3971 Inverness Drive, Houston, TX 77019

Houston
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3971 Inverness Drive,Houston, TX 77019
$12,500,000
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  • 5 Beds
  • 8 Baths
  • 7,221 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: walter bering
Office: martha turner sotheby's international realty713-520-1981
MLS#:65499158
Source:HARMLS

Price summary

  • Price:$12,500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,731.06
  • Monthly HOA dues:$332.75

About this home

Nestled in the Tall Timbers section of River Oaks, this exquisite residence, built in 1984, epitomizes timeless elegance and architectural brilliance. Designed by the renowned Ray Bailey Architects, this modified New England "Salt Box" home received a 1985 Houston AIA award. Set on a sprawling one-plus acre wooded lot, the property seamlessly blends contemporary details with New England-style reserve, creating a perfect hybrid design that continues to captivate. The home's structural integrity is ensured by a steel-enforced concrete pier and beam foundation. Special amenities abound, including approximately 100-year-old reclaimed wide plank hardwood floors, exterior moisture-resistant cypress wood siding, a commercial-grade heating and cooling system, a slate tile roof, climate-controlled wine cellar, 4-car attached garage, and more! The kitchen, baths, attached greenhouse, screened porch and gallery have hand-molded brick floors. This home reflects forethought and attention to detail.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1984
  • Subdivision & Development:River Oaks
  • Listing ID #:65499158
  • Updated:September 07, 2026 at 11:51 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:8
  • Full bathrooms:5
  • Half bathrooms:3
  • Rooms Total:24
  • Flooring:Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Bathrooms Description:Bidet, Jetted Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower
  • Kitchen Description:Breakfast Bar, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tile Counters, Walk In Pantry, Wet Bar
  • Living area:7,221 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air, Electric, Zoned
  • Heating:Central, Gas, Zoned
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Slate
  • Year built:1984
  • Building area:7,221 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:1.02 Acres
  • Lot Features:Side Yard, Subdivision, Wooded
  • Architectural Style:Traditional
  • Construction Materials:Brick, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features:Fence, Hot Tub Spa, Patio, Sprinkler Irrigation
  • Foundation Description:Pillar Post Pier
  • Levels:2 Stories

Schools

  • High school:LAMAR HIGH SCHOOL (HOUSTON)
  • Middle school:LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL
  • Elementary school:RIVER OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (HOUSTON)

Utilities

  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$12,500,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$1,731.06

Features and amenities

  • Appliances:Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Amenities:Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Multiple Staircases, Security System - Owned, Smoke Detectors, Window Coverings
  • Pool features:In Ground

Parking

  • Parking description:Additional Parking, Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:4
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