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12207 Rip Van Winkle Dr

Houston, TX
Active
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
3,131
Square Feet
0.27
Lot Size (acres)
1961
Year Built
1
Days On Market

Showings begin at Open House, Sunday, November 15th, 1pm - 3pm. Elegant, traditional by John F. Vaglienti is nestled among towering trees in the small enclave of Frostwood located east of Gessner Road. Perfectly located a short stroll from Frostwood Elementary and The Memorial Forest Club (Membership available).This quality home has the hallmarks of the fine, original homes of the area: hardwood floors w/peg detail, crown and panel molding, beamed ceiling, wood paneling, solid wood 6 panel doors, custom built-ins, grand brick fireplace, expansive rooms, and walk in closets. High ceilings grace the Entry, Formal living, Family, & 1 bedroom. Large covered patio with ceiling fans is a peaceful retreat in the lush backyard. Enjoy a wonderful lifestyle in this spacious home nestled in nature and conveniently located near major medical, shopping, dining, hike & bike paths, & zoned to highly sought after SBISD schools: Frostwood ES, Memorial MS, Memorial HS - buyer to verify eligibility.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
1 hours ago
Listed By
Sharyn Short · Lacey Cannon Properties, 7132984449
MLS#
60406548
Source
Houston Association of REALTORS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
12207 Rip Van Winkle Dr, Houston, TX 77024
City
Houston
County
Harris
Neighborhood
Frostwood
Zip Code
77024

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Stories
1
Year Built
1961
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Wood Siding, Brick
Building Area
3,131 sq. ft.
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Composition
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Detached

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Walk-In Closet(s), Double Vanity
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal, Convection Oven, Gas Cooktop, Double Oven
Patio and Porch
Covered
Community Features
Curbs
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Heating
Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Size
0.27 Acres
Lot Features
Back Yard, Subdivided
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
3,131 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$1,250,000
Annual Taxes
$27,528
Association Fee
$350 (paid Annually)

Schools

49/100
Frostwood Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.2 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Houston
Students
838
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
56% White · 26% Asian · 11% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
8%
Phone
(713) 251-5700
99/100
Spring Branch Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.9 mi
City
Houston
Students
1,127
Student body
45% White · 43% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
34%
Phone
(713) 281-4400
79/100
Memorial Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1 mi
City
Houston
Students
1,247
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
57% White · 19% Asian · 17% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(713) 251-3900
78/100
Bunker Hill Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 0.6 mi
City
Houston
Students
654
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
50% White · 28% Asian · 15% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(713) 251-5400
76/100
The Wildcat Way School
Grades PK–PK · 1.2 mi
City
Houston
Students
299
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
37% Hispanic / Latino · 36% White · 11% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
48%
Phone
(713) 251-8200
67/100
Woodview Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.8 mi
City
Houston
Students
527
Parent reviews
4.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
88% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Black · 5% White
Free/reduced lunch
95%
Phone
(713) 251-7800
66/100
Memorial High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.5 mi
City
Houston
Students
2,607
Parent reviews
3.7★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
57% White · 21% Hispanic / Latino · 16% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(713) 251-2500
58/100
Walnut Bend Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.8 mi
City
Houston
Students
752
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
52% Hispanic / Latino · 33% Black · 10% White
Free/reduced lunch
90%
Phone
(713) 917-3540

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
11/12/2026Listed for sale$1,250,000

Listed by Sharyn Short · Lacey Cannon Properties · 7132984449

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Copyright 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 12, 2026 at 11:43 PM | Source: Houston Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 60406548

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