A rare in-town estate, 20 Sunset Boulevard offers an extraordinary combination of security, architectural character, and location directly across from Rice University, with close proximity to Downtown, the Medical Center, and the Museum District. Behind private gates on approximately .41 acre, this distinguished 1942 residence has been thoughtfully renovated and refreshed for sophisticated modern living. Approximately 6,922 SF includes elegant formals, multiple living spaces, walnut herringbone floors, an antique marble mantel, crystal staircase balusters, and abundant natural light. A chef’s kitchen with a commercial-grade scullery & a glass-walled sunroom overlooking the grounds creates exceptional spaces for entertaining. The expansive primary suite features dual baths, dressing areas, & multiple closets. An elevator, mature landscaping, & a resort-style pool w/ pool house complete this exceptional estate--an opportunity extraordinarily difficult to recreate in the heart of Houston.
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
0.41 acresLot Size
$707Price/Sq.Ft.
$300/moHOA Dues
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carol Rowley• Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
Boulevard Oaks, located between Rice University and Upper Kirby, is a historic and residential Houston neighborhood with tree-canopied boulevards and early-20th-century architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Bissonnet Street corridor near Kirby Drive, where low-slung storefronts, patios, and gallery-style spaces set a polished, walkable rhythm. Brick Tudors, Colonial Revivals, and deep front lawns define the streetscape, with curving roads that soften the city grid. The Menil Collection and Rothko Chapel anchor the cultural calendar with quiet, design-forward spaces. Nearby, the Rice Village shopping district adds independent boutiques and sidewalk dining without breaking the neighborhood’s calm. Bayou trails and pocket parks thread outdoor time into daily routines.
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Offer insights
20 Sunset Blvd · $4,895,000
$4.82M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $4.82M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
25 days
The average home goes pending in 54 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
97.1%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Wet bar
Breakfast bar
Bidet
Balcony
Butler's pantry
Crown molding
Dual sinks
Double vanity
Entrance foyer
Elevator
En suite bathroom
Full bath on main level
Hollywood bath
High ceilings
Kitchen island
Bath in primary bedroom
Multiple staircases
Pots & pan drawers
Pantry
Pot filler
Window coverings
Gas log fireplaces (3 total)
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on second level
Additional bedrooms on first and second levels (total 5 possible bedrooms)
Bathrooms
5 full bathrooms
3 half bathrooms
Kitchen
Convection oven
Double oven
Dishwasher
Gas cooktop
Cooktop
Oven
Microwave
Disposal
Ice maker
Wine refrigerator
Refrigerator
Kitchen island
Butler's pantry
Pantry
Pot filler
Breakfast bar
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Gas dryer hookup
Tankless water heater
Flooring
Marble
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central heating (gas, zoned)
Central air conditioning (electric, zoned)
Thermostat with energy-efficient features
Exterior features
Balcony
Covered patio
Deck
Porch
Patio
Private yard
Fully fenced backyard
Sprinkler/irrigation
Backs to greenbelt/park
Subdivision setting
Home design
Residential property
Faces south
Entry foyer
Multiple stories
Elevator
Parking
Attached garage with 2 spaces
Driveway
Additional parking
Garage door opener
Security
Owned security system
Controlled access / gated community
Smoke detectors
Construction
Built in 1942
Stucco and wood siding exterior
Slab foundation
Gunite in-ground private pool
Utilities
Public water and well
Public sewer
Public power
HOA & community
Part of Estates of Oak Shadows association
Gated community with controlled access
Annual association fee covering common areas
Electricity and solar
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Houston, TX • 77005
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Houston. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 20 Sunset Blvd
$4,614,827
$280K under list price of $4.90M
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