$5,200,000
4 Bed
6 Bath
6,531 Sqft
0.62 Acre Lot

1561 Kirby Drive, Houston, Texas 77019

  • Residential Property Type
  • 6,531 Sqft Square Footage
  • Attached Cars Garage
  • 1935 Year Built
Property Description

Surrounded by iron fence, banks of colorful azaleas, & lush lawn-1561 Kirby Drive awaits. This iconic colonial is positioned at Kirby & Brentwood (over half acre) to maximize privacy among towering oaks. Black & white marble foyer is adorned by a gorgeous cast plaster ceiling. An intimate yet spacious dining room w/stone fireplace is made for memories. The living room boasts a fireplace & classic ceiling detail. Nearby study is anchored by leaded glass window framed by Peggy Martin roses. A cook’s kitchen w/features too numerous to mention is open to family & breakfast rooms. Climatized wine storage enhances this home’s heart. Two powder rms & apt. behind the garage complete the 1st fl. Pool, entertaining space & flowing fountain fulfill the grounds. The 2nd fl includes a primary suite & two BRs with fourth suite & exercise rm on the 3rd fl. The defining feature is an elegant music/ballroom (wet bar & pwdr rm) with unmatched ceiling mural, marble fireplace & dramatic access to pool.

Basic Details
Residential
For Sale
23379504
$5,200,000
4
13
6
3
6,531 Sqft
1935
0.62 Acre
3
Detached
: Composition, Other
Active
$0
Features
: Gunite
: Central, Electric, Gas, Window Unit
: Central Air, Electric, Window Unit(s)
: Back Yard
: Gas, Wood Burning
: Deck, Patio, Porch, Balcony
: Attached, Garage, Driveway, Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener, Electric Gate, Circular Driveway
: Traditional, Colonial
: Balcony, Deck, Fence, Patio, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Fully Fenced, Porch, Hot Tub/Spa
3
: Tile, Wood, Carpet, Slate, Marble
: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Pantry, Wired for Sound, Programmable Thermostat, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Separate Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Bath in Primary Bedroom, Vanity, Granite Counters, Tub Shower, Crown Molding, Wet Bar, Dry Bar, Bidet, Jetted Tub, Marble Counters, Butler's Pantry
: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
1
: Public Sewer
: Low-Emissivity Windows, Window Coverings
$0
Appliances
: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Dryer, Washer, Double Oven, Convection Oven
Address Map
TX
Harris
Houston
77019
Kirby
1561
Drive
W96° 34' 58''
N29° 45' 13.2''
West
Traveling north on Kirby Drive. The home will be on your right at the corner of Kirby and Brentwood.
16
Neighborhood
RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
27 - Houston
LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
27 - Houston
27 - Houston
LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
MLS Addon
Greenwood King Properties - Kirby Office
Kristin Tillman
$0
$0
$0
$0
$0
Additional Information
Park, Guard
1
6531
: Curbs, Gutter(s)
: Brick, Wood Siding
Generator
: Slab
2.0
: Three Or More
: Subdivision, Corner Lot, Side Yard
2024-10-07
3
: Public
Financial
3222.0
Annually
: Other
1
67496.0
Listing Information
ktillman
GKPI01
Cash, Conventional
Active
2025-01-24T22:33:51Z
HAR
2024-10-07T09:12:27Z
Agent info
Speer Companies LLC
Contact Agent