1561 Kirby Drive, Houston TX, 77019

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1561 Kirby Drive

Houston TX, 77019

$5,200,000

$796.20 per sqft

Active

4 Beds

4.5 Baths

6,531 sqft

Residential

Built in 1935

Fully gated with banks of colorful azalea and a lush lawn-1561 Kirby Drive awaits. This iconic colonial is positioned at Kirby & Brentwood (over half acre) to maximize privacy among towering oaks. Black & white marble foyer is adorned by an embellished patterned ceiling. An intimate yet spacious dining room with stone fireplace is made for memories. The living room boasts a fireplace & paneled accents. Nearby study is anchored by leaded glass window framed by Peggy Martin roses. A cook's kitchen with features too numerous to mention is open to family & breakfast rooms. Climatized wine storage enhances this home's heart. Two powder rms & apt. behind the garage complete the 1st fl. Pool, entertaining space & flowing fountain fulfill the grounds. The 2nd fl includes a primary suite & two BRs with fourth suite & exercise rm on the 3rd fl. The defining feature is an elegant music/ballroom (wet bar & powder rm) with an unforgettable ceiling mural, marble fireplace & dramatic access to pool.

60732240

MLSⓇ ID

April 22, 2024

Listed

April 30, 2024

Updated

Map

1561 Kirby Drive
Houston TX, 77019

Interior Features

Total Stories: 3
Bedrooms: 4 Beds
Bathrooms: 4.5 Baths
Interior Features: Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Formal Entry/Foyer, Prewired for Alarm System, Wet Bar, Wired for Sound, All Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 2 nd Floor, Walk-In Closet(s), Countertops(Granite And Marble)
Appliances: Disposal, Ice Maker, Dryer Included, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Laundry Description: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Floor Description: Carpet, Marble, Slate, Wood
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Description: Gas, Wood Burning
Cooling: Yes
Cooling Description: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Window Unit(s)
Heating: Yes
Heating Description: Electric, Natural Gas, Window Unit

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size: 0.62 Acres
Exterior Features: Balcony, Side Yard, Sprinkler System
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Subdivided, 1/2 Up to 1 Acre
Architectual Style: Colonial, Traditional
Roof: Composition, Other
Sewer: Public Sewer

School Information

School District: 27 - Houston
High School: Lamar High School (Houston)
Elementary School: River Oaks Elementary School (Houston)

Other Property Details

Area Name: 16
Taxes: $67,496
Tax Frequency: Annually
Days on Market: 8
Association Fee: $3,222
Association Fee Frequency: Yearly
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Automatic Gate, Driveway Gate, Attached, Additional Parking, Auto Driveway Gate, Garage Door Opener, Circular Driveway, Double-Wide Driveway
View: No
County: Harris
Water Source: Public
Pool: Yes
Pool Features: Gunite
Buyer Agency Compensation: 3%

Courtesy of Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office, Kristin Tillman

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