Active
1561 Kirby Drive
Houston TX, 77019
$5,200,000
$796.20 per sqft
Active
4 Beds
6 Baths
6,531 sqft
Residential
Built in 1935
Surrounded by iron fence, banks of colorful azaleas, & 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 a gorgeous cast plaster ceiling. An intimate yet spacious dining room w/stone fireplace is made for memories. The living room boasts a fireplace & classic ceiling detail. Nearby study is anchored by leaded glass window framed by Peggy Martin roses. A cook's kitchen w/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 & pwdr rm) with unmatched ceiling mural, marble fireplace & dramatic access to pool.
23379504
MLSⓇ ID
October 7, 2024
Listed
February 20, 2025
Updated
Map
1561 Kirby Drive
Houston TX, 77019
Interior Features
Total Stories
3
Bedrooms
4
Total Bathrooms
6
Full Bathrooms
3
Half Bathrooms
3
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 - 2nd Floor, Walk-In Closet(s), Countertops(Granite And Marble)
Appliances
Disposal, Ice Maker, Dryer Included, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included, Wine Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Double Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Laundry Description
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Floor Description
Carpet, Marble, Slate, Tile, 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
Architectural Style
Colonial, Traditional
Roof
Composition, Other
Sewer
Public Sewer
Patio And Porch
Patio/Deck, Porch
Window
Insulated/Low-E windows, Window Coverings
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
109
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, Extra Driveway
View
No
County
Harris
Water Source
Public
Pool
Yes
Pool Features
Gunite, Pool With Hot Tub Attached
Courtesy of Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office, Kristin Tillman
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