2135 University Boulevard Southgate
2135 University Boulevard Southgate
Contemporary comfort on a large scale defines this exceptional Southgate home with proximity to Rice University, Rice Village shopping and the Texas Medical Center. Unique detailing includes concrete industrial-style flooring, hand-scraped oak floors, cedar-plank accented ceilings, alderwood trim, and smart-home capability. The massive great room with open flow to the kitchen and dining room was designed for gathering and entertaining. The secondfloor owner’s retreat features dual masters, a spa-like bath and a full wet bar. A climate-controlled wine room, elevator, and saltwater pool with fountains further enhances this amazing home.
4 Bed(s) 2 Full & 3 Half Bath(s) 3,640 Bldg Sqft. 12,405 Lot Sqft. 3 Car Garage
First-floor Living Is elevated to exceptional heights in the spectacular, open-concept living area comprised of a grand great room and a sleek, amenity-rich kitchen with dining room. The two-story, cedar-plank ceiling with a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows overlooks the beautiful saltwater pool, adding yet another layer to this fabulous gathering and entertaining space. The great room features a fireplace, ceiling fans and wall space for displaying art. The gourmet kitchen boasts high-end, stainless appliances; rare Bahia Azul granite countertops from Central Brazil; island with wine fridge and ice maker; breakfast bar with pendant lighting; 49 SF pantry; and custom cabinetry with storage galore.
The spacious
dining room with custom light fixture, temperature controlled wine room with a 750-bottle capacity, two additional bedrooms (one currently configured as an office with built-ins) a full bath; two powder rooms and a laundry room complete the first-floor.
2135
University Boulevard
Southgate
Bonus Features This unique 3,640 SF home on a double lot was built to accommodate Houston’s weather with a metalreinforced roof that can withstand hurricane-force winds and has high reflectivity and extra insulation to keep heat at bay; western wall with limited window exposure and extra insulation on that side to resist the afternoon sun; double-pane windows with tempered safety glass to guard against wind damage and noise; high lot to prevent flooding; extensive sprinkler system for yard; drainage system to move even significant
Second-floor Living The master suites, accessible by stairs or full-size residential elevator, encompass the entire second floor and were truly designed as an owner’s retreat. Features include hand-scraped oak floors, 2 master bedrooms with walk-in closets and an amazing spa bath with oversized soaking tub, 6 ft. x 7ft. shower, dual sinks and two water closets. A common wall between the 2 master bedrooms can easily be removed for a larger single master bedroom, if so desired. The convenient wet bar is ideal for morning coffee service or afternoon gatherings on the spacious second-floor deck that offers a shaded view of Rice University and the jogging trail.
amounts of water to the street; and a whole-house backup generator. In addition, the home’s security, lighting, sound and video are managed through a smart-home system that allows the owner to manage the house from control pads, TVs, smart phones and tablets.
2135
University Boulevard
Southgate
2135
University Boulevard
Southgate
Outdoor Oasis The heart of this home’s outdoor living begins with the beautiful, heated saltwater pool with fountains, an abundance of pool deck space for lounging, an outdoor shower, and a large covered patio with ceiling fans and pool powder room. The landscaped backyard also includes expansive green space that is ideal for children’s play or pets, a three-car garage and an electronic security gate.
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