$18,900,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2025
Last list price
5 Beds
6 Baths
9,428 Sq Ft
1.64 Acres

Recently Sold

$2,005 Per Sq Ft

205 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Room
  • In Ground Pool
  • 1.64 Acre Lot
  • River Oaks Elementary School Rated A
  • Garage Apartment
  • Dual Staircase

About This Home

As of July 2025

An enchanting River Oaks estate encompassing over 1.6+ acres of fully-gated grounds consisting of three distinct dwellings with a 5-Bedroom Main House (*9,428 sq. ft.), a poolside Entertainment Pavilion (*978 sq. ft.), and 2-Bedroom Guest Apartment (*1,484 sq. ft.) atop a 4-Car Garage. The original residence, designed by John F. Staub, has been respectfully restored and reimagined utilizing the talented team of architect Martha Bute in collaboration with interior designer Bruce Budd incorporating museum-quality finishes, impeccable scale, and sublime views of the park-like setting designed by McDugald Steele. Elevator-installed. Slate Roof. Kohler Generator. Chilled Water AC System. Water Well. A masterpiece of preservation and timeless design for a remarkably refined lifestyle. (*per Appraisal).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Sweeney

Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston License #0454085 Listed on: 09/09/2024

Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura Sweeney

Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston License #0454085 Listed on: 09/09/2024

Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $250,711

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 1.64 Acre Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Sprinkler System

HOA Fees

  • $355 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage
  • 2 Attached Carport Spaces
  • Garage Apartment
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Circular Driveway
  • Electric Gate
  • Additional Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Slate Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 9,428 Sq Ft Home
  • 2.5-Story Property
  • Elevator
  • Wet Bar
  • Dual Staircase
  • Crown Molding
  • High Ceiling
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Formal Entry
  • Wine Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Library
  • Game Room
  • Utility Room
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone
  • Marble

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Maid or Guest Quarters
  • Double Vanity
  • Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Security Gate
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • River Oaks Elementary School
  • Lanier Middle School
  • Lamar High School

Utilities

  • Power Generator
  • Well

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: Contact Listing Agent

Community Details

Overview

  • Ropo Association, Phone Number (713) 622-0001
  • River Oaks Country Club Estate Subdivision

Security

  • Security Guard

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$250,711

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$355 per month

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Directions: From Westheimer: travel north on River Oaks Boulevard and fully gated property will be on the western side of the street prior to reaching San Felipe.
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.6423
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Subdivision Name: River Oaks Country Club Estate
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Spa Features: Hot Tub
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Gas Log, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Marble, Stone, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Crown Molding, Dual Sinks, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Elevator, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Multiple Staircases, Pantry, Stone Counters, Separate Shower
  • Living Area: 9428.0
  • Dining Room Type: Breakfast Room/Nook, Basement, Dining Room, Entry/Foyer, Game Room, Garage Apartment, Guest Quarters, Library, Living Room, Utility Room, Wine Room

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Exclusions Disclosure, None
  • Exclusions: Contact Listing Agent
  • Roof: Slate
  • Lot Features: Subdivision
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • Construction Type: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Fully Fenced, Hot Tub/Spa, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Porch, Patio
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
  • Other Structures: Garage Apartment
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 4.0
  • Parking Features: Attached Carport, Additional Parking, Circular Driveway, Detached, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Electric: Generator
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Security Gate, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Other
  • Heating: Other
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs
  • Amenities: Guard
  • Association Fee: 4254.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: ROPO
  • Phone: 713-622-0001
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
  • Junior High Dist: 27 - Houston
  • High School: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
  • Middle Or Junior School: LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 250711.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 9, 2024
Closed on
Jul 31, 2025
Sold by
Pyle Kelly Anne Brookshire and Brookshire Larry C
Bought by
Long Martha Katherine and Wade Sean Patrick
Seller's Agent
Laura Sweeney
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Buyer's Agent
Laura Sweeney
Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
List Price
$18,900,000
Views
798

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-99.90%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2014
Sold by
Lcb Holdings Inc
Bought by
Lcb Brookside Intersts Ltd

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2011
Sold by
Frost James C and Frost Elizabeth Batten
Bought by
Brookshire Larry C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2008
Sold by
James C Frost Section 5 Trust and Frost James C
Bought by
Frost James C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2008
Sold by
Elaine S White Trust and White Elaine S
Bought by
James C Frost Section 5 Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 1994
Sold by
Texas Commerce Bank National Assn
Bought by
Frost Peter M
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Charter Title Company
Special Warranty Deed -- Veritas Title Partners Lp
Warranty Deed -- Charter Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Special Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Sold -- -- --
04/02/2025 04/02/25 Pending -- -- --
09/09/2024 09/09/24 For Sale $18,900,000 -- $2,005 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $152,085 $15,024,696 $10,641,575 $4,383,121
2023 $135,097 $13,700,479 $10,337,530 $3,362,949
2022 $218,045 $12,040,900 $9,121,350 $2,919,550
2021 $209,815 $9,002,395 $6,485,650 $2,516,745
2020 $217,560 $8,984,192 $6,485,650 $2,498,542
2019 $228,391 $9,025,718 $6,485,650 $2,540,068
2018 $156,766 $8,947,464 $6,485,650 $2,461,814
2017 $226,242 $8,947,464 $6,485,650 $2,461,814
2016 $226,242 $8,947,464 $6,485,650 $2,461,814
2015 $143,860 $8,947,464 $6,485,650 $2,461,814
2014 $143,860 $8,254,503 $5,802,950 $2,451,553
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 21594082

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 0601430000005