#78933493, Kara Hopkins, Listing Office: Lane Real Estate
522 Rancho Bauer Dr Houston, TX 77079
Property details
About 522 Rancho Bauer Dr
Situated in the heart of Memorial on nearly an acre, this palatial estate defines timeless elegance and luxurious living. Designed for grand entertaining and refined comfort, prepare to revel in the soaring ceilings, multiple expansive downstairs living areas, 2024 roof and exquisite architectural details throughout. A richly paneled study/library and magnificent formal dining, that sparkles with custom Schonbek Crystal chandelier, flank the entry. The traditional white island kitchen with rare blue Bahia granite and custom cabinetry opens to the family room. The spacious primary offers views of the private backyard with dual baths and two sensational cedar closets. Upstairs is accessible by private elevator with 3 secondary bedrooms and impressive walk-in attic storage area. Surrounded by mature trees and manicured grounds, this elegant residence combines sophistication, comfort, and privacy in one of Houston’s most coveted neighborhoods- for those seeking a distinguished lifestyle.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Water Softener
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Butlers Pantry, Crown Molding, Dry Bar, Dual Sinks, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Elevator, High Ceilings, Jetted Tub, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Vanity, Walk-In Pantry, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Gas Log
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Additional Parking, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Exterior: Covered Patio, Deck, Fence, Porch, Patio, Private Yard
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Zoned
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Zoned
- List Price: $1,880,000
- Price/SqFt: $410
- HOA Amount: $450 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $10,577
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Subdivision, Wooded, Near Park, Side Yard(s)
- Directions: From Kirkwood and Memorial Dr. head West on Memorial Dr. Turn Left on to Rancho Bauer. Home will be halfway down street, past Cardinal on Lefthand side.
- Year Built: 2005
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 4,585 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.8814 Acres
- MLS Number: 59780250
- MLS Name: HAR
- Office Name: Lacey Cannon Properties
- Office Phone: (713) 298-4449
- Office Email: lacey@laceycannon.com
- Listing Agent: Lacey Cannon
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Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $1,920,481 | $10,577 |
2023 | $1,694,000 | $9,866 |
2022 | $1,500,000 | $17,422 |
2021 | $1,312,920 | $17,663 |
2020 | $1,302,000 | $34,033 |
2018 | $1,158,400 | $30,326 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Meadow Wood Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.4 mi
•14230 Memorial Dr
7
Thornwood Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•14400 Fern Dr
7
Nottingham Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.2 mi
•570 Nottingham Oaks Trl
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $215,829. Residents of Houston, TX typically earn $200k+ each year. Typical family type is married, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 522 Rancho Bauer Dr
The listing price of 522 Rancho Bauer Dr property is $1,880,000.
The property 522 Rancho Bauer Dr is a house located in Houston, Texas, 77079.
Active Listing: 522 Rancho Bauer Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 522 Rancho Bauer Dr are: Meadow Wood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Thornwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Nottingham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Spring Forest Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), West Briar Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Revere Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Spring Branch Academic Institute (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Stratford High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Westchester Academy for International Studies (GreatSchools Rating 9/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,577 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 522 Rancho Bauer Dr has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 522 Rancho Bauer Dr is 4,585 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 522 Rancho Bauer Dr is 2005.
This home is located at 522 Rancho Bauer Dr in Houston, TX and zip code 77079 in the Westside neighborhood. This 4,585 square foot home, which was built in 2005, sits on a 0.88 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,880,000.
Over 329 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Houston, TX. In the same period over 1260 listings were sold below the listed price and 484 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Houston, TX increased by 24% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 42 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $320,199 during the same period.