1517 Kirby Drive
Houston, TX 77019
$4,600,000
Price
4
Beds
4
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
6,543 Sq. Ft.
$703 / Sq. Ft.
6,543
Sq. Ft.
$703
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass
Description
This elegant, 1930 Tudor style home is in the heart of River Oaks on a half-acre lot with mature trees. Entering the home, you're met with the dining room and gorgeous wood mantle fireplace. Adjacent to the entry is an entertaining wing, with living room, sun room, and bar. The bar offers custom built-ins, hand-painted wallpaper and access to the backyard. The chef's kitchen opens to the family room, with soaring ceilings, large island with breakfast seating, Viking range, wood burning pizza oven...This elegant, 1930 Tudor style home is in the heart of River Oaks on a half-acre lot with mature trees. Entering the home, you're met with the dining room and gorgeous wood mantle fireplace. Adjacent to the entry is an entertaining wing, with living room, sun room, and bar. The bar offers custom built-ins, hand-painted wallpaper and access to the backyard. The chef's kitchen opens to the family room, with soaring ceilings, large island with breakfast seating, Viking range, wood burning pizza oven and three sets of french doors to the backyard patio and pool. Upstairs, the primary retreat features a fireplace and balcony, jetted tub, large walk-in closet, dual sinks and makeup vanity. 2 en suite bedrooms and living area complete the second floor. An additional secondary bedroom with en suite is found on the third floor. The backyard includes a covered patio, Bocce court and expansive pool with fountains. Above the garage is a studio with full bath- perfect for an older kid or guests!
Listing Agent
![Marnie Greenwood]()
marnie.greenwood@compass.comP: (713)-416-8402
Property Details for 1517 Kirby Drive
Area
16
Geo Market AreaRiver Oaks Area
SubdivisionRiver Oaks Sec 01
Primary Planned CommunityNo
For LeaseNo
School District27 - Houston
StyleTraditional
Private PoolYes
LISTING UPDATED: 10/15/2024 02:07 PM
Property Details for 1517 Kirby Drive
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 79622662 |
| Days on Market | 224 |
| Taxes | $78,135 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single-Family |
| Year Built | 1930 |
| Lot Size | 0.53 AC / 23,100 SF |
| County | Harris County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 3% |
Building Information for 1517 Kirby Drive
Stories2Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.53 AC / 23,100 SF
Property Information for 1517 Kirby Drive
Description Information
School Details
- School Elementary: RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
- School Middle: LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
- School High: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Building Details
- Stories: 2
- Dwelling Type: Free Standing
- Front Door Faces: West, Northwest
- Garage Desc: Detached Garage
- Access: Automatic Gate, Driveway Gate
- New Construction: No
- Year Built Src: Appraisal District
Lot Information
- Acres Description: 1/2 Up to 1 Acre
- Sq Ft Source: Appraisal District
- Lot Size Source: Appraisal District
- Section Num: 0
- Parcel Number: 060-153-036-0002
Parking
- Carport Spaces Count: 1
- Carport Description: Attached Carport
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type 1: Living Room
- Room Dimensions 1: 25x15
- Room Location 1: 1st
Room 2
- Room Type 2: Game Room
- Room Dimensions 2: 14x8
- Room Location 2: 2nd
Room 3
- Room Type 3: Primary Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 3: 17x14
- Room Location 3: 2nd
Room 4
- Room Type 4: Primary Bath
- Room Dimensions 4: 27x11
- Room Location 4: 2nd
Room 5
- Room Type 5: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 5: 13x10
- Room Location 5: 2nd
Room 6
- Room Type 6: Extra Room
- Room Dimensions 6: 11x10
- Room Location 6: 2nd
Room 7
- Room Type 7: Bath
- Room Dimensions 7: 7x5
- Room Location 7: 2nd
Room 8
- Room Type 8: Primary Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 8: 14x13
- Room Location 8: 2nd
Room 9
- Room Type 9: Primary Bath
- Room Dimensions 9: 10x8
- Room Location 9: 2nd
Room 10
- Room Type 10: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 10: 24x16
- Room Location 10: 3rd
Room 11
- Room Type 11: Bath
- Room Dimensions 11: 10x5
- Room Location 11: 3rd
Room 12
- Room Type 12: Dining Room
- Room Dimensions 12: 17x14
- Room Location 12: 1st
Room 13
- Room Type 13: Bath
- Room Dimensions 13: 7x6
- Room Location 13: 1st
Room 14
- Room Type 14: Bath
- Room Dimensions 14: 6x4
- Room Location 14: 1st
Room 15
- Room Type 15: Kitchen
- Room Dimensions 15: 15x11
- Room Location 15: 1st
Room 16
- Room Type 16: Wine Room
- Room Dimensions 16: 23x14
- Room Location 16: 1st
Room 17
- Room Type 17: Family
- Room Dimensions 17: 18x15
- Room Location 17: 1st
Room 18
- Room Type 18: Home Office/Study
- Room Dimensions 18: 12x9
- Room Location 18: 1st
Room 19
- Room Type 19: Extra Room
- Room Dimensions 19: 12x12
- Room Location 19: 2nd
Room 20
- Room Type 20: Extra Room
- Room Dimensions 20: 12x11
- Room Location 20: 1st
Additional Information
- Primary Bath Desc: Half Bath, Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Jetted Tub, Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Secondary Bath(s): Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
- Bed Room Description: All Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor, Walk-In Closet
- Room Description: Breakfast Room, Den, Family Room, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Guest Suite, Home Office/Study, Living Area - 1st Floor, Living Area - 2nd Floor, Loft, Utility Room in House
- Kitchen Description: Breakfast Bar, Island w/o Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Pots/Pans Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting
Interior Exterior Utilities and Additional Information
Interior Features
- Microwave: Yes
- Dishwasher: Yes
- Compactor: No
- Disposal: Yes
- Fireplaces Number: 4
- Fireplace Description: Gaslog Fireplace, Wood Burning Fireplace
- Energy: Attic Vents, Digital Program Thermostat
- Connections: Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
- Range Type: Gas Range
- Oven Type: Double Oven
- Interior Features: Alarm System - Owned, Balcony, Crown Molding, Elevator, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, Wet Bar, Window Coverings, Wired for Sound
- Floors: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Covered Patio/Deck, Detached Gar Apt /Quarters, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Private Driveway, Spa/Hot Tub
- Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
- Foundation: Pier & Beam, Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Siding: Brick
- Utility District: No
- Water Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water
- Heat System: Central Gas
- Pool Private Desc: Gunite
- 55+ Community: No
Financial Information
HOA and Fees
- HOA Mandatory: Yes
- HOA Website: https://ropo.org/
- HOA Phone: 713-622-0001
- Maint Fee Amt: $0
- Maint Fee Pay Schedule: Annually
- Maint Fee Includes: Courtesy Patrol
- Annual Maint Desc: Mandatory
- Fee Other: Yes
- Fee Other Amount: 0
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tax Rate: 2.01%
Property History for 1517 Kirby Drive
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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| Date | Event & Source | Price |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1517 Kirby Drive
Taxable ValueLand$2,148,300Additions$2,051,700Total$4,200,000
Tax Record2023$61,747 ($5,146 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt6,543 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,543 SqFtStories2Lot Size23,100 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyHARRISAPN0601530360002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1517 Kirby Drive
This home is within Houston Independent School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
River Oaks Elementary School PublicPK to 5 | ||
Lanier Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Lamar High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Carnegie Vanguard High School Public9 to 12 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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