1620 Sealy Avenue
Galveston, TX 77550
$775,000
Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,735 Sq. Ft.
$283 / Sq. Ft.
2,735
Sq. Ft.
$283
per Sq. Ft.
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Description
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...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.
- Listed by Mary Huckabay • TREC #0744971 • Carnes Realty Group LLC
Property Details for 1620 Sealy Avenue
Area
33
Geo Market AreaEast End
SubdivisionGalveston Townsite
Primary Planned CommunityNo
For LeaseNo
School District22 - Galveston
StyleVictorian
Private PoolNo
LISTING UPDATED: 12/02/2024 01:39 PM
Property Details for 1620 Sealy Avenue
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| MLS # | 25884143 |
| Days on Market | 110 |
| Taxes | $13,003 / year |
| HOA Fees | - |
| Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
| Compass Type | Single Family |
| MLS Type | Single-Family |
| Year Built | 1896 |
| Lot Size | 0.12 AC / 5,140 SF |
| County | Galveston County |
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Building Information for 1620 Sealy Avenue
Stories2Year Built1896Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,140 SF
Property Information for 1620 Sealy Avenue
Description Information
School Details
- School Elementary: GISD OPEN ENROLL
- School Middle: GISD OPEN ENROLL
- School High: BALL HIGH SCHOOL
Building Details
- Stories: 2
- Dwelling Type: Historic
- Front Door Faces: South
- Garage Desc: Detached Garage
- New Construction: No
- Year Built Src: Appraisal District
Lot Information
- Acres Description: 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
- Sq Ft Source: Appraisal
- Lot Size Source: Appraisal District
- Section Num: 0
- Parcel Number: 3505-0256-0012-000
Rooms Information
Room 1
- Room Type 1: Living Room
- Room Dimensions 1: 18x15
- Room Location 1: 1st
Room 2
- Room Type 2: Kitchen
- Room Dimensions 2: 15x12
- Room Location 2: 1st
Room 3
- Room Type 3: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 3: 14x13
- Room Location 3: 2nd
Room 4
- Room Type 4: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 4: 15x14
- Room Location 4: 2nd
Room 5
- Room Type 5: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 5: 14x10
- Room Location 5: 2nd
Room 6
- Room Type 6: Bedroom
- Room Dimensions 6: 16x11
- Room Location 6: 2nd
Room 7
- Room Type 7: Dining Room
- Room Dimensions 7: 15x14
- Room Location 7: 1st
Room 8
- Room Type 8: Breakfast
- Room Dimensions 8: 11x8
- Room Location 8: 1st
Additional Information
- Primary Bath Desc: No Primary
- Bed Room Description: All Bedrooms Up
- Room Description: Breakfast Room, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Living Area - 1st Floor
Interior Exterior Utilities and Additional Information
Interior Features
- Microwave: Yes
- Dishwasher: Yes
- Compactor: No
- Disposal: Yes
- Fireplaces Number: 3
- Energy: Attic Fan, Attic Vents, Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Energy Star Appliances, Insulation - Other, Insulation - Spray-Foam
- Connections: Gas Dryer Connections, Washer Connections
- Icemaker: No
- Range Type: Gas Cooktop
- Oven Type: Gas Oven, Single Oven
- Interior Features: Alarm System - Owned, Crown Molding, Dryer Included, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included, Window Coverings
- Floors: Tile, Wood
Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Balcony, Fully Fenced, Porch, Side Yard
- Street Surface: Asphalt
- Lot Description: Subdivision Lot
- Foundation: Pier & Beam
- Roof: Composition
- Siding: Wood
- Water Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water
- Heat System: Central Gas
- 55+ Community: No
Financial Information
HOA and Fees
- HOA Mandatory: No
- Annual Maint Desc: No
- Fee Other: No
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tax Rate: 1.75%
Property History for 1620 Sealy Avenue
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 1620 Sealy Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$189,970Additions$511,150Total$701,120
Tax Record2023$10,836 ($903 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,542 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,542 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,140 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1896Year Renovated2005CountyGALVESTONAPN3505-0256-0012-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 1620 Sealy Avenue
This home is within Galveston Independent School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 4 | |||
| Public - | PK to 4 | |||
| Public - | PK to 4 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 6 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rosenberg El Laboratory for Learning and Leading PublicPK to 4 | ||
Morgan Elementary Magnet School PublicPK to 4 | ||
Burnet Elementary School PublicPK to 4 | ||
Austin Middle School Public5 to 6 |
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