1 Longfellow Lane

Houston, TX 77005

$11,250,000
Price
4
Beds
5
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
9,863 Sq. Ft.
$1,141 / Sq. Ft.
9,863
Sq. Ft.
$1,141
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Architecturally significant 4/5++ Mediterranean Revival Style home on 2+ acres in the private gated neighborhood of Shadyside. Designed in 1926 by William Ward Watkin for hardware magnate F. A. Heitman, this important home has undergone a recent restoration and expansion by the current owners. The owners retained architect Rudy Colby of Colby Design for the renovation and design of a seamless 1,200+ sq.ft. addition and the Office of James Burnett (OJB) for the landscape design. 2021 “Good Brick Award”...Architecturally significant 4/5++ Mediterranean Revival Style home on 2+ acres in the private gated neighborhood of Shadyside. Designed in 1926 by William Ward Watkin for hardware magnate F. A. Heitman, this important home has undergone a recent restoration and expansion by the current owners. The owners retained architect Rudy Colby of Colby Design for the renovation and design of a seamless 1,200+ sq.ft. addition and the Office of James Burnett (OJB) for the landscape design. 2021 “Good Brick Award” by Preservation Houston. Along with rich historical details, this home features stunning kitchen/baths, sumptuous primary suite, impressive landscaped grounds/pool/tennis/motor ct/ 2 car porte-cochere, “Artist Cottage”, elevator (basement to 2nd floor), 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.
  1. Listed by Victoria Minton • TREC #0416847 • Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 1 Longfellow Lane

Area
17
Geo Market Area
Rice/Museum District
Legal Subdivision
Shadyside
Subdivision
Shadyside
Primary Planned Community
No
For Lease
No
School District
27 - Houston
Style
Mediterranean

Location

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Property Details for 1 Longfellow Lane

StatusActive
MLS #50974012
Days on Market67
Taxes$111,239 / year
HOA Fees$2,110 / quarter
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family
Year Built1926
Lot Size2.05 AC / 89,298 SF
CountyHarris County

Location

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Building Information for 1 Longfellow Lane

Stories3Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size2.05 AC / 89,298 SF

Payment Calculator

$71,369 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$61,396

Property Taxes

$9,270

HOA Dues

$703

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Property Information for 1 Longfellow Lane

Description Information
School Details
  • School Elementary: POE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • School Middle: LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • School High: LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
Building Details
  • Stories: 3
  • Dwelling Type: Free Standing
  • Front Door Faces: East
  • Garage Desc: Detached Garage
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built Src: Appraisal District
Lot Information
  • Acres Description: 2 Up to 5 Acres
  • Sq Ft Source: Appraisal District
  • Lot Size Source: Appraisal District
  • Section Num: 0
  • Parcel Number: 050-226-000-0009
Parking
  • Carport Spaces Count: 2
  • Carport Description: Attached Carport
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions 1: 16.4x23
  • Room Location 1: 2nd
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Extra Room
  • Room Dimensions 2: 33x15.5
  • Room Location 2: 1st
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Dining Room
  • Room Dimensions 3: 22.10x18.9
  • Room Location 3: 1st
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Living Room
  • Room Dimensions 4: 31.10x18.8
  • Room Location 4: 1st
Room 5
  • Room Type 5: Sunroom
  • Room Dimensions 5: 25.8x17
  • Room Location 5: 1st
Room 6
  • Room Type 6: Home Office/Study
  • Room Dimensions 6: 11x6.6
  • Room Location 6: 1st
Room 7
  • Room Type 7: Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions 7: 16.8x19
  • Room Location 7: 2nd
Room 8
  • Room Type 8: Extra Room
  • Room Dimensions 8: 14x11
  • Room Location 8: 2nd
Room 9
  • Room Type 9: Library
  • Room Dimensions 9: 26x12
  • Room Location 9: 2nd
Room 10
  • Room Type 10: Kitchen
  • Room Dimensions 10: 21.10x15.4
  • Room Location 10: 1st
Room 11
  • Room Type 11: Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions 11: 17x20
  • Room Location 11: 2nd
Room 12
  • Room Type 12: Breakfast
  • Room Dimensions 12: 25.2x12.6
  • Room Location 12: 1st
Room 13
  • Room Type 13: Bedroom
  • Room Dimensions 13: 18.6x19
  • Room Location 13: 2nd
Room 14
  • Room Type 14: Extra Room
  • Room Dimensions 14: 5.5x15
  • Room Location 14: 1st
Additional Information
  • Primary Bath Desc: 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
  • Bed Room Description: All Bedrooms Up, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor
  • 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
Interior Exterior Utilities and Additional Information
Interior Features
  • Microwave: Yes
  • Dishwasher: Yes
  • Compactor: No
  • Disposal: Yes
  • Fireplaces Number: 2
  • Fireplace Description: Gaslog Fireplace, Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Energy: Digital Program Thermostat, High-Efficiency HVAC
  • Connections: Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
  • Icemaker: Yes
  • Range Type: Gas Range, Grill
  • Oven Type: Convection Oven, Double Oven, Electric Oven
  • Interior Features: 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
  • Floors: Marble Floors, Stone, Tile, Wood
  • Countertops: Granite and Quartz
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: 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
  • Street Surface: Asphalt
  • Lot Description: Corner, Subdivision Lot
  • Foundation: Pier & Beam
  • Roof: Tile
  • Siding: Brick, Stucco
  • Utility District: No
  • Water Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water
  • Heat System: Central Gas, Zoned
  • Pool Area: No
  • Pool Private Desc: Gunite, In Ground
  • 55+ Community: No
Financial Information
HOA and Fees
  • HOA Mandatory: Yes
  • HOA Phone: 000-000-0000
  • Maint Fee Amt: $2,110
  • Maint Fee Pay Schedule: Quarterly
  • Maint Fee Includes: Courtesy Patrol, Grounds, Limited Access Gates, Other
  • Annual Maint Desc: Mandatory
  • Fee Other: No
  • Tax Year: 2022
Financial Information
  • Ownership: Full Ownership

Property History for 1 Longfellow Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 1 Longfellow Lane

Taxable ValueLand$5,601,415Additions$4,398,585Total$10,000,000
Tax Record2022$104,881 ($8,740 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths7.5Total Finished SqFt9,863 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,863 SqFtStories2Lot Size89,298 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926CountyHARRISAPN0502260000009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1 Longfellow Lane

This home is within Houston Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Poe Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Lanier Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lamar High School
Public9 to 12

Young Women's College Prep Academy
Public6 to 12

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1 Longfellow Lane is a single family home for sale in Houston, TX 77005. This property was listed for sale on February 21, 2024 by Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $11,250,000. This listing's school district is Houston Independent School District. Nearby schools include Poe Elementary School, Lanier Middle School and Lamar High School. 1 Longfellow Lane is a 4-bed, 6-bath, 9,863 sqft single family home built in 1926.

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