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Lavish Texas Victorian with historic ties lists for almost $1 million. Look inside

A historic landmark Victorian in Houston that was developed by architect George F. Barber is on the marked for $975,000.
A historic landmark Victorian in Houston that was developed by architect George F. Barber is on the marked for $975,000. Screen grab from Realtor.com

A charming Victorian home in Houston has gracefully made its way onto the market for $975,000. The estate, known as the Harper House, recently had a price drop, according to Culture Map Houston, which reported it for sale at $1.1 million in early June.

Exterior
Exterior Screen grab from Realtor.com

The four-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home sprawled across 3,218 square feet was constructed in 1905 from mail-order plans, according to a plaque mounted on the gate surrounding the Victorian.

Harper house
Harper house Screen grab from Realtor.com

“Fully restored and lovingly maintained with attention lavished on every single detail, a historic landmark Victorian beauty by renowned architect George F. Barber,” the listing on Realtor.com said. “A seamless blend of all the modern conveniences combined with historic character and architectural details.

Interior
Interior Screen grab from Realtor.com

“Everything you’d expect from a home of this caliber, from the ornate mantles, millwork, high ceilings and stunning light fixtures to the top-drawer Viking Professional series appliances, award-winning kitchen remodel, Marimeko wall coverings & of course completely updated systems.”

Kitchen
Kitchen Screen grab from Realtor.com

According to Culture Map, Texas Builder Magazine awarded the home its “best kitchen remodel.”

Dining room
Dining room Screen grab from Realtor.com

Out back, the home has a swimming pool along with a garage apartment.

Living room
Living room Screen grab from Realtor.com
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This story was originally published June 11, 2021 at 11:31 AM with the headline "Lavish Texas Victorian with historic ties lists for almost $1 million. Look inside."

TJ Macias
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
TJ Macías is a Real-Time national sports reporter for McClatchy based out of the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. Formerly, TJ covered the Dallas Mavericks and Texas Rangers beat for numerous media outlets including 24/7 Sports and Mavs Maven (Sports Illustrated). Twitter: @TayloredSiren
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