1561 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77019

$5,200,000 Asking Price

4 beds
6 baths
6,531  sqft
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.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
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:
Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Flooring:
Carpet, Marble, Slate, Tile, Wood
A/C:
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Window Unit(s)
Heating:
true, Electric, Natural Gas, Window Unit
Fireplace:
Gas, Wood Burning, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 3
Eco/Green Feature:
Thermostat

Exterior

General:
Balcony, Side Yard, Sprinkler System, Spa/Hot Tub
Style:
Colonial, Traditional
Pool:
Gunite, Pool With Hot Tub Attached
Parking:
Automatic Gate, Driveway Gate, Attached, Additional Parking, Auto Driveway Gate, Garage Door Opener, Circular Driveway, Double-Wide Driveway, Extra Driveway

Construction

Roofing:
Composition, Other
Windows:
Insulated/Low-E windows, Window Coverings
General:
Brick, Wood Siding, 3, Slab

Location

Road/Access:
Asphalt, Concrete, Curbs, Gutters
HOA Amenities:
Paid Patrol, Park, 3222.0, Annually
Originating MLS:
Houston Association of Realtors
School District:
27 - Houston
County:
Harris

Lot

Zoning:
LT 6 BLK 36 RIVER OAKS SEC 1, 0601530360006
Fencing:
Back Yard, Full

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Houston Association of Realtors
Exclusions:
Contact Listing Agent

This listing courtesy of:
Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office, Kristin Tillman

About Houston, TX

Housing

Number of Units
1,285,926
Median Home Value
$256,493
Median Rent
$1,020

52.67% of housing units are renter occupied.

8.97% are vacant.

Commute

Car
74.05%
Public Transportation
2.63%
Walk to Work
1.38%
Work from Home
20.26%
Other
1.35%

The median travel time to work is 25 minutes.

People

Population
3,195,460
Median Age
35.60
Median Household Size
2.89

Education

High School
23.45%
Associate’s Degree
6.44%
Bachelor’s Degree
20.00%
Graduate Degree
12.33%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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