Sackett Street surprise

Upper Kirby gem with historic fireplace on the market for $2.2 million

In the heart of Upper Kirby is Sackett Street, a shady spot that starts at Westheimer and dead ends at a cul-de-sac shortly after it crosses West Alabama. And on Sackett Street is a home that piles sophistication upon sophistication. Located at 3207 Sackett St., the home has several unique charms, and it's on the market for $2.175 million, represented by Marnie Greenwood of Compass Realty.

Recently repainted with incredible landscaping that immediately adds to its curb appeal, 3207 Sackett unfolds across just over 5,200 square feet, with four bedrooms and four full baths. But it's the home's unexpected touches that really bring the wow.

Soaring, 29-foot ceilings tell visitors that this is a special place. Wood and brick accents throughout the first floor make for a space that feels cozy and contemporary at the same time. A fireplace sourced from the Loew's Grand Theatre in Atlanta, site of the 1939 premiere of Gone With the Wind, is a conversation piece. A grand chandelier hangs above it all. The updated chef's kitchen features quartz countertops, a Wolf gas range, and Sub-Zero refrigerator.

The first-floor primary suite is a private retreat, complete with a comfy nook that has a built-in aquarium. Its companion bathroom includes a soaking tub and shower with rainfall showerhead.

Upstairs are the remaining bedrooms and baths, as well as a flex space and a game room. One of those bathrooms has a teak soaking tub. There's also a sauna. The home's layout offers plenty of space for privacy and gathering as needed.

Covered seating and a built-in grill are highlights of the backyard, and both guests and owners will enjoy sitting back and relaxing in the hot tub.

Photo by TK Images/ Courtesy of Compass

3207 Sackett St. has great curb appeal.

3207 Sackett feels like a home that is away from everything, even though it's in the heart of Houston. Located near all the shopping and dining destinations in both Upper Kirby and River Oaks, the house offers a prime location for those who want bustling city life without a lot of actual bustle.

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Updated elegance

Renovated Tudor-style home in West U. hits market for $5.5 million

Photo by Josh Gremillion for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

This renovated Tudor home at 6426 Sewanee Avenue in West University Place is on sale for $5.5 million.

In the heart of West University Place sits 6426 Sewanee Avenue. The gracious Tudor home, originally built in 2011, has been thoughtfully renovated. It’s on the market for $5.5 million and is represented by Melinda Dawes EwingofMartha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty.

The four-bedroom, five-bath home sits on about a third of an acre in one of the country's wealthiest neighborhoods. Unfolding across 8,577 square feet, it’s a home meant for living and entertaining. Originally designed by Robert Dame, Classic American Homes + Karen Black Interiors updated the home earlier this year.

6426 Sewanee offers casual luxury that is easy and approachable. Well-manicured landscaping and outdoor lighting both highlight the home’s curb appeal and beckon visitors to come inside.

The open floor plan allows for seamless gathering spaces, including a huge family room with beamed ceilings and a gourmet kitchen anchored by a center island. It also has a six-burner gas cooktop with Segreto vent hood, Wolf and Sub Zero appliances, Quartzite countertops, and a welcoming feel that make it a natural place to hang out while home cooks are preparing a feast.

The dining and formal living room offer sophisticated touches, loads of natural light, and access to the wet bar and the temperature-controlled, 360-bottle wine room. Upstairs, find the spacious primary suite with its own gas fireplace, exposed beams, and a private balcony that's perfect for morning coffee, afternoon wine, or scrolling the news of the day. The primary bath is a space of dreamy marble with two closets, Ann Sacks tile, and lovely new hardware.

Future occupants will also find an elevator, pool, covered outdoor patio with gas fireplace and summer kitchen, workout room, a paneled study on the home’s second floor, a media room, and a three-car garage and motor court

This is a beautiful home, where new owners will create cherished memories in one of the Houston-area's most desirable neighborhoods.

Photo by Josh Gremillion for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

This renovated Tudor home at 6426 Sewanee Avenue in West University Place is on sale for $5.5 million.

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