Houston, TX 77019 1561 Kirby Drive
$5,200,000
45 more
Presented By: Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office;
Beds • 4
Full/Half Baths • 3 / 3
SQFT • 6,531
Garage • 2
Home Details
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.
Presented By: Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office;
Interior Features for 1561 Kirby Drive
Bedrooms
Beds Max4
Bedroom DescriptionAll Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor, Walk-In Closet
Total Bedrooms4
Bathrooms
Primary BathBidet, Half Bath, Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Jetted Tub, Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Secondary Bath(s): Separate Shower, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo, Vanity Area
Total Baths3.30
Kitchen
KitchenBreakfast Bar, Butler Pantry, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Under Cabinet Lighting
Other Interior Features
Compactor0
Range TypeGas Range
Oven TypeConvection Oven, Double Oven
CountertopsGranite and Marble
Microwave1
Icemaker1
Sq Ft Total6531
Sq Ft SourceAppraisal
Cool SystemCentral Electric, Window Units
Dishwasher1
Disposal1
Fireplace DescriptionGas Connections, Wood Burning Fireplace
FloorsCarpet, Marble Floors, Slate, Tile, Wood
Other Rooms
Room Count13
Room DescriptionBreakfast Room, Entry, Family Room, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Garage Apartment, Guest Suite w/Kitchen, Home Office/Study, Living Area - 1st Floor, Quarters/Guest House, Utility Room in House
General for 1561 Kirby Drive
AccessAutomatic Gate, Driveway Gate
Acres0.6223
Census Tract4111
CityHouston
CountyHarris
DOM91
DirectionsTraveling north on Kirby Drive. The home will be on your right at the corner of Kirby and Brentwood.
DisclosuresExclusions, Sellers Disclosure
Elementary SchoolRIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
EnergyCeiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Generator, Insulated/Low-E windows
ExclusionsContact Listing Agent
FULLFull Ownership
Fee Other1
Fee Other Amount400
Finance AvailableCash Sale, Conventional
Fireplaces3
For Lease
Full Baths3
Geo Market AreaRiver Oaks Area
HOA Mandatory1
Half Baths3
HeatingCentral Electric, Central Gas, Window Unit
High SchoolLAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Interior FeaturesAlarm System - Owned, Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Dryer Included, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, Prewired for Alarm System, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included, Wet Bar, Window Coverings, Wine/Beverage Fr
Legal SubdivisionRiver Oaks
List TypeExclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Maint Fee Amt3222
Maint Fee Pay ScheduleAnnually
Maintenance Fee IncludesCourtesy Patrol, Other
Management CompanyROPO
Master Planned Community YNNo
Middle SchoolLANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
New Construction0
Open House Public Count0
Property TypeSingle-Family
RestrictionsDeed Restrictions
RoofComposition, Other
School District27 - Houston
StatusActive
Stories3
StyleColonial, Traditional
SubdivisionRiver Oaks
Tax Rate2.0148
Tax Year2023
Vacation RentalNot Allowed
Year Built1935
Yearly Taxes67496
Exterior for 1561 Kirby Drive
Exterious FeaturesBack Yard Fenced, Balcony, Exterior Gas Connection, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Porch, Private Driveway, Side Yard, Spa/Hot Tub, Sprinkler System
FoundationSlab
Front Door FacesWest
Garage CarportAdditional Parking, Auto Driveway Gate, Auto Garage Door Opener, Circle Driveway, Double-Wide Driveway, Extra Driveway
Garage DescriptionAttached Garage
Lot DescriptionCorner, Subdivision Lot
Lot Size27107
Lot Size SourceAppraisal District
No Of Garage Cap2
Pool Area0
Private Pool Y/NYes
SidingBrick, Wood
Street SurfaceAsphalt, Concrete, Curbs, Gutters
Water SewerPublic Sewer, Public Water
Additional Details
Price History
Schools
Elementary School
River Oaks Elementary School (Houston)
Middle School
Lanier Middle School
High School
Lamar High School (Houston)
Jeffrey Whitespeare
Founder/Owner