2140 Kipling St Houston, TX 77098
River Oaks NeighborhoodEstimated payment $7,170/month
Highlights
- Wine Room
- Media Room
- Deck
- Poe Elementary School Rated A-
- Gated Community
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
Stunning Mediterranean-style home in the heart of Upper Kirby, blending timeless elegance with unique character. An impressive foyer welcomes you, leading to a rustic cellar, wonderful for wine storage, and a private junior master suite, ideal for guests. Expansive living spaces flow seamlessly for entertaining, with soaring ceilings creating an open, airy feel while classic fireplaces add warmth. Distinctive reclaimed windows and doors from Hurricane Katrina add history and craftsmanship throughout. A private elevator provides access to all floors for added convenience. The luxurious primary suite features vaulted ceilings and includes a dedicated library, offering a true retreat. Enjoy breathtaking skyline views from the rooftop terrace, ideal for entertaining.House has a whole home sprinkler system. All info per seller
Listing Agent
Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office License #0444635 Listed on: 03/27/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,626
Year Built
- Built in 2008
Lot Details
- 2,230 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
HOA Fees
- $93 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Electric Gate
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 4,411 Sq Ft Home
- 4-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 3 Fireplaces
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Entrance Foyer
- Wine Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Open Floorplan
- Media Room
- Home Office
- Library
- Game Room
- Utility Room
- Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Convection Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Self-Closing Drawers and Cabinet Doors
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Marble
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Double Vanity
- Single Vanity
- Hydromassage or Jetted Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Security Gate
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Rooftop Access
Schools
- Poe Elementary School
- Lanier Middle School
- Lamar High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Programmable Thermostat
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common areas
- Kipling Street Mews Association, Phone Number (713) 640-5373
- Built by Lovett
- Lanier Place Subdivision
Security
- Gated Community
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,203 | $1,017,566 | $284,660 | $732,906 |
| 2024 | $12,203 | $1,077,049 | $284,660 | $792,389 |
| 2023 | $12,203 | $1,154,253 | $284,660 | $869,593 |
| 2022 | $21,352 | $969,700 | $235,154 | $734,546 |
| 2021 | $20,856 | $894,870 | $235,154 | $659,716 |
| 2020 | $20,583 | $850,000 | $235,154 | $614,846 |
| 2019 | $24,495 | $989,088 | $200,700 | $788,388 |
| 2018 | $15,342 | $880,000 | $200,700 | $679,300 |
| 2017 | $22,251 | $880,000 | $200,700 | $679,300 |
| 2016 | $24,215 | $994,966 | $200,700 | $794,266 |
| 2015 | $16,181 | $985,663 | $173,940 | $811,723 |
| 2014 | $16,181 | $886,042 | $173,940 | $712,102 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/27/2026 03/27/26 | For Sale | $995,000 | -- | $226 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendors Lien | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Vendors Lien | -- | Kirby Title Llc | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 17299549
APN: 1304640010002
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