1620 Sealy Street, Galveston, TX 77550

$799,000 Asking Price

4 beds
2 baths
2,542  sqft
Built in 1896

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.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Crown Molding, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Up
Appliances:
ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Disposal, Dryer Included, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included, Gas Oven, Oven, Microwave, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher
Laundry:
Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Flooring:
Tile, Wood
A/C:
true, Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Heating:
true, Natural Gas
Fireplace:
Fireplace, Fireplaces: 3
Eco/Green Feature:
Attic Vents, Thermostat, Insulation

Exterior

General:
Balcony, Side Yard
Style:
Victorian
Parking:
Detached

Construction

Roofing:
Composition
Windows:
Window Coverings
General:
Spray Foam Insulation, Wood Siding, 2, Pillar/Post/Pier

Location

Road/Access:
Asphalt
Originating MLS:
Houston Association of Realtors
School District:
22 - Galveston
County:
Galveston

Lot

Zoning:
ABST 628 M B MENARD SUR LOT 12 BLK 256 GALVESTON, 350502560012000
Fencing:
Back Yard, Full

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Houston Association of Realtors

This listing courtesy of:
Carnes Realty Group LLC, Mary Huckabay

About Galveston, TX

Housing

Number of Units
32,164
Median Home Value
$245,865
Median Rent
$888

49.50% of housing units are renter occupied.

28.34% are vacant.

Commute

Car
69.71%
Public Transportation
0.76%
Walk to Work
5.30%
Work from Home
21.89%
Other
0.54%

The median travel time to work is 17 minutes.

People

Population
52,823
Median Age
41.80
Median Household Size
2.40

Education

High School
22.98%
Associate’s Degree
7.88%
Bachelor’s Degree
19.58%
Graduate Degree
12.76%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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