3228 Avenue R 1/2, Galveston, TX, 77550
About This Home
Classic open floor plan 2 bdrm,1.5 bath home on a corner .12 acre lot with NO left side neighbors in the PERFECT location in the heart of Galveston being only a couple of blocks from the seawall/beach & less than a mile from Pleasure Pier and The Spot and perfect location to enjoy Mardi Gras! Home still has lots of original character from the hardwood floors, mantle and ornate front door. Built in bunk beds in the front room to accommodate children or extra guests or could easily be converted back into a large closet. Unusually large front yard for Galveston with a spacious front porch to enjoy your morning coffee or late night beverage & private backyard for entertaining with a beautiful very old oak tree and an outdoor shower set up. Detached garage with new siding & private parking. A new roof installed in 2023, partial new fencing/gates in 2025, updated piping. Successful vacation rental since purchased in 2011. *Appliances, furnishings and decor are negotiable with sale
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: n/a
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,275
- Total interior livable area: 1,275 sqft
Primary Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: n/a
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 351001380013001
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 5,418 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot,0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Tornado
- 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 | $1,870 | $22,440 |
| Home Insurance * | $131 | $1,572 |
| Property Taxes | $512 | $6,144 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $2,751 | $33,012 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-05 | Price change | $365,000 |
| 2026-07-01 | Listed for sale | $370,000 |
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