T
he Houston real estate market is thriving, as evidenced by a recent $3.65 million listing handled by Washington Ho's White House Global Properties. This impressive property, known as the "Darth Vader house," is located at 3201 University Boulevard in West University Place. Built in 1992 by plastic surgeon Dr. Jean Cukier, the home boasts a sleek, dark aesthetic with a predominantly black and gray color scheme. Spanning 7,000 square feet, the house features four bedrooms, five bathrooms, black stone floors, and futuristic elements such as floating staircases and skylights. The walls are an impressive two feet thick, providing an unparalleled level of durability and security.

    The property has been at the center of controversy due to allegations of commercial activities being conducted within its walls, which would violate local zoning regulations. The owner's identity remains shielded behind an LLC, adding an element of mystery to this unique property.

    Shelby Forbert, a prominent figure in HBO Max's reality series "House of Ho," has recently sold a 13,000-square-foot mansion at 4616 Oleander Street in Bellaire for just under $5.5 million after less than 24 hours on the market. Dubbed the "Luke Skywalker house," this property boasts a price per square foot of $414, a far cry from the humble beginnings of Tatooine.

    Ho's White House Global Properties is hoping to break two world records with the sale of the Darth Vader house, aiming to sell it in less than 28 hours. This impressive feat would solidify the company's position as a leading force in Houston's real estate market.