retromodernjeff Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 Just saw that it is now Option Pending. Anyone know anything ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lowbrow Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 Nope. Wish I did. I absolutely love the outside of that house but it needs a lot of help inside... of the deremodeling variety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasdago Posted October 30, 2006 Share Posted October 30, 2006 Let's just hope it goes to someone with the mind to restore it rather than raze it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shin'enKan Posted October 31, 2006 Share Posted October 31, 2006 This afternoon I saw an inspector on the roof of the house. Am I correct in assuming that when developers buy a house to tear down they don't spend money on an inspection? I'm hoping this is a good sign. Of course this also explains the carpenters on the roof Sunday morning Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
retromodernjeff Posted November 7, 2006 Author Share Posted November 7, 2006 (edited) This afternoon I saw an inspector on the roof of the house. Am I correct in assuming that when developers buy a house to tear down they don't spend money on an inspection? I'm hoping this is a good sign.Of course this also explains the carpenters on the roof Sunday morning Maybe something was up with the roof. I just checked HAR and it shows back to Active on Market Edited November 7, 2006 by retromodernjeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VicMan Posted November 7, 2006 Share Posted November 7, 2006 Yeah - here's the HAR page: http://search.har.com/engine/indexdetail.c...mp;backButton=YThe HAR page needs higher-resolution pics.BTW, the house is in Spring Branch ISD (Rummel Creek ES, Memorial MS, Memorial HS). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
domus48 Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 Another 75K (at least) remediation/renovation property. The central issue on this one -- at least for someone interested in preserving the original design intent and integrity -- is eliminating the current "flipper" aspects of this property. Lots of backdating necessary as well as undoing "improvements" and poorly executed repairs and "upgrades".We stopped by one day and found the house has a less than positive vibe due to the aforementioned. Pretty unfortunate as it is a unique structure and in the hands of someone dedicated to bringing this house around it could be a real beauty.Hope that happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willowisp Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 It could be a prime "atomic ranch" in the right hands. You're right. There's a lot of work to be done. But just knowing that William Floyd said it was his favorite design in Memorial Bend should mean a lot, as should being amongst so many mods (and their mod owners) in the same neighborhood.A lot of the time I've noticed with properties that have been remodeled that a big step is going with high class flooring. That goes a long way toward beautifying an interior.This house seems very savable!JasonAnother 75K (at least) remediation/renovation property. The central issue on this one -- at least for someone interested in preserving the original design intent and integrity -- is eliminating the current "flipper" aspects of this property. Lots of backdating necessary as well as undoing "improvements" and poorly executed repairs and "upgrades".We stopped by one day and found the house has a less than positive vibe due to the aforementioned. Pretty unfortunate as it is a unique structure and in the hands of someone dedicated to bringing this house around it could be a real beauty.Hope that happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
domus48 Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 "A lot of the time I've noticed with properties that have been remodeled that a big step is going with high class flooring. That goes a long way toward beautifying an interior."Yes, there is value to be added with quality (and appropiate) flooring. But before anyone begins addressing finishes, there are crucial corrective/perventative measures to be undertaken. Namely a new roof and substrate: One could expect 15 to 25K here depending on the system used and the extent of repair necessary. Regardless of whether or not the existing roof is new or nearly new, thorough investigative efforts should occur with a new home owner. Next would be a review of the exterior building skin and foundation. Finally, comprehensive analysis of infrastructure should be executed -- electrical, HVAC and plumbing. These are fundimental issues requiring attention before addressing backdating and finish-out.If a new home owner wants to have a home that will survive another 50 years, systemic remediation must be undertaken.Probably sounds like I'm on a soap box here... and I guess I am. A building is a machine... it only functions as well as its working parts. A 1957 Chevy will only go so far with original parts. Oh, you can wax it all you want but will it get you to New York?"This house seems very savable!"Yep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpaceAge Posted November 8, 2006 Share Posted November 8, 2006 The information above is from the Memorial Bend website and was also distributed at the Mod of the Month showing of this house. This house has some very interesting aspects. Have you noticed that when standing in the foyer near the front door, thanks to the mirrors, it appears that all three vaults are visible? Actually there are only two vaults in the living room and the third vault is in the dining room which is separated by a wall. It originally had a Sputnik style hanging light fixture in the dining room which was removed by a renter. The original exterior color scheme was vibrant aqua and black. Do you think the addition of the second garage has thrown off the proportions too badly? I think if the front of the house was well detailed, it would go far to hold your view so that the new garage would be less noticed. The 1966 city directory shows that Dr. John D. Reeve lived at 330 Electra and had first been listed at this address in the directory in the 1960 edition. He may have been the original owner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bender Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 Although it isn't posted on HAR, there is a notice posted on the door of 330 Electra that it is for sale through Texas Realty Services. This is apparently a realtor that Fannie Mae uses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 sounds like a foreclosure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NenaE Posted June 16, 2011 Share Posted June 16, 2011 ...if that's the case, too bad if it went into foreclosure, hope it's not neglected too much. The roof design is very unique, not the usual flat roof mod, has three rounded tops. Hope it stays standing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbarz Posted August 17, 2011 Share Posted August 17, 2011 (edited) It was a Freddie Mac foreclosure listed at "lot value" Here are the photos from a previous sale at $354,500 front view; well-known 'Mod' home by William Floyd And the Foreclosure Pictures Close date is set for 9/30/11 Edited August 17, 2011 by rbarz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Resurrection of an old topic, but as many probably guessed, this one was demolished in 2012: http://swamplot.com/daily-demolition-report-the-new-frontier/2012-05-25/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenH Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 Figured as much. They were letting it rot anyway. Got damaged a bit during a storm if I remember. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbarz Posted April 11, 2016 Share Posted April 11, 2016 and now it's a McMansion... https://www.google.com/maps/@29.767521,-95.564283,3a,75y,99.87h,93.12t/data=!3m6!1e1!3m4!1sLTU7lscw3aNpOrjKNjvAhw!2e0!7i13312!8i6656!6m1!1e1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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