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1 Longfellow Lane

Houston, TX 77005

4 beds
6 baths
9,863 sqft
~2 acre lot
$1,074 per sqft
1926 build
– on site

A true treasure in an unbeatable Museum District/Med Center location, this recently renovated 1920’s 4/5++ Mediterranean Revival Style home with rich historical details is a timeless work of art! Located on 2+ acres in prestigious gated Shadyside, this important home designed by William Ward Watkin, notable architect for much of Rice U, the original MFAH, and other Houston Landmarks. Extensive renovation and a seamless 1,200 sq ft addition by Rudy Colby Design. “Good Brick Award” from Preservation Houston. Nothing compares to this architectural gem featuring stunning kitchen/baths, sumptuous primary suite, impressive landscaped grounds designed by the Office of James Burnett (OJB), pool/tennis/motor ct/ 2 car porte-cochere, “Artist Cottage”, elevator, 3 car Carriage House with apartments above and below. In the heart of Houston’s bustling Museum District with proximity to Downtown, the Med Center, and the Rice University trail this is one of Houston’s most distinguished residences.

Listing courtesy of HAR / Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Dec 30, 2024 •

MLS# 13760486 —

The Building

Year Built:

1926
Year Built Source:

Appraisal District
New Construction:

No
Style:

Mediterranean
Dwelling Type:

Free Standing
Front Door Faces:

East
Roof:

Tile
Stories:

3
Siding:

Brick, Stucco
Foundation:

Pier & Beam

Interior

Interior:

2 Staircases, Alarm System - Owned, Balcony, Crown Molding, Dryer Included, Elevator, Elevator Shaft, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Spa/Hot Tub, Washer Included, Wired for Sound
Room Count:

14
Room Description:

Basement, Breakfast Room, Family Room, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Garage Apartment, Home Office/Study, Library, Living Area - 2nd Floor, Quarters/Guest House, Sun Room, Utility Room in House
Kitchen Description:

Breakfast Bar, Island w/o Cooktop, Pots/Pans Drawers, Second Sink, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting, Walk-in Pantry
Countertops:

Granite and Quartz
Floors:

Marble Floors, Stone, Tile, Wood
Total Fireplaces:

2
Fireplace:

Gaslog Fireplace, Wood Burning Fireplace

Financial & Terms

Finance Available:

Cash Sale, Conventional
Price SqFt List:

$1,074.72
Price Acre List:

5170731.71

Location

Directions:

Traveling East on Southwest Freeway, exit onto Main Street. Turn right on Main Street and head toward TX MED CTR & the Museum District. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Main Street. Turn right onto Longfellow Lane and gates to Shadyside neighborhood.
Latitude:

29.721907
Longitude:

-95.393458

The Property

Parcel Number:

050-226-000-0009
Property Type:

Single-Family
Acres:

2.05
Acres Description:

2 up to 5 Acres
Lot Description:

Corner, Subdivision Lot
Lot Size:

89,298 Sqft
Lot Size Source:

Appraisal District
Lot Price SqFt List:

118.70
Total SqFt:

9,863 Sqft
SqFt Source:

Appraisal District
Exterior:

Back Green Space, Back Yard Fenced, Balcony, Detached Gar Apt /Quarters, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Porch, Private Driveway, Private Tennis Court, Side Yard, Sprinkler System, Storage Shed
Area:

17
Private Pool:

Yes
Private Pool Description:

Gunite, In Ground
Pool Area:

No
Street Surface:

Asphalt
Exclusions:

See Listing Agent

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2022
Tax Amount:

$111,239

Beds

Total Bedrooms:

4
Bedroom Description:

All Bedrooms Up, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor

Baths

Total Baths:

5.20
Full Baths:

5
Half Baths:

2
Master Bath Description:

Half Bath, Primary Bath: Jetted Tub, Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Secondary Bath(s): Double Sinks, Secondary Bath(s): Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo, Two Primary Baths, Vanity Area

The Listing

Virtual Tour
Status:

Active
Disclosures:

Exclusions, Sellers Disclosure

Heating & Cooling

Heat System:

Central Gas, Zoned
Cool System:

Central Electric, Zoned

Utilities

Utility District:

No
Energy:

Digital Program Thermostat, High-Efficiency HVAC
Water/Sewer:

Public Sewer, Public Water
Connections:

Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections

Appliances

Range Type:

Gas Range, Grill
Oven Type:

Convection Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven
Microwave:

Yes
Dishwasher:

Yes
Disposal:

Yes
Compactor:

No
Icemaker:

1

Schools

Elementary:

POE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle School:

LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
High School:

LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
School District:

27 - Houston

The Community

Subdivision:

Shadyside
Subdivision Lake Access:

No
Active Community 55:

No
Legal Subdivision:

Shadyside
Restrictions:

Unknown
Management Company:

Trustees of Shadyside
HOA Phone:

000-000-0000
HOA Mandatory:

Yes
Annual Maintenance:

Mandatory
Maintenance Fee Includes:

Courtesy Patrol, Grounds, Limited Access Gates, Other
Maintenance Fee Amount:

$2,110
Maintenance Fee Schedule:

Quarterly
Other Fees:

No
Master Planned Community:

No

Parking

Garage Description:

Detached Garage
# of Garage Cap:

3
Carport Description:

Attached Carport
Carport Spaces:

2

Extra Units

Guest House SqFt ADA:

336
Guest House SqFt Source:

Appraisal District
Garage Apt Qtr SqFt:

1779
Garage Apt Qtr SqFt Source:

Appraisal District

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$10,600,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$56,759
Taxes	$9,269
Insurance	$2,915
HOA fees	$703
Utilities	$353 See report
Total	$69,999/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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This house located in Shadyside, Houston, TX 77005 is currently for sale for $10,600,000. 1 Longfellow Lane is a 9,863 square foot house with 4 beds and 6 baths that has been on Estately for 100 days. 1 Longfellow Lane is in the Shadyside neighborhood of Houston and has a WalkScore® of 60, making it somewhat walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Lamar High School, Poe Elementary School, and Lanier Middle School.

Listing Courtesy of: HAR and Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty.

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