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1620 Post Office St, Galveston, TX, 77550

$689,000

Home List Price

$8,182*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
4 Full Baths
2,576 SqFt
$267/SqFt
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1620 Post Office St, Galveston$689,000

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$8,182*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDetached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1887
HeatingCentral, Electric, Natural Gas, Zoned
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
FireplaceWood Burning
MLS #44984199
Lot Size0.12 Acres
StatusActive

About 1620 Post Office St

This 1900 Storm Survivor is the circa 1887 "Peacock" House in Galveston Island’s East End Historical District. It is located near The Strand, UTMB, dining, shopping, art galleries, and more. The home has 3 bedrooms/3 baths, and the large garage apartment has 1 bedroom/1 bath. The apartment has many cabinets and a utility room. There is also an oversized 2 car garage for off-street parking. The home has double parlors, pocket doors, transom windows, double staircases, high ceilings, an elevator, a wood burning fireplace, and a butler's pantry. The home blends many updates with historical features for modern comfort and preservation. The interior was painted in 2024. The large primary bath was remodeled in 2024, adding an oversized shower, double vanities, and counters. The home has a covered front porch and balcony, and a covered back deck for relaxing and entertaining. The apartment can generate extra income.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Victorian, Historic/Antique
  • Year Built: 1887
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,576 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Waters Turnley Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (713) 201-8591
  • Listing Agent: Troy Waters

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Engineered Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Butlers Pantry, Central Vacuum, Dry Bar, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Elevator, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Multiple Staircases, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Vanity, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Balcony, Covered Patio, Deck, Fully Fenced, Fence, Porch, Patio, Private Yard

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Subdivision
  • Lot Size: 0.12 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Electric, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Broadway turn north on 17th Street and go to Post Office Street. Take a right on Post Office Street. Home is located a few homes down on the left. THERE IS CURRENTLY NO PARKING ON POST OFFICE IN FRONT OF THE PROPERTY DUE TO UTILITY CONSTRUCTION. Parking is available on 16th and 17th streets and in the alley behind the house.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $689,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $267/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,820
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Galveston, TX

City

Med. Sold Price

$429.4K

Med. Price/SqFt

$324

Avg. Days On Market

79

# of Sold Homes

52

1620 Post Office St vs Galveston

148 DAYS ON ROCKET

+69 Days

$689,000

+$259.6K More

$267/SqFt

-$57 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $259.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $57/SqFt less than other homes in Galveston, TX.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: HAR
  • MLS Number: #44984199

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Waters Turnley Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (713) 201-8591
  • Listing Agent: Troy Waters

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$1,820$343,260
2020$6,300$289,190
2019$6,008$262,900
2018$5,481$243,654
2017$4,923$221,504

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

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Nearby Schools

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  • Rosenburg Elementary School

  • 721 10th St

  • 0.48 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-2

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6
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  • Morgan Elementary Health, Medical Science and Engineering Magnet

  • 1410 37th St

  • 1.56 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-4

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4
/10

  • Burnet STREAM Magnet School

  • 5501 Avenue S

  • 3.09 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-4

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,603. Most Galveston, TX residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1620 Post Office St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1620 Post Office St property is $689,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1620 Post Office St is a house located in Galveston, Texas, 77550.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1620 Post Office St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,820 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1620 Post Office St has 3 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1620 Post Office St is 2,576 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1620 Post Office St is 1887.

Rocket Homes›Texas›Galveston County›Galveston›77550›1620 Post Office St

This home is located at 1620 Post Office St in Galveston, TX and zip code 77550 in the The East End neighborhood. This 2,576 square foot home, which was built in 1887, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 27, 2024 and is currently priced at $689,000.

In November 2024, from all listings sold in Galveston, TX there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 49 sold below and more than 2 were sold right at the asked price. Between October 2024 and November 2024, Galveston, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 14%. While the average time on the market in November 2024 was 79 days, the median list price was $429,400.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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