About 655 W Forest Dr
This stunning colonial home in the desirable Yorkshire neighborhood, off Memorial Dr., combines classic elegance and thoughtful updates. The residence features a den with mahogany French doors opening to a partially covered patio and a landscaped garden. The seamless floorplan blends formal and family living spaces, enhanced by crown molding and solid wood doors. The main level includes a primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet and an en suite featuring separate areas for vanity, shower, and an additional sink, accessed via a cozy room suitable for a study or media room. Upstairs, four bedrooms include two connected by an updated Jack-and-Jill bathroom and a spacious balcony. Additional features include a full bath in the hallway, substantial closet space in each bedroom, and a lush backyard shaded by mature trees. A detached two-car garage hides an impressive backup generator ensuring preparedness for any weather. Importantly, the home remained dry during Harvey.
Features of 655 W Forest Dr
| MLS® # | 56994565 |
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| Price | $1,200,500 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 3.50 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 3,430 |
| Square Footage | 11993 |
| Acres | 0.28 |
| Year Built | 1963 |
| Type | Single-Family |
| Style | Traditional |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 655 W Forest Dr |
|---|---|
| Area | Memorial |
| Subdivision | Yorkshire |
| City | Houston |
| County | Harris |
| State | Texas |
| Zip Code | 77079-6915 |
Amenities
| # of Garages | 2 |
|---|---|
| Garages | Detached Garage |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior | Alarm System - Owned, Crown Moulding, Dry Bar, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, Prewired for Alarm System, Refrigerator Included |
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| Interior Features | Alarm System - Owned, Crown Moulding, Dry Bar, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, Prewired for Alarm System, Refrigerator Included |
| Heating | Central Gas |
| Cooling | Central Electric |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Gas Connections, Gaslog Fireplace |
| # of Stories | 2.00 |
Exterior
| Exterior | Back Yard Fenced, Balcony, Covered Patio/Deck, Fully Fenced, Porch, Private Driveway, Satellite Dish, Sprinkler System |
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| Exterior Features | Back Yard Fenced, Balcony, Covered Patio/Deck, Fully Fenced, Porch, Private Driveway, Satellite Dish, Sprinkler System |
| Lot Description | Subdivision Lot |
| Roof | Composition |
| Foundation | Slab |
School Information
| District | Spring Branch |
|---|---|
| Elementary | MEADOW WOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL |
| Middle | SPRING FOREST MIDDLE SCHOOL |
| High | STRATFORD HIGH SCHOOL (SPRING BRANCH) |
Additional Information
| Days on Website | 14 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Walzel Properties - Corporate Office |
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