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Sept. 8, 2017

2626 Tangley Road | SOLD in West University Place, TX!

2626 Tangley road is a gorgeous new home currently under construction in West University Place. Located near Rice Village, this five bed, four and a half bath property will have great features and finishes such as a beamed family room with a fireplace and an open concept kitchen as well as a backyard summer kitchen and pergola, white oak hardwood flooring throughout the first floor, a spacious master bedroom suite, marble and granite counter-tops, wired-in surround sound, and more!

Property Information

  • House Size: 4,000 sq ft per Builder
  • Lot Size: 5,500 sq ft
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4 Full, 1 Half
  • Listed by Lori Loria Hess
  • MLS #12053947

Features

  • Great location near Rice Village and the West University Place parks.
  • White oak hardwoods throughout the first floor.
  • Front study with custom built-in shelving, full-view doors overlooking the front garden, and recessed lighting.
  • Open concept kitchen and family room. Family room has a stone-surround gas log fireplace, high beamed ceilings, and built-in shelves.
  • Gourmet island kitchen with a six-burner Viking gas range, refrigerator, and microwave. Pendant lighting over a black granite island.
  • First floor bedroom off of family room is an extremely flexible space. Could also easily serve as a second study or workout room.
  • French doors lead to summer kitchen with wood burning oven, gas grill, sink, and custom-built cabinets. Backyard pergola with reclaimed brick patio.
  • Second floor features master bedroom suite, game room, and three additional bedrooms.
  • Master suite has a high coffered ceiling, recessed lighting, ceiling fan, and wide plank white oak flooring. Master bath features custom cabinetry, freestanding soaker tub, custom marble shower with frameless door, and a separate water closet. Great closet space!
  • Secondary bedrooms with recessed lighting, plush carpets, and great closet space.
  • Game room or media room with high ceilings, hardwood floors, custom built-in cabinets, and room for a fridge.
  • Did not flood during Hurricane Harvey.
  • Zoned to West University Elementary, Pershing Middle School, and Lamar High School. Please check availability.

>More Great West U Homes for Sale

Aug. 24, 2017

Swift911 - Emergency Notification for West U

Swift911 - Emergency Notifications for the City of West University Place, Houston, TX

I have spoken before about the notification service that the City of West University Place offers free to all its residents.  Basically, this service is an electronic emergency warning system.  The advantage is that each household gets to choose which notification option is best for that family – including phone messages, emails and texts.

Now that we have a hurricane in the Gulf of Mexico, I recommend that everyone make check their subscription to this vaulable service - or subscribe if you have not done so already.

Go to www.westu.org and click on the Swift911 button as shown above.

Roger Martin

Aug. 22, 2017

2128 Addison Road | LEASED in Southgate, TX!

2128 Addison Road is a charming two or three bedroom, two full bathroom bungalow located in Southgate. This home has features such as floor-to-ceiling windows for natural lighting, recent neutral paint, hardwood floors in the front of the home, a fully enclosed sun porch, and more. Move-in ready.

Property Information

  • House Size: 1,792 sq ft
  • Lot Size: 6,050 sq ft
  • Bedrooms: 2 or 3
  • Bathrooms: 2 full
  • Listed by Roger Martin
  • MLS # 40812446

Features

  • Great location near the Texas Medical Center and Rice Village. Move-in Ready.
  • Recent neutral paint throughout the house.
  • Front formal living room and entry. Living room has tall floor-to-ceiling windows, a mock fireplace, and built-in cabinet storage.
  • Fully enclosed sun porch is well-suited for play area, study, or home office.
  • Formal dining room with hardwood floors, crown moldings, built-in buffet, and chair rail.
  • Open kitchen with informal dining area. Butcher block counter by stove, gas stove and oven. Dishwasher and refrigerator remain.
  • Rear den could be third bedroom. Tall, vaulted ceiling, sliding doors to the back porch and yard.
  • Spacious bedrooms.
  • Fully fenced backyard. Easy care, with flagstone accents and a back porch.
  • Pets on a case-by-caste basis.
  • Zoned to Roberts Elementary, Pershing Middle School, and Lamar High School. Please check availability.

>More Great Medical Center Area Homes for Sale

Aug. 18, 2017

422 Forest Lake Dr | SOLD in Clear Lake!

422 Forest Lake Dr - for Sale in Clear Lake

TLC needed! 422 Forest Lake Drive is near Robinson Elementary and community pools. The 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath, Tudor home has generously-proportioned rooms, large closets, flexible space, and "good bones". The home is in original condition, so a buyer can completely customize carpet, counters, paint and wallpaper. With imagination, this home will come to life! Listed by Jim Barker (832-226-1861).

Property Information

  • House Size: 3,430 sq ft
  • Lot Size: 10,062 sq ft
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3 Full, 1 Half
  • Listed by Jim Barker
  • MLS #82622690

Features

  • Formal Dining Room and Living Room
  • Spacious den with large fireplace hearth and gaslog fireplace
  • Parquet brick floors in den and breakfast room
  • Blueprints convey with the property. 

>More Great Clear Lake Homes for Sale

July 28, 2017

6411 Vanderbilt Street | SOLD in West University Place, TX!

Luxury. Location. Lifestyle.

6411 Vanderbilt Street is elegant Old World living on almost half an acre in the heart of West University Place.

The stucco exterior is accented with limestone, slate, wrought iron, stained wood, gas lanterns, brick, and a terra cotta roof.  

Clerestory windows in the soaring, two-story, grand entry cast light onto the spiral iron stairway and hand-painted, domed ceiling.

Outstanding craftsmanship throughout the home adds timeless elegance, including hand-scraped wood floors; inlaid granite, limestone and marble surfaces; and warm colors. 

Property Information

  • House Size: 8,201 sq ft
  • Lot Size: 20,000 sq ft
  • Bedrooms: 6 or 7
  • Bathrooms: 7 Full, 2 Half
  • Listed by Roger Martin
  • MLS #37979470

Features

  • Two-story, double-sided limestone fireplace.
  • Library with fireplace and marble surround.
  • Epicurean kitchen with two granite islands and inlaid stone-and-wood floor, high-end stainless appliances and Subzero refrigerator.
  • First floor master bedroom suite and additional first floor guest bedroom suite.
  • Second floor entertainment wing includes game room, exercise room, theater, and a studio or quarters.
  • Outdoor entertainment complex with heated free-form salt water pool; loggia with a full summer kitchen; sport court; and mosquito control system.
  • Elevator
  • Zoned to West University Elementary, Pershing Middle School, and Lamar High School. Please check availability.

>More Great West U Homes for Sale

July 27, 2017

7230 Pella Drive | LEASED in Sharpstown, TX!

7230 Pella Drive is a charming four bedroom, two full bath located in Sharpstown. This charming home features neutral paint-colors and laminate floors throughout the house, plantation shutters across the front, a large 15,190 square foot lot. Two bedrooms down, two bedrooms up with a recently updated A/C system. Move-in ready.

Property Information

  • House Size: 2,204 sq ft per Owner
  • Lot Size: 15,190 sq ft per Appraisal District
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 2 Full
  • Listed by Roger Martin
  • MLS #51645824

Features

  • Recent air conditioning, fresh neutral paint, and hardware installed.
  • Laminate flooring throughout house. Brick stone style floor in entry, kitchen, den, and breakfast room.
  • Combined living and dining area.
  • Kitchen with new refrigerator, single electric oven, cooktop and dishwasher. Countertop microwave remains with the listing. Attached breakfast area with fabric-and-wood shutters.
  • Den with brick fireplace. Open to the breakfast area.
  • Four spacious bedrooms, each with closet space. Master and second bedroom down, two bedrooms up.
  • Enormous flexible room could be storage, a play room, or an extra closet.
  • Screened-in sun porch overlooks the huge backyard.
  • Huge backyard, fully fenced.
  • Zoned to White Elementary School, Sugar Grove Middle School, and Sharpstown High School. Please check availability.

>See More Great Sharpstown Homes

July 14, 2017

4018 University Boulevard | LEASED in West University Place, TX!

4018 University Boulevard is a charming three bedroom, two full bath brick cottage located in the heart of West University Place. 

Property Information

  • Leased for: $3,600
  • House Size: 1,595 sq ft
  • Lot Size: 6,188 sq ft
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Listed by Roger Martin
  • MLS #5712046
  • Leased for: $3,600/mo

Features

  • Great natural lighting, hardwood flooring, plantation shutters and crown moldings throughout the home.
  • Large combined living/dining area offers plenty of space for furniture and sideboards.
  • Tiled kitchen with a Kenmore refrigerator,  a Kenmore electric stove/oven, an under-counter mounted Whirlpool microwave, and a Maytag dishwasher. 
  • Space built off of the kitchen is good for use as a breakfast or sitting area. Utility area behind louvered doors has a full size washer and dryer.
  • Large master bedroom. En suite master bath with a shower/tub combination.
  • Two spacious secondary bedrooms share a full hall bath.
  • Charming backyard with a brick patio.
  • Excellent location close to Colonial Park, West University Elementary School, the West University Public Library, and the West University City Center.

>More Great West U Homes for Sale

July 1, 2017

Roger Martin | HAR Top Producer 2nd Quarter Listings 2017

Roger Martin of Roger Martin PropertiesMany thanks to the Houston Association of Realtors, who has named me one of their second quarter 2017 Top Producers for my work with real estate sellers.  And thank you, also, to all my wonderful clients and friends who have made this award possible.

Roger Martin

June 20, 2017

3627 Maroneal | SOLD in Braes Heights, TX

3627 Maroneal Street is a large, well-maintained five bedroom home located in Braes Heights! It has features such as a downstairs master bedroom, a gourmet kitchen, a beautiful pool, and a spa. Convenient location near the Medical Center, Downtown, and Rice Village. Fresh interior paint, new roof (2017)!

Property Information

  • House Size: 4,556 sq ft
  • Lot Size: 7,957 sq ft
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 3 Full, 1 Half
  • Listed by Roger Martin
  • MLS #97830983
  • SOLD FOR: $990,000

Features

  • High ceilings with crown moldings.
  • Hardwood flooring down.
  • Formal living and dining room located off the entry.
  • Downstairs carpeted master bedroom with four bedrooms and a game room upstairs.
  • Gourmet kitchen with granite counters, professional appliances, and a breakfast bar.
  • Large kitchen, den, and breakfast room all combine for comfortable family living and entertaining.
  • Beautiful backyard pool, covered patio and spa.
  • Zoned to Mark Twain Elementary, Pershing Middle School, and Lamar High School. Please check availability.

>More Great Braes Heights Homes for Sale

June 19, 2017

3914 Marquette Street | LEASED in West University Place, TX

3914 Marquette Street is a charming, well-maintained West University Place cottage now available for lease. This home features hardwoods, a combo living and dining area, three well-sized bedrooms, and more! Recently painted, updated appliances!

Property Information

  • Leased for: $2,900/mo
  • House Size: 1,382 sq ft
  • Lot Size: 5,000 sq ft
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2 full
  • Listed by Roger Martin
  • MLS # 31935384

Features

  • Front porch with porch swing. Long driveway with a single car garage.
  • Spacious combo living and dining room. Beautiful hardwood floors, fireplace, and large windows to for natural lighting.
  • Lovely kitchen with a butcher block island, glass front storage, tile backsplash, built-in oven and microwave, and plenty of storage and work space.
  • Breakfast room with washer and driver behind louvered doors.
  • Master Bedroom with French doors overlooking the backyard. Spacious dimensions offer plenty of options for furniture placement. Hardwood floors.
  • Second front bedroom currently in use as a home office. Has access to one of the home's full baths.
  • Third bedroom opens to the living and dining room and shares the full bath with the front bedroom. 
  • Large backyard, great for gardening and barbecue.
  • Recently Painted.
  • Updated Appliances. Washer, dryer, and refrigerator remain.
  • Pets on a case-by-case basis
  • Wonderful location in West University Place near Colonial Park.
  • Zoned to West University Place Elementary.

>More Great West U Homes for Sale