sliding glass doors are equipped with 3M film for protection from sun and breakage.
Abundant counter and cabinet space with etched granite counter tops.
The focal point of this gourmet KITCHEN is a stunning, custom Mesquite and Wenge wood & concrete island which offers additional seating space or perfect for entertaining a crowd; stainless appliances; beverage / wine fridge; an abundance of windows overlooking the back yard and pool; sufficient counter and cabinet space .
Kitchen looking towards dining room and out to summer kitchen.
DINING ROOM with pendant lighting; built-in buffet with abundant cabinet space and concrete floors; slatted wood trim divider offers a dramatic presence.
View of DINING ROOM and KITCHEN
Another view of the DINING ROOM with transom window for beautiful natural light while still retaining privacy.
Open floor plan showing dining room looking towards kitchen and living room.
SECONDARY BEDROOM currently being used as a media room with 12 foot ceilings and automatic black out shades, full bath and walk-in closet.
Another view of the secondary bedroom.
Magazine worthy powder room with custom steel sink and concrete counter top, designer pendant lighting and wood paneled walls.
Just off the entry and outside of the first floor secondary bedroom.
Slatted wood trim stairwell is one of the many exceptional architectural details in this home.
Siding glass doors lead to second floor terrace.
Second floor landing with elevator capable closet behind slatted wood dividing wall and recessed lighting throughout.
PRIMARY BEDROOM is oversized and has electric black out shades with 12 foot ceilings and exquisite hard wood floors.
Another view of the PRIMARY BEDROOM 
Another view of the PRIMARY BEDROOM
PRIMARY BATH with etched granite counter top, tile floor and walls, water closet with glass door and two separate closets not shown; transom window allows for wonderful natural light while remaining private.
Another view of the PRIMARY BATH with dual sinks and etched granite counter top.
Another view of the PRIMARY BATH showing shower door on left and water closet on right.
Second floor SECONDARY BEDROOM located at the back of the home overlooking the back yard and pool; large enough to have your office in your bedroom - the perfect work from home spot.
Another view of the SECONDARY BEDROOM with the abundance of natural light from large picture windows with electric black out shades and beautiful hard wood floors.
SECONDARY BATH
Enormous second floor TERRACE with sliding glass doors is the perfect place to relax and unwind or entertain with friends; treetop views of golden sunsets is the perfect retreat!
Another view of this incredible tree top terrace.
Resort style BACK YARD with heated pool and hot tub; wood beam pergola and built in grill is a magical place for dining al freso.
SUMMER KITCHEN off the kitchen and living room offers a built-in grill and decorative pergola to tie in the architectural elements of the home.
Heated lap pool with hot tub is surrounded by lush landscaping and lighting for your own private oasis.
Another view of the pool off summer kitchen.
Welcome home to 1916 Banks!!
Another view of the sleek wine storage in entry.
Glass enclosed 400 bottle WINE STORAGE is a fabulous focal point upon entering.
Titled 'The Handmade House', developed by Carol Isaak Barden, this modern masterpiece offers the highest level of living; open floor plan with 12 foot ceilings; dramatic entry with sophisticated glass enclosed wine storage; gourmet kitchen offers incredible, hand crafted Mesquite and Wenge wood and concrete island, etched granite counter tops and Energy Star appliances; floor to ceiling windows allows for an abundance of natural light; living room, dining room and kitchen overlook the resort style backyard and pool with summer kitchen and pergola; steel roof; professional grade sound and lighting system; heated pool and hot tub with Pentair remote control; enormous second floor terrace offers sunset views for the finest in outdoor entertaining; whole house generator; 3M security film on all first floor windows and sliding glass doors; mosquito and sprinkler system; this Boulevard Oaks beauty is within minutes of Rice Village and the Medical Center.
| District: | Houston |
| Elementary School: | Poe 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 | $491.74 | $1,641,431 | 19.38% | $1,512,500 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $411.92 | $1,375,000 | -5.36% | $1,375,000 | -5.36% |
| 2021 | $435.27 | $1,452,931 | -0.35% | $1,452,931 | -0.35% |
| 2020 | $436.78 | $1,457,983 | 0.41% | $1,457,983 | 0.41% |
| 2019 | $435.01 | $1,452,051 | 0.83% | $1,452,051 | 0.83% |
| 2018 | $431.42 | $1,440,081 | 0.00% | $1,440,081 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $431.42 | $1,440,081 | 0.32% | $1,440,081 | 0.32% |
| 2016 | $430.05 | $1,435,511 | 0.00% | $1,435,511 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | $430.05 | $1,435,511 | -13.40% | $1,435,511 | -0.10% |
| 2014 | $496.62 | $1,657,727 | 28.51% | $1,436,980 | 11.39% |
| 2013 | $386.46 | $1,290,000 | 3.69% | $1,290,000 | 3.69% |
| 2012 | $372.70 | $1,244,088 | $1,244,088 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $579,500 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $1,061,931 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,641,431 |
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 % |
