Houston, TX 77019 3971 Inverness Drive
$12,500,000
45 more
Presented By: Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty;
Beds • 5
Full/Half Baths • 5 / 3
SQFT • 7,221
Garage • 4
Home Details
Nestled in the Tall Timbers section of River Oaks, this exquisite residence, built in 1984, epitomizes timeless elegance and architectural brilliance. Designed by the renowned Ray Bailey Architects, this modified New England "Salt Box" home received a 1985 Houston AIA award. Set on a sprawling one-plus acre wooded lot, the property seamlessly blends contemporary details with New England-style reserve, creating a perfect hybrid design that continues to captivate. The home's structural integrity is ensured by a steel-enforced concrete pier and beam foundation. Special amenities abound, including approximately 100-year-old reclaimed wide plank hardwood floors, exterior moisture-resistant cypress wood siding, a commercial-grade heating and cooling system, a slate tile roof, climate-controlled wine cellar, 4-car attached garage, and more! The kitchen, baths, attached greenhouse, screened porch and gallery have hand-molded brick floors. This home reflects forethought and attention to detail.
Presented By: Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty;
Interior Features for 3971 Inverness Drive
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Possible5
Total Bedrooms5
Bathrooms
Half Baths3
Total Baths8
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
Fireplace FeaturesGas, Gas Log, Wood Burning
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringCarpet, Tile, Wood
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesWet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Bidet, Crown Molding, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Multiple Staircases, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Vanity, Walk-In Pantry, Wired for Sound, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
Laundry FeaturesWasher Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Total Fireplaces4
Window FeaturesWindow Coverings
Other Rooms
Room TypeBreakfast Room/Nook, Dining Room, Entry/Foyer, Family Room, Game Room, Guest Quarters, Library, Office, Utility Room, Wine Room, Half Bath
General for 3971 Inverness Drive
AppliancesConvection Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
Architectural StyleTraditional
Assoc Fee Paid PerAnnually
Association AmenitiesSecurity, Trail(s), Guard
Association Fee IncludesOther
Association NameROPO
Attached Garage Yes
CityHouston
Construction MaterialsBrick, Wood Siding
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Zoned
CountyHarris
DirectionsFrom San Felipe and Willowick, head north on Willowick. Take a left (west) on Inverness. Property will be on the left (south) side of the street.
DisclosuresSeller Disclosure
Elementary SchoolRIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Elementary School District27 - Houston
Energy EfficientThermostat
Facing DirectionNorth
Full Baths5
Garage Spaces4
Garage Y/NYes
HOAYes
HOA Fee$3993
HeatingCentral, Gas, Zoned
High SchoolLAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
High School District27 - Houston
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionTR 3B BLK 90 TALL TIMBERS SECTION OF RIVER OAKS
LevelsTwo
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area16
MLS Area MinorRiver Oaks Area
Middle/Junior High SchoolLANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
Middle/Junior School District27 - Houston
ModificationTimestamp2025-09-24T22:16:46.570-00:00
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresWorkshop
OwnershipFull Ownership
Patio/Porch FeaturesCovered, Deck, Patio
Pool FeaturesIn Ground, Pool/Spa Combo
PostalCityHouston
Property SubtypeDetached
Property TypeResidential
RoofSlate
Security FeaturesSecurity System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
SewerPublic Sewer
Spa FeaturesHot Tub
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count2
Subdivision NameRiver Oaks
Total Rooms24
Virtual TourClick here
Year Built1984
Year Built SourceOwner
Exterior for 3971 Inverness Drive
Building Area Total7221
Exterior AmenitiesCovered Patio, Deck, Fence, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio
FencingBack Yard
Foundation DetailsPillar/Post/Pier
Lot FeaturesSubdivision, Wooded, Side Yard
Lot Size Acres1.0203
Lot Size Area44444
Lot Size SourceAppraiser
Parking FeaturesAdditional Parking, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage
Road Surface TypeAsphalt
SpaYes
Water SourcePublic
Additional Details
Price History
Jeffrey Whitespeare
Founder/Owner