$1,250,000 $6,710 est/mo Sourced by Back At You
2030 Southgate Boulevard,Houston, TX 77030
Houston, TX 77030
Stately two-story brick exterior with classic French-inspired lines, dormer windows, and a welcoming double-door entry. Manicured topiary, traditional gas-style lanterns, and a brick walkway deliver a striking introduction in one of Southgate's most established enclaves.
Light-filled living room with basketi weave parquet flooring, a wood-burning fireplace with stone surround, custom built-ins, and French doors opening directly onto a private brick courtyard — ideal for entertaining.
Intimate brick courtyard with hand-laid pavers, creates a secluded oasis opening onto both the primary bedroom and the formal living room.
Primary suite with a tranquil palette, crown moulding, and a crystal chandelier centerpiece. French doors open directly to the private patio — your own quiet morning-coffee corner.
A jewel of the home: a fully mirrored dressing room with stone-topped vanity, overhead lighting, and built-in storage drawers — boutique-quality functionality for daily routines.
A second view of the elegant brick facade reveals mature landscaping, ivy-covered walls, and the home's charming lower wing extending toward the rear of the lot — equal parts privacy and presence.
Step up to the grand entry: paired carved-wood doors with leaded transom, a traditional brick walkway, and gas-style coach lanterns set the tone for what awaits inside.
An expansive entry hall with rich dark hardwood floors, crown moulding with dentil accents, and double openings into adjoining formal rooms. A leaded-glass transom over the front door bathes the space in soft natural light.
The dramatic curved floating staircase is the architectural centerpiece of the home, sweeping upward beneath a stately lantern chandelier. Wainscoting and detailed millwork add timeless polish to this two-story entrance foyer.
Formal dining room anchored by a crystal chandelier with dramatic crown moulding, chair-rail wainscoting, and a graceful bifold door opening. Generous scale comfortably seats a dinner party of twelve or more.
An alternate view of the living room highlights generous proportions, refined millwork, high celings, and the seamless flow from formal entertaining areas to casual courtyard living.
The living room orients toward a stately fireplace flanked by lighted display cabinets, raised-panel wainscoting, and French doors framing tranquil walled-garden views — the perfect quiet retreat at any hour.
Eat-in kitchen with crisp white cabinetry, undercabinet lighting, and a room to prepare gourmet meals. Casual dining with timeless appeal.
Kitchen workspace features stainless double wall ovens, a gas cooktop, dishwasher, and abundant cabinetry over warm parquet flooring — well-equipped for everyday meals or large-scale entertaining.
Butler's pantry / wet bar with a mirrored back, glass shelving for stemware, dark stone counters, beverage refrigeration, and a prep sink — perfectly placed for serving guests.
Laundry and mudroom are convenient to the primary bedroomw, with side-yard access via a leaded-glass door, full-size washer and dryer, utility sink, classic black-and-white tile, and ample storage cabinetry.
Handsome paneled library with floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases and tall windows drawing in natural light. An ideal home office, study, or private reading retreat.
The graceful curve of the staircase continues to the second-floor landing, complete with custom curved crown moulding, and an open balcony rail overlooking the foyer below.
This large, airy upstairs room with windows on multiple exposures, integrated millwork, and more casual style is equally suited as a guest room, studio, or media lounge.
Generous secondary bedroom with large windows on two walls, ceiling fan, carpeting, and a soft neutral palette — a calm, sunlit retreat ready for any decor.
Versatile bonus room over the garage with separate outside stairway and entrance has classic checkered tile floor, 3/4 bath, and a bank of windows — well-suited as a home office, hobby room, or studio.
Secondary bath finished with a stone-topped vanity, framed mirror, tile-surround stall shower, and tasteful neutral tile — clean, bright, and ready for daily use.
Spacious Hollywood bath features a long stone-topped double vanity with vessel sink, framed mirrors, integrated vanity seating, and a separate walk-in shower beyond.
This view of the primary suite showcases double doorways to the two en-suite baths and dressing room. There's plenty of room for a work area and sitting area in addition to the bed.
One of the two charming primary baths features a stone-topped vanity, classic white tile, and a discreet water closet — full of character and light.
Beautifully appointed bath with a long stone-topped double vanity, twin framed mirrors, classic white tile, and bright garden-view windows.
Large walled patio with mature plantings connects indoor to outdoor living — a tranquil setting for morning coffee or evening entertaining.
Long ivy-walled drive sets a serene approach toprivate parking at the back of the home — a striking arrival sequence rarely found this close to the Med Center.
Description
RENOVATION OPPORTUNITY - PRICED TO REFLECT CONDITION. A rare chance to restore an architectural original by Lucian T. Hood, Jr., one of Houston's most influential mid-century residential architects. This significant home sits on a wide boulevard within easy walking distance of the Med Center and Rice University. The first floor features a two-story entry with curved floating stairway, formal living and dining rooms, private office with built-in bookcases, and primary bedroom with two separate bathrooms. A wet bar in the foyer, brick patio accessible from the living room or primary bedroom, and spacious eat-in kitchen complete the first floor. Upstairs, two large bedrooms are joined by a Hollywood bath. Over the two-car garage is a bonus room with ¾ bath and separate entrance. With its Lucian T. Hood pedigree and generous floor plan, this home is a rare canvas to refresh and put your stamp on an architectural original in one of Houston's most coveted neighborhoods.
Details
| MLS # | 17762805 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Pending |
| Year | 1966 |
| Days On Site | 81 |
| Listing Provided By | Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston | Mike Spear |
Features
| Bed(s) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 4 Total |
| SQ Feet | 3,440 |
| Garage | 2 |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Acreage | 0.17 |
Exterior
| Lot Features | Subdivision |
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Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Additional Parking, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener |
Taxes
| Tax Annual Amount | 17170 |
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Location
| Community Features | Curbs, Gutters |
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Area Information
| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Harris |
| City | Houston |
| Zip Code | 77030 |
| Area | 17 |
| Subarea | Rice | Museum District |
| Community Name | Southgate |
| Listing VS Median (in Southgate) | |
Price: $1,250,000 low | high Med: $1,325,000 sqft: 3,440 low | high Med: 2,986 $ / sqft: $363 low | high Med: $458 On site: 81 low | high Med: 93 | |
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| State | TX |
|---|---|
| County | Harris |
| City | Houston |
| Zip Code | 77030 |
| Area | 17 |
| Subarea | Rice | Museum District |
| Community Name | Southgate |
| Listing VS Median (in Southgate) | |
Price: $1,250,000 low | high Med: $1,325,000 sqft: 3,440 low | high Med: 2,986 $ / sqft: $363 low | high Med: $458 On site: 81 low | high Med: 93 | |
Listing Updated: September 29, 2026 at 2:55:06 AM PDT