1620 Post Office Street, Galveston, TX 77550

$695,000 Asking Price

3 beds
4 baths
2,576  sqft
Built in 1887

This 1900 Storm Survivor is waiting for you. It is the circa 1887 "Peacock" House in Galveston Island’s East End Historical District. Located near The Strand and UTMB, it is close to dining, shopping, art galleries and more. The main home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and the large garage apartment has 1 bedroom and 1 bath. The home has double parlors with pocket doors, a grand curved staircase in the foyer, and a second staircase near the kitchen. There is also a large dining room, den, kitchen, bathroom, and utility room on the first floor. 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. There is an elevator, wood burning fireplace, and butler's pantry. The home has a covered front porch and balcony, and a covered back deck for relaxing and entertaining. The apartment can generate extra income.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
2 Staircases, Central Vacuum, Dry Bar, Elevator, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings, All Bedrooms Up, Countertops(Granite)
Appliances:
Water Heater, Disposal, Dryer Included, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included, Gas Oven, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher
Laundry:
Washer Hookup
Flooring:
Engineered Wood, Laminate, Tile, Wood
A/C:
true, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Heating:
true, Electric, Natural Gas, Zoned
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Fireplace, Fireplaces: 1
Eco/Green Feature:
Thermostat

Exterior

General:
Balcony, Detached Gar Apt /Quarters
Style:
Victorian
Parking:
Detached, Oversized, Garage Door Opener

Construction

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

Location

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

Lot

Zoning:
ABST 628 M B MENARD SUR LOT 12 BLK 496 GALVESTON, 350504960012000
Fencing:
Back Yard, Full

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
Houston Association of Realtors

This listing courtesy of:
Waters Turnley Real Estate, Troy Waters

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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