1018 Dolphin Rd, Port Bolivar, TX, 77617
About This Home
Rare coastal opportunity in one of the best spots on Bolivar Peninsula, just about a 1-minute drive to the beach w/ unobstructed Gulf, beach, & bay views that make this property stand out. This elevated home offers open-concept living, easy-care vinyl plank flooring, a bright kitchen w/ bar seating, 2 comfortable bedrooms, 1 bath, & a relaxed interior built for weekend escapes or short-term guests. Step outside to enjoy the upper deck views plus a fenced ground-level area perfect for entertaining, lounging, or extra storage. Set on stilts in a prime Gilchrist location near the Lauderdale Boat Ramp, this property is an exciting option for a profitable Airbnb, income-producing vacation rental, or your next beach getaway.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2011
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Oven,Electric Range
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Window features: Window Coverings
- Flooring: Vinyl
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Other
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Other
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,008
- Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen open to Family Room,Pots/Pans Drawers
Master Bathroom
- Features: Primary Bath: Separate Shower,Primary Bath: Soaking Tub,Vanity Area
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 161000010016000
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio/Deck,Porch
- Exterior features: Side Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Beach,Gulf View,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Gulf,Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Access
Lot
- Lot size: 4,499 sqft
- Features: Cleared,Corner Lot,0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached Carport
- Covered spaces: 2
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Wildfire
- Ice Storm
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,135 | $13,620 |
| Home Insurance * | $110 | $1,320 |
| Property Taxes | $322 | $3,864 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $1,805 | $21,660 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-24 | Price change | $230,000 |
| 2025-09-28 | Price change | $240,000 |
| 2025-02-17 | Price change | $265,000 |
| 2024-11-26 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
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