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1620 Sealy St, Galveston, TX, 77550

$799,000

Home List Price

$9,488*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
2,735 SqFt
$292/SqFt
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1620 Sealy St, Galveston$799,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$9,488*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeOther
ParkingDetached, Garage
Garage1 space
Year Built1896
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Attic Fan
MLS #25884143
Lot Size0.12 Acres
StatusActive

About 1620 Sealy St

This is a rare opportunity to own this 1896 Colonial Victorian Revival! Listed on the National Historic Registry, this beauty, known as the Louis Marx House, is located in the East End Historic District and has been restored and updated! Blending historic charm with modern conveniences, this home features the original fretwork, woodwork, windows and upper and lower galleries, while boasting modern finishes in the kitchen and bath. With gorgeous landscaping, including built-in firepit, this home has been awarded Home of the Month and is one of the MOST photographed and admired homes in Galveston. THIS HOME HAS NEVER FLOODED... even in IKE. This home makes a walk to the beach or the Strand a breeze. It can be used as a personal home or a vacation rental. The current owners use this home as both. Furnishings are negotiable.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Victorian, Historic/Antique
  • Year Built: 1896
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,735 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Carnes Realty Group LLC
  • Office Phone: (918) 527-7724
  • Listing Agent: Mary Huckabay

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

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

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Subdivision, Side Yard(s)
  • Lot Size: 0.12 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Attic Fan

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: I-45 south to Broadway, turn left on 16th Street, left on Sealy and the house is on your right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $799,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $292/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $10,322
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Galveston, TX

City

Med. Sold Price

$433.1K

Med. Price/SqFt

$328

Avg. Days On Market

83

# of Sold Homes

59

1620 Sealy St vs Galveston

98 DAYS ON ROCKET

+15 Days

$799,000

+$365.8K More

$292/SqFt

-$36 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $365.8K more than the Median Sold Price and $36/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: #25884143

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Carnes Realty Group LLC
  • Office Phone: (918) 527-7724
  • Listing Agent: Mary Huckabay

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$10,322$611,940
2020$11,204$456,330
2019$9,200$467,510
2018$8,393$373,106
2017$7,539$339,187

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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  • Rosenburg Elementary School

  • 721 10th St

  • 0.45 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-2

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6
/10

  • Morgan Elementary Health, Medical Science and Engineering Magnet

  • 1410 37th St

  • 1.48 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-4

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4
/10

  • Burnet STREAM Magnet School

  • 5501 Avenue S

  • 2.99 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 $28,478. Residents of Galveston, TX typically earn less than $35k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1620 Sealy St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1620 Sealy St property is $799,000.

What type of property is this?

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

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1620 Sealy 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 $10,322 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1620 Sealy St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1620 Sealy St is 2,735 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1620 Sealy St is 1896.

Rocket Homes›Texas›Galveston County›Galveston›77550›1620 Sealy St

This home is located at 1620 Sealy St in Galveston, TX and zip code 77550 in the The East End neighborhood. This 2,735 square foot home, which was built in 1896, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 15, 2024 and is currently priced at $799,000.

Galveston, TX housing market in October 2024 saw over 2 listings sold above listed price, more than 2 sold at listed price and over 52 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Galveston, TX between September 2024 and October 2024 increased by 15.7%. In October 2024 median list price was $433,113 and the average listing age was 83 days.

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