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    Timeless River Oaks new-build blending art deco and Old Hollywood styles hits market for $9.85 million

    Holly Beretto
    Jul 21, 2023 | 2:45 pm

    In the heart of one of Houston's most exclusive enclaves sits 3452 Ella Lee Lane. The River Oaks home, which blends art deco, midcentury, and Old Hollywood styles, is on the market for $9.85 million, represented by Kellie Geitner of Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty.

    The four-bedroom, six-and-a-half-bathroom home is a brand-new, 2023 build, with custom-designed features throughout. Double front doors with exquisite brass handles beckon guests and residents into the the grand foyer with blonde woods and white walls, which accentuate the stunning light that fills the home.

    A smoked antique mirror anchors the formal living room, a conversation piece in a room meant for gathering. The study features custom built-in shelves and cabinets, along with an R. Hughes Hallsworth Maven chandelier that evokes atomic whimsy. Porto Teleo hand-painted wallpaper wraps the dining room, which also features a clear glass Hermes chandelier.

    A partially open floor plan means the family room overlooks the kitchen, offering seamless space for living, lounging and dining. The family room overlooks the turf backyard, which features an in-ground, glass-tile-bottom pool, outdoor grill, and kitchen, along with ample space for entertaining pets and people.

    In the kitchen, home chefs will find L’Atelier and Gaggenau appliances, glass and brass cabinets and custom hanging shelves. A cozy breakfast nook offers a chill space to begin the day. The home's wine room blends form and function, with leather wine slings and space for sipping and storing favorite bottles.

    Upstairs, the primary suite is an owner's oasis, with a bedroom sporting white oak floors, 10-foot ceilings, and Venetian plastered walls. A vestibule with a coffee bar leads to the master bathroom, which features herringbone stone floors, a walk-in shower, marbles vanities, and a free-standing soaking tub.

    3452 Ella Lee Lane provides modern amenities while keeping River Oaks' old-school charm. There's a three-car garage, lush landscaping, an elevator, plenty of space for guest rooms, additional home offices, or workout spots. The home's new owners will be limited only by their imaginations on how this incredible home can be individualized.

    \u200b3452 Ella Lee Lane River Oaks Houston

    Photo by TK Images for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

    This new-build masterpieces marries art deco, midcentury, and Old Hollywood styles.

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    The best time to sell a house in Houston is coming in April, experts say

    Amber Heckler
    Mar 31, 2026 | 12:00 pm
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    The best window for Houstonians to sell their home is coming up on April 12.

    Houstonans that are considering selling their home have the perfect opportunity coming up in April, according to a new housing report from Realtor.com.

    The real estate experts said the week of April 12-18 will offer sellers the best combination of strong and stable housing prices, buyer interest, and a competitive market.

    Based on historical market data, homes listings in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro are expected to receive 17.5 percent more views during the week of April 12 compared to the average week, and homes may spend seven fewer days on the market compared to the average. This surge in demand will also affect housing prices in the area. Homes put on the market during this window are expected to list for $19,000 higher than what they were listed at the start of the year, or 5.4 percent more.

    "After years of being squeezed by limited inventory and high rates, the 2026 housing market is starting to feel more approachable for those who have been sidelined," said Realtor.com chief economist Danielle Hale.

    In general, experts predict homebuyers will start "re-engaging" with the housing market now that mortgage rates stabilized in late 2025. National commercial banker U.S. Bank said the current 30-year fixed mortgage rate is roughly 6.38 percent.

    "For sellers, the mid-April window represents an opportunity to enter a market that feels more within reach for buyers while benefiting from a seasonal advantage in terms of pricing and competition," Hale said.

    Residential homes in the Houston area had a median price of $322,078 in February, the Houston Association of Realtors said in its latest report, and prices are down 0.9 percent year-over-year.

    Two more Texas metros – Austin and Dallas-Fort Worth – are expected to follow Houston with the same April 12 window as the best time for residents to sell their homes. In San Antonio, the best time for owners to sell their homes will begin on April 19.

    Senior economic research analyst Hannah Jones warned some home sellers in Southern metros might "face softer conditions" due to an abundance of inventory.

    "In those metros, optimizing timing to this early spring window is even more critical to differentiate a property from the growing competition," she said.

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