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Panorama of Houston File 208-747-823
Houston, TX city
structure #90058329building

The Kirby Building

existing 41 m 11 floors 1926

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Main Roof Height41.5 m
Architectural Height41 m
Building Mass Height41 m
Floors11 Source: Visual check in the structure's vicinity
Completion1926
Last Renovation2004
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usageresidential condominium
Status existing
Architectural Styleearly modern
Address917 Main Street
Smart Address917 Main Street
CityHouston, TX
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-10-18

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