Houston Rockets New Star Chris Paul Selling Pricey LA Mansions, Probably Searching In Houston

HOUSTON, TX — Chris Paul made sports headlines last month when the Houston Rockets signed the all-star, megastar. But Paul is making news recently for, well, his real estate. He's leaving the Los Angeles Clippers to come to Space City, but check out the houses he's owned, and selling, via Patch partner realtor.com.

And now that Paul is bringing his talents to Houston, we're bringing him a few home ideas to choose from, whether it's River Oaks, The Woodlands, Sugarland, Katy, Bellaire, Humble, The Heights, Clear Lake or anywhere an NBA gazillionaire can afford.

Here's the first of his homes in the Los Angeles area:

This home located at 5701 Lubao Avenue in Woodland Hills, California, this private and gated Mediterranean estate measures 6,413 sq.ft. of living space. Built in 2014, this custom newer construction estate offers quality construction and fine finishes throughout, and features a wonderful open floor plan with great space for entertaining indoor/outdoor. The grand entry foyer has soaring high ceilings, an elegant chandelier and wrought iron staircase leading up to the bedrooms. Oh, check out the views, the swimming pool and lavish amenities.

This home on 2180 Stratford Circle in Los Angeles is selling for a cool $9.5 million. Probably not in the price range for Rockets fans who watch the games religiously at home on TV or from the cheap seats of the Toyota Center. This one's located in one of the most sought after gated communities in Bel Air, this sprawling estate features over 12k sqft and has been exquisitely renovated. A covered outdoor living/entertainment area, kitchen, BBQ station & pool afford a grand setting perfect for entertaining. Additional features include a large commercial elevator and Crestron Home Automation (48 Ceiling speakers, 9 touch panels, & 16 cameras).

So Chris, now that we've seen your taste in real estate, here are a few Houston area homes that might interest you. And welcome to Houston!

Ok Chris, if you want to have the whole team, and the coach, over for a team pow wow, here's a 17-bedroom pad on the outskirts of The Woodlands, Conroe and Montgomery County. It sits on a secluded 420 acres in a private prime location that's 35 miles to George Bush Airport, 11 miles to Hooks Airport, 6 miles to Tomball, mins north of Grand PKWY, 50 mins to Downtown Houston. It has flat and rolling fields, a 30 acre lake, woods and wetlands with wildlife — because, well you know, you're in Texas now. The home itself has five bedrooms, four full baths and the main home sold furnished (No need to move furniture from LA). It also has a 1,381 square foot four bedroom, two bath guest house, pool w/ waterfall and outdoor kitchen.

One of Sugarland's most iconic estates is on the market, and it's right up Chris Paul's alley as it rivals one of his Los Angeles homes. It’s located on the exclusive Palm Royale Blvd. and situated on a beautiful lot surrounded by lakes and golf course views. It’s built for world class entertaining — this palace will impress from the moment you arrive. Imported stone, custom woodwork, exquisite chandeliers - every detail from the ground up was meticulously-designed and no expense was spared. Check out the spectacular backyard oasis w/ massive pool, cabana and outdoor kitchen. Live like royalty, Chris!

This elegant Georgian-style home is situated on more than 1 acre in a prime River Oaks location. Originally built in 1939, the current owner significantly updated the home in 1999 with room additions, fresh interiors and upgraded systems. Designed for entertaining on a grand scale with an inviting foyer, beautifully appointed formal living and dining room, wine cellar, movie theater, extensive butler's pantry, breakfast room, gourmet kitchen and more. Luxurious master suite and magnificent closets.

And one last Houston-area home, Chris. Check out thus beauty in Midtown, where your commute to the Toyota Center will be very short. This beautiful modern home in the heart on Midtown is set between the Med Center and Downtown. This home boasts spacious living combined with an out door sanctuary. Nuvo Custom lighting and sound through out and a Japanese soaking tub in the master suite. This beauty is just $1.5 million — or about 1/10 of a season.

Top images: First photo via realtor.com; next image caption: Chris Paul waves to fans after being introduced as the newest member of the Houston Rockets Friday, July 14, 2017, in Houston. The nine-time All-Star was traded from the Los Angeles Clippers late last month. Joining Paul on stage, from left to right, are Rockets announcer Craig Ackerman, coach Mike D'Antoni and basket hall of fame member Calvin Murphy. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)