Stunning custom home in a gated enclave overlooking the Hogg Bird Sanctuary by Memorial Park. The groin vaulted entry opens to the two story rotunda. Impressive library or formal living room with gorgeous oak floors, wall of windows, plantation shutters and marble fireplace. Spacious formal dining room with high ceilings, hardwood floors and double doors opening to the private courtyard and fountain. Recently renovated chef's kitchen with high end stainless steel appliances, limestone floors, custom cabinetry and large island with counter seating. Family room with marble fireplace and gorgeous oak floors with wall of glass overlooking the serene sanctuary. Incredible master suite with recently redesigned marble master bathroom, his and her vanities and separate walk-in closets. Third floor oversized guest suite or additional living area with bowed wood-ribbed ceilings and wall of windows with treetop views.Elevator accessing all 3 floors. Additional 500 SF of unfinished space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
5,257 sq ftLot Size
$353Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Cynthia Bigelow• Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty - Memorial
Bought with Emma Del Frate• Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
This pristine, custom, one owner home situated in a private, gated enclave in the Memorial Park neighborhood overlooks the Hogg Bird Sanctuary. This lovely home provides exquisite, private forest views throughout. The free flowing plan was designed for entertaining & features a flexible plan to accommodate a variety of lifestyles. The groin vaulted entry opens to the rotunda rising 2 1/2 floors to an impressive domed ceiling. The beautiful library features an inglenook & banded oak floors. Walls of windows & French doors provide needed tranquility after a busy day. The recently renovated & custom designed chef's kitchen make this room highly functional as well as a visual delight. The impressive Master suite features a foyer entrance & recently redesigned Master Bath w/ beautiful high end finishes & 2 closets. Installed elevator & add'l 455 SF unfinished space. Stunning outdoor living areas include a professionally designed side garden w/ fountain off the dining + outdoor dining area.
Public Records
Jun 30, 1999
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$41,271 (−1.9%)
$538,598 + $1,403,369
$1,941,967
2025
$42,079 (+1.6%)
$538,598 + $1,441,402
$1,980,000
2024
$41,429 (+3.8%)
$538,598 + $1,441,402
$1,980,000
2023
$39,893 (−5.7%)
$538,598 + $1,441,402
$1,980,000
2022
$42,284 (+3.9%)
2021
$40,688 (−2.9%)
$487,303 + $1,258,469
$1,745,772
2020
$41,888 (−0.9%)
$487,303 + $1,258,469
$1,745,772
2019
$42,275 (+20.2%)
$487,303 + $1,258,469
$1,745,772
2018
$35,173 (+0.2%)
$384,713 + $1,005,287
$1,390,000
2017
$35,116 (+0.3%)
$384,713 + $1,005,287
$1,390,000
2016
$35,020 (+13.5%)
$384,713 + $1,005,287
$1,390,000
2015
$30,852 (−1.4%)
2014
$31,284 (+0.5%)
$384,713 + $832,287
$1,217,000
2013
$31,143 (−12.3%)
$384,713 + $832,287
$1,217,000
2012
$35,508 (+33.1%)
$333,418 + $883,582
$1,217,000
2011
$26,674 (+56.6%)
2010
$17,037 (+0.3%)
2009
$16,988
Tax history for 26 Rains Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$41,271 (−1.9%)
$538,598 + $1,403,369
$1,941,967
2025
$42,079 (+1.6%)
$538,598 + $1,441,402
$1,980,000
2024
$41,429 (+3.8%)
$538,598 + $1,441,402
$1,980,000
2023
$39,893 (−5.7%)
$538,598 + $1,441,402
$1,980,000
2022
$42,284 (+3.9%)
2021
$40,688 (−2.9%)
$487,303 + $1,258,469
$1,745,772
2020
$41,888 (−0.9%)
$487,303 + $1,258,469
$1,745,772
2019
$42,275 (+20.2%)
$487,303 + $1,258,469
$1,745,772
2018
$35,173 (+0.2%)
$384,713 + $1,005,287
$1,390,000
2017
$35,116 (+0.3%)
$384,713 + $1,005,287
$1,390,000
2016
$35,020 (+13.5%)
$384,713 + $1,005,287
$1,390,000
2015
$30,852 (−1.4%)
2014
$31,284 (+0.5%)
$384,713 + $832,287
$1,217,000
2013
$31,143 (−12.3%)
$384,713 + $832,287
$1,217,000
2012
$35,508 (+33.1%)
$333,418 + $883,582
$1,217,000
2011
$26,674 (+56.6%)
2010
$17,037 (+0.3%)
2009
$16,988
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,259 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
4,831
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Harris County
APN
1196080010012
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
Sep 14, 2015 • Final
Building pmt
Perform residential repairs according to the specification list.
Remodel
Sep 11, 2015 • Final
Electrical pmt
Perform residential repairs according to the specification list.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 25x23
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 18x13
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Third
Room Dimensions: 29x16
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 23x13
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Second
Room Dimensions: 18x14
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 16x10
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room Level: Second
Room Dimensions: 17x16
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: First
Room Dimensions: 29x16
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Possible: 3
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
# of Fireplaces: 2
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Elevator, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Stone Counters, Separate Shower, Walk-In Pantry, Wired for Sound, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave