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Yvonne Bonner-Holley
Handsome Flagstone Construction stands tall on a bluff in a premier neighborhood, established in 1908 by Italian immigrants. Recent Deed Restriction updates enforce a minimum building line and lot size to preserve the integrity and historical values of Temple Terrace. Quiet neighborhood within walking distance to the $58 Mil.renovation of Bayou Bend Park, 3 miles to DT Houston, quick access to all freeways, convenient to Texas Medical Center, River Oaks Shopping Center, The Heights and Montrose.
Some of the photos shown here have been professionally staged in order to assist the viewer to visualize the potentials this versatile floor plan offers. This photo is staged as a living room with views of kitchen and study beyond.
Same photo as previous photo with north-east perspective shows the original wood burning fireplace and original hardwood floors. Natural daylight streams thru recently installed double hung low-e windows supplemented by ceiling recessed lights.
Downstairs room close to entry. Photo showing east perspective, door on left provides entry to large full bath. This room has previously served as a bedroom as well as a study.
Same room as previously shown but from different angle. Notice the Mahogany Front Door installed approx. Aug.2017. Windows provide north and west refracted daylight making this room a wonderful place to work.
(1st floor) Kitchen. Very functional, but many buyers would update this space. Gas cooktop, wall ovens, double sinks, dishwasher. Door leads to driveway area making grocery unloading easy. 
1st floor Kitchen photo showing how a "Great Room" can be created. 2 pairs of double French doors allow an abundance of daylight.
Photo of 2nd floor large room. To the left is the stairs to downstairs and 2 bedrooms while the carpeted stairs in this room lead to the third floor. The balcony overlooks the backyard and another wood burning fireplace is not shown in this photo. Please see staged photo of this space coming next.
Same room as previous photo staged with a pool table and seating groups. Solid door in back right side of photo opens to a large closet. Wood burning fireplace has gas starter. French Doors lead to balcony.
Upstairs Bedroom #1, previously used as the Master. North-West perspective showing entrance to Hollywood Bath.
Another perspective of bedroom #1 showing entrance and bedroom #2 beyond. The large walk-in closet with shuttered doors is a plus.
Original Hollywood Bath is in nice condition. Lot of space with built in storage/linen closet. Recent 55 gallon water heater is in addition to recent tankless heater to replenish the hot water. Tub has original arches, so much charm. 
Bedroom #2 shares the Hollywood Bath on the East side of 2nd floor. Very large walk-in closet and beautiful hardwood floors.
Bedroom #2. North-East perspective. Refracted natural daylight and track lights. The 2 doors on left provide access to the Hollywood Bath and the oversized walk-in closet. Both upstairs bedrooms retain the original hardwood floors shown in photo.
3rd floor Kitchenette. Tile flooring, disposal, large refrigerator and space for electric ovens.
3rd floor large room with Kitchenette and Full Bath beyond. Cathedral Ceiling, Hunter Fans, engineered hardwood floors. Staged to suggest potential usage. This room has great natural light.Third floor, with it's private stairs, has served as previous owners' guest quarters.
Unstaged photo of 3rd floor. Doors to Bedrooms #3 and #4 are shown to the right. All rooms on 3rd floor have beautiful engineered hardwoods and all have ceiling fans. The Full Bath had recently been remodeled with granite counters.
3rd floor from North-East perspective. Wonderful, soaring ceilings, views of the DT Skyline. Doors shown in photo access bedrooms and the stairs landing is showing to the right. 
Bedroom #3 has charming ceiling lines that follow the roof line. There is extra storage in the small door shown to the right of the photo.
Bedroom#4 from a North-West perspective showing Kitchenette beyond. Large reach-in closet, vaulted ceilings and Hunter Ceiling fan.
Balony with South-East perspective showing neighbors outdoor decking. This neighborhood loves their DT Skyline views and the fireworks displays.
Backyard, with brick patio, just waiting for your landscaping and pool, if desired. Sprinkler system recently installed in both back and front yards. Recent fence and 2 car garage shown in photo.
Handsome 1930s duplex reconfigured as a spacious, single family home in Temple Terrace, a beloved charming deed restricted neighborhood just 3 miles from Downtown Houston. Quiet neighborhood with views of the Houston Skyline so close to activities along Buffalo Bayou. With a walking score of 82, rated #2 in the city, Scotts Park, Waugh Bat Colony, bike & hike trails along Allen Parkway and Buffalo Bayou, much more. Recent costly, utilitarian updates to this well built house include low-e windows, plumbing updates, roof replaced, tankless H20, cement board added, replaced water lines, recent sprinkler system, HVAC and more. Super flexible floor plan, ideal for a large or extended family... 4 Bedrooms and 3 full baths, 2 wood burning fireplaces... most rooms are exceedingly large and enjoy refracted natural light. Some of the posted photos are "staged" to illustrate potential of the spaces. Deed restrictions have been updated to protect the integrity of this historic neighborhood.
| District: | Houston |
| Elementary School: | Wharton K-8 Dual Language Academy   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Gregory-Lincoln Ed Ctr  Good | |
| High School: | Lamar High School Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $220.07 | $695,855 | 20.86% | $695,855 | 20.86% |
| 2022 | $182.09 | $575,763 | 1.78% | $575,763 | 1.78% |
| 2021 | $178.91 | $565,712 | -18.78% | $565,712 | -18.78% |
| 2020 | $220.27 | $696,482 | 4.90% | $696,482 | 23.24% |
| 2019 | $209.98 | $663,970 | 10.39% | $565,126 | 10.00% |
| 2018 | $190.23 | $601,500 | 0.00% | $513,751 | 10.00% |
| 2017 | $190.23 | $601,500 | -1.25% | $467,047 | 10.00% |
| 2016 | $192.63 | $609,100 | 29.60% | $424,589 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $148.64 | $470,000 | 11.90% | $385,990 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $132.83 | $420,000 | 31.66% | $350,900 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $100.89 | $319,000 | 0.00% | $319,000 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | $100.89 | $319,000 | $319,000 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $475,000 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $220,855 |
| Total Market Value: | $695,855 |
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 % |
