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Bedroom(s)
5 Full & 3 Half Bath(s)
7,221 Sqft
1.02 Lot Acres
Single-Family
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About this property
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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MLS#
65499158
List Price
$12,500,000 ($1,731/Sqft.)
Listing Status
For Sale
Address
3971 Inverness Dr
City
State
TX
Zip Code
County
Subdivision
Legal Description
TR 3B BLK 90 TALL TIMBERS SECTION OF RIVER OAKS
Property Type
Single-Family
Bedroom
5 Bedroom(s)
Bath
5 Full & 3 Half Bath(s)
Garages
4 / Attached
Stories
2
Building Size
7,221 Sqft/Appraisal District
Architecture Style
Traditional
Year Built
1984 /Seller
Lot Size
1.02 Lot Acres/Appraisal District
LP / Acre
$12,251,299 / Acre
Maintenance Fee
$3,993 / Annually
Market Area
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Property website
Average drive time is about minutes ( miles)
Rooms
Living
41 x 23, 1st
Dining
18 x 18, 1st
Kitchen
19 x 14, 1st
Breakfast
14 x 14, 1st
Primary Bedroom
23 x 16, 1st
Bedroom
14 x 13, 2nd
Bedroom
14 x 12, 2nd
Bedroom
14 x 12, 2nd
Primary Bath
28 x 15, 1st
Bath
6 x 5, 1st
Bath
9 x 6, 2nd
Bath
8 x 5, 2nd
Bath
5 x 3, 1st
Bath
8 x 6, 2nd
Bath
11 x 5, 2nd
Game Room
21 x 13, 2nd
Home Office/Study
15 x 12, 1st
Library
18 x 13, 1st
Extra Room
24 x 15, 2nd
Utility Room Desc
17 x 12, 2nd
Library
18 x 13, 1st
Guest Suite
15 x 13, 2nd
Guest w/Kitchen
15 x 15, 2nd
Sunroom
10 x 10, 1st
Wine Room
8 x 7, 1st
Exterior
Roof
Slate
Foundation
Pier & Beam
Private Pool
Yes
Private Pool Desc
In Ground,Pool With Hot Tub Attached
Exterior Type
Brick, Wood
Lot Description
Subdivision Lot, Wooded
Garage Carport
Additional Parking,Auto Garage Door Opener,Workshop
Water Sewer
Public Sewer, Public Water
Front Door Face
North
Area Pool
No
Exterior
Back Yard Fenced, Covered Patio/Deck, Exterior Gas Connection, Patio/Deck, Private Driveway, Side Yard, Spa/Hot Tub, Sprinkler System, Workshop
Interior
Fireplace
4/Gas Connections,Gaslog Fireplace,Wood Burning Fireplace
Countertop
Stone/Tile
Floors
Carpet, Tile, Wood
Bathroom Description
Bidet, Half Bath, Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Jetted Tub, Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo, Vanity Area
Bedroom Description
En-Suite Bath,Primary Bed - 1st Floor,Sitting Area,Walk-In Closet
Kitchen Description
Breakfast Bar,Island w/ Cooktop,Walk-in Pantry
Room Description
Breakfast Room, Entry, Family Room, Formal Dining, Gameroom Up, Guest Suite, Guest Suite w/Kitchen, Home Office/Study, Library, Utility Room in House, Wine Room
Cooling
Central Electric, Zoned
Heating
Central Gas, Zoned
Connections
Electric Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
Compactor
No
Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Ice Maker
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Oven
Convection Oven, Double Oven
Range
Gas Cooktop
Energy Feature
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat
Interior
2 Staircases, Alarm System - Owned, Crown Molding, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Wet Bar, Window Coverings, Wired for Sound
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Lot Size
1.02 Lot Acres /Appraisal District
Disclaimer: Lot configuration and dimensions are estimates, not based on personal knowledge and come from a third party (Digital Map Products); therefore, you should not rely on the estimates and perform independent confirmation as to their accuracy
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Dwelling Type
Free Standing
HOA Mandatory
Yes
List Type
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Financial information
Financing Considered
Cash Sale, Conventional
Other Fees
Yes / 375 & 400 / Resale Certificate & Transfer Fee
Ownership
Full Ownership
Maintenance Fee
Mandatory / $3993 / Annually
Maint Fee Includes
Courtesy Patrol,Other
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Listing broker
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
1717 West Loop South, Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77027
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Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty, is a Texas real estate firm, located at 1717 West Loop South, Ste 1700, Houston, TX 77027. Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty provides a wide range of real estate services. Consumers continue to find value in having a real estate professional help them through the home buying and selling process. The range of services the real estate professionals provide is proving ever more valuable in real estate transactions (financing twists and sales contract intricacies). Please view Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty current listings, or sold listings.
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Buyers and sellers give reviews to the real estate agents for the level of expertise and professionalism they bring to the real estate transaction. View Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty Agent Roster. Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty has multi-lingual agents: Spanish, French, Arabic, Mandarin, Vietnamese, etc., see all languages. Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty has multi-cultural agents, including agents from Mexico, Canada, Colombia, Japan, South Africa, etc., see all cultures.
Please visit Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty website, where you will find useful information on how to choose the right property, make an offer, negotiate, finance, pick the feasible mortgage rates, move, as well as get hold of all the details needed in making an informed real estate decision in today's market.
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Source last updated Apr 15, 2026 at 11:07 AM
Listing last updated Oct 29, 2025 at 01:41 PM
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