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Zenith Villas · Houston, TX
Modern First Ward Arts District Home with Rooftop Downtown Views
2005 Hickory St, Houston, TX 77007
"This sleek contemporary home in the First Ward Arts District features a stunning rooftop terrace with direct views of the downtown skyline. Recent upgrades including a 2023 HVAC and fresh interior paint make this freestanding property a perfect move-in ready choice for urban living."

Winchester Country Trails · Houston, TX
Spacious Updated 4-Bedroom Home in Winchester Country Trails
10510 Pearl Dr, Houston, TX 77064
"This charming two-story home stands out with its beautifully updated kitchen featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The oversized laundry room, complete with a sink and extra storage, is a rare find that adds incredible utility to the floor plan."

Cane Island · Katy, TX
Scenic Lakeview David Weekley Home in Cane Island
2922 Starling Dr
"This David Weekley gem stands out with its rare premium lakeview lot and a modern open-concept layout that maximizes natural light. The high-end kitchen upgrades and tandem 3-car garage offer the perfect blend of luxury and practical space for a growing family."

Lakewood Glen · Cypress, TX
Updated Custom Home with Heated Pool and Spa in Lakewood Glen
13511 Pallwood Ln
"This beautifully updated custom home in Lakewood Glen is a standout with its spiral staircase and modern kitchen upgrades. The private backyard with a heated pool and spa provides a perfect escape, especially since it backs to a peaceful gully with no rear neighbors."

Sunterra · Katy, TX
Modern Five-Bedroom Sunterra Masterpiece with Dual Living Spaces
508 Grayton Bay Ln
"This expansive Perry Homes floor plan in Sunterra offers an incredible amount of space for the price, featuring a soaring two-story family room and a gourmet kitchen with a massive island. With both a game room and a dedicated media room upstairs, it's a perfect layout for families who love to entertain or need distinct zones for work and play."

Shadow Creek Ranch · Pearland, TX
Spacious Shadow Creek Ranch Home with Versatile Living Spaces
2102 Rolling Fog Dr
"This stunning Shadow Creek Ranch home features an oversized island kitchen and a flexible upstairs retreat, perfect for a media room or home office. With a recently replaced roof and HVAC system (~3 years old), this property offers modern comfort and peace of mind."

Greentree Village · Kingwood, TX
Stunning Greentree Village Home with Private Pool and Workshop
4331 Broadleaf St
"This beautifully updated home in Greentree Village stands out with its backyard oasis, featuring a sparkling pool and spa perfect for Texas summers. The detached garage includes a built-in workshop, adding a layer of functionality rarely found in standard suburban properties."

Greentree Village · Kingwood, TX
Elegant Greentree Village Home with Outdoor Oasis
4111 Brook Shadow Dr
"This Greentree Village gem stands out with a professionally landscaped backyard featuring an outdoor kitchen, fireplace, and tranquil fountain. Inside, the home offers a classic paneled library and soaring ceilings, with the added peace of mind of a new roof and foundation repairs with a transferable warranty."

Sugarmill · Sugar Land, TX
Traditional Two-Story Sugarmill Estate on Oversized Cul-De-Sac Lot
13906 Placid Woods Ct, Sugar Land, TX 77498
"This traditional brick home sits on a massive 12,000+ square foot cul-de-sac lot, offering rare privacy and space in the heart of Sugar Land. The floor plan is impressively flexible with over 3,300 square feet, featuring a first-floor primary suite and a large upstairs gameroom perfect for family living."

Upland Grove · Houston, TX
Contemporary Gated Community Living in Upland Grove
10902 Grove Tree Ln, Houston, TX 77043
"This contemporary 2018-built home in the gated Upland Grove community features striking architectural details like a two-story foyer and 12-foot ceilings. The interior is move-in ready with red oak wood flooring throughout, upgraded Bosch appliances, and en-suite bathrooms for every bedroom."

Wimbledon Champions Gardens · Spring, TX
Single-Story Patio Home in Gated Wimbledon Champions Gardens
6242 Agassi Ace Court
"This elegantly upgraded single-story patio home in the gated Wimbledon Champions Gardens community features high ceilings, plantation shutters, and a gourmet island kitchen with granite countertops. The private backyard is a tranquil retreat with a soothing rock waterfall, perfect for quiet relaxation."

Westheimer Lakes North · Katy, TX
Spacious 5-Bedroom Home in Master-Planned Westheimer Lakes North
6323 Hope Wood Mills Dr
"This stunning 5-bedroom home features a soaring entry, formal dining, and a private den, perfectly balanced for work and play. The open-concept kitchen with granite countertops and a massive island flows seamlessly into the family room, highlighting the home's natural light and wood flooring."

Sawmill Ranch Sec 1 · Spring, TX
Stunning 4-Bedroom Home in Sawmill Ranch Cul-de-Sac
5106 Ridge Beam Ln, Spring, TX 77389
"This Lennar-built home in Sawmill Ranch sits on a quiet cul-de-sac and features a masterfully designed two-story layout with the primary suite on the first floor. A major bonus is the brand-new zoned high-efficiency HVAC system installed in 2024, ensuring long-term comfort and energy savings."

Village of Panther Creek · The Woodlands, TX
Modern Panther Creek Home Backing to Greenbelt
47 W Tallowberry Dr
"This beautifully maintained four-bedroom home offers a rare combination of modern interior updates and a private backyard that backs directly to a lush greenbelt. With the primary suite conveniently located on the first floor and a spacious island kitchen, it's designed for both comfort and effortless entertaining."

Sienna Village Of Waters Lake · Missouri City, TX
Stunning Sienna Home with Private Pool & Spa
3314 Ravens Roost, Missouri City, TX 77459
"This exceptional Sienna residence stands out with its private heated pool and spa, perfect for year-round entertaining. Inside, the home features soaring ceilings, a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, and a spacious primary suite on the main level."

Coventry Sec 03 · Spring, TX
Private Retreat in Coventry with Pool, Spa, and Rare Dual Primaries
7411 Stonesfield Pl
"This stunning residence in the Coventry community stands out with its rare junior primary suite on the main floor and an oversized corner lot. The backyard is a private oasis, featuring a sparkling pool, spa, and outdoor fireplace perfect for year-round entertaining near The Woodlands."

Northwood Park · Spring, TX
Spacious Estate on Half-Acre Lot with Private Pool and Koi Pond
21427 Tophill Dr, Spring, TX 77388
"This unique Northwood Park residence stands out with a custom built-in aquarium in the family room and a massive 0.49-acre corner lot. The backyard is a private retreat featuring a pool with a waterfall, a slide, and a tranquil koi pond."

Oakhurst at Kingwood · Porter, TX
4-Bedroom Home with Private Pool and Backyard Oasis in Oakhurst
25321 Ramrock Dr
"This stunning Oakhurst residence features a private backyard paradise with a sparkling heated pool, fire pits, and no back neighbors for total privacy. Inside, you'll find a spacious layout with plantation shutters, a versatile game room, and an oversized primary suite with a spa-like bath."
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