20 Sunset BoulevardHouston, TX 77005

Description

A rare in-town estate, 20 Sunset Boulevard offers an extraordinary combination of security, architectural character, and location directly across from Rice University, with close proximity to Downtown, the Medical Center, and the Museum District. Behind private gates on approximately .41 acre, this distinguished 1942 residence has been thoughtfully renovated and refreshed for sophisticated modern living. Approximately 6,922 SF includes elegant formals, multiple living spaces, walnut herringbone floors, an antique marble mantel, crystal staircase balusters, and abundant natural light. A chef’s kitchen with a commercial-grade scullery & a glass-walled sunroom overlooking the grounds creates exceptional spaces for entertaining. The expansive primary suite features dual baths, dressing areas, & multiple closets. An elevator, mature landscaping, & a resort-style pool w/ pool house complete this exceptional estate--an opportunity extraordinarily difficult to recreate in the heart of Houston.

Property Information

Property type

Residential

Sub-type

Single Family Residence

Style

French / Traditional

Year built

1942

Living area

6,922 Sq Ft

Lot size

0.41 acres

Garage spaces

2

Parking spaces

2

Days on market

35

MLS^® Listing#

43863218

Property Features

Interior

Crown Molding · Elevator · High Ceilings · Wet Bar · Wired for Sound · Walk-In Closet(s) · Breakfast Bar · Pantry · Bidet · Entrance Foyer · Vaulted Ceiling(s) · Kitchen Island · Double Vanity · Soaking Tub · Smart Thermostat

Exterior

Balcony

Appliances

Water Heater · Disposal · Ice Maker · Wine Refrigerator · Convection Oven · Double Oven · Microwave · Gas Cooktop · Induction Cooktop · Dishwasher · Dryer · Oven · Refrigerator · Washer · Cooktop

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s) · Electric · Zoned

Heating

Natural Gas · Zoned

Flooring

Marble · Wood

Fireplace

Gas Log

Pool

Gunite · In Ground

Parking

Attached · Additional Parking · Garage Door Opener

Laundry

Electric Dryer Hookup · Gas Dryer Hookup · Washer Hookup

Patio

Covered · Porch · Patio

Fencing

Back Yard · Full

Lot features

Back Yard · Subdivided

Construction

Stucco · Wood Siding

Foundation

Slab

Roof

Other

Windows

Window Coverings

Community

Curbs

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water source

Public · Well

Rooms

Schools

Elementary

Poe Elementary School

Middle

Lanier Middle School

High

Lamar High School (Houston)

Financial Details

HOA

$3,600 / Annually

Parcel number

1171840000003

Directions

DO NOT FOLLOW GOOGLE MAPS. FROM RICE AND UNIVERSITY, HEAD EAST ON RICE. RICE WILL TURN INTO SUNSET, WATCH FOR THE GATE TO THE ENTRANCE OF OAK SHADOWS JUST EAST OF ECONGREGATION EMANUEL. IF YOU END UP ON INSTITUTE, YOU CANNOT GET INTO THE PROPERTY.