Known throughout Houston as the iconic "Castle House," this extraordinary estate was designed by renowned residential architect Robert Dame and offers a rare blend of timeless European architecture, privacy, and luxury. Nestled on a secluded, tree-lined acreage homesite in prestigious Rivercrest Estates, the residence showcases striking stone and brick construction, soaring rooflines, grand-scale living spaces, intricate millwork, and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. Designed for both elegant entertaining and everyday living, the expansive floorplan features generous living areas, private bedroom retreats, and seamless indoor-outdoor connections overlooking picturesque grounds. Resort-style amenities include a sparkling pool with waterslide, a sports court, and expansive acreage offering endless possibilities for recreation or future enhancements. Mature trees and park-like surroundings create a private sanctuary unlike anything else in Houston.
For sale
Price cut: $90K (6/10)
$4,590,000
728 Crestbend Dr, Houston, TX 77042
4beds
7,116sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
3 Acres Lot
$4,260,400 Zestimate®
$645/sqft
$292/mo HOA
What's special
- 32 days |
- 1,239 |
- 93 |
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Listed by:
Nancy Almodovar TREC #0529794 713-714-6454,
Nan & Company Properties - Corporate Office (Heights)
Source: HAR,MLS#: 31130205
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Garage Apartment, Utility Room, Wine Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Half Bath, Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Separate Shower, Primary Bath: Soaking Tub, Secondary Bath(s): Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo, Vanity Area
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Kitchen open to Family Room, Pantry, Second Sink, Walk-in Pantry
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Microwave, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Balcony, Crown Molding, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings, 3 Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 1st Floor, Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Engineered Hardwood, Stone, Tile
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Outside, Gas, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,116
- Total interior livable area: 7,116 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Electric Gate, Garage, Detached, Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 8
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio/Deck
- Exterior features: Back Green Space, Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Tennis Court(s), Side Yard
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gunite, Pool/Spa Combo
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Spa/Hot Tub, Private
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, 2 Up to 5 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Detached Gar Apt /Quarters
- Parcel number: 0922400000004
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: French
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition,Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat, HVAC, HVAC>15 SEER
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Rivercrest Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Paid Patrol
- HOA fee: $3,500 annually
Location
- Region: Houston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $645/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,810,500
- Annual tax amount: $59,729
- Date on market: 6/6/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$4,260,400
$4.05M - $4.47M
$7,436/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Price change | $4,590,000-1.9%$645/sqft |
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| 6/22/2025 | Price change | $4,680,000-3.5%$658/sqft |
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| 4/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,850,000+3.6%$682/sqft |
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| 9/16/2024 | Listing removed | $4,680,000$658/sqft |
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| 5/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $4,680,000$658/sqft |
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| 5/20/2024 | Pending sale | $4,680,000$658/sqft |
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| 5/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $4,680,000+7.6%$658/sqft |
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| 10/16/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/2/2021 | Listed for sale | $4,350,000+97.7%$611/sqft |
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| 10/19/2012 | Listing removed | $2,200,000$309/sqft |
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| 9/15/2012 | Listed for sale | $2,200,000$309/sqft |
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| 7/26/2012 | Listing removed | $2,200,000$309/sqft |
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| 11/23/2011 | Price change | $2,200,000-6.4%$309/sqft |
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| 11/4/2011 | Listed for sale | $2,350,000-21.5%$330/sqft |
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| 7/26/2010 | Listing removed | $2,995,000$421/sqft |
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| 5/29/2010 | Price change | $2,995,000-16.8%$421/sqft |
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| 11/27/2009 | Price change | $3,599,000-9.9%$506/sqft |
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| 9/27/2009 | Listed for sale | $3,995,000$561/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $59,729 +7.1% | $2,810,500 +5.4% |
| 2024 | $55,793 +1.4% | $2,666,500 -4.2% |
| 2023 | $55,010 -0.6% | $2,781,994 +10.7% |
| 2022 | $55,322 | $2,512,488 +4.7% |
| 2021 | -- | $2,400,000 |
| 2020 | $57,586 -3.5% | $2,400,000 -2.6% |
| 2019 | $59,650 +29% | $2,463,284 +4% |
| 2018 | $46,224 | $2,367,700 -0.3% |
| 2017 | $46,224 +10% | $2,375,500 0% |
| 2016 | $42,031 +18.7% | $2,376,007 +13.8% |
| 2015 | $35,397 | $2,088,504 +21.4% |
| 2014 | $35,397 | $1,721,000 -9.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,907,698 -17.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $2,323,815 |
| 2010 | -- | $2,323,815 |
| 2009 | -- | $2,323,815 +16.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,998,735 +44.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $1,386,000 +10% |
| 2005 | -- | $1,260,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $1,260,000 -14% |
| 2003 | -- | $1,465,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $1,465,100 +42.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $1,030,600 +7.8% |
| 2000 | -- | $955,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Briarforest Area
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Walnut Bend Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 4/10Revere Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Westside High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Walnut Bend Elementary School (Houston)
- Middle: Revere Middle School
- High: Westside High School
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- Texas
- Harris County
- Houston
- 77042
- Briarforest Area
- 728 Crestbend Dr
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