257 Barracuda St, Bayou Vista, TX, 77563
About This Home
Charming home facing southeast toward Galveston, situated more than halfway down Barracuda, which minimizes freeway noise. Features include custom kitchen cabinets and spacious, comfortable bedrooms. The primary bathroom includes a six-foot jetted tub. New dock was built in August 2025, and in April 2024, a metal bulkhead was installed. The HVAC system, replaced in 2019, is complemented by lifetime-wrapped insulated ductwork to enhance climate control. The roof was replaced in 2018. Additional upgrades include radiant barrier, blown insulation, and an in-house utility room. Included appliances are a washer, dryer, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, and four barstools. The property offers private trash pickup. The neighborhood includes fabulous amenities such as an area pool, pavilion with picnic areas, children's play zone, and workout spaces. Bayou Vista Police and Fire Departments are just a few streets away!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Materials
- Foundation: Block & Beam
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Batts Insulation,Other,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Ice Maker,Dryer,Refrigerator,Washer,Freestanding Oven,Gas Oven,Free-Standing Range,Gas Cooktop
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Balcony,All Bedrooms Up,Split Plan,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Window features: Insulated/Low-E windows,Storm Window(s),Shutters
- Flooring: Laminate,Tile
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,260
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar,Kitchen open to Family Room,Pantry
Master Bathroom
- Features: Primary Bath: Jetted Tub,Primary Bath: Soaking Tub,Secondary Bath(s): Shower Only
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 528700000257000
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,Water
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Canal Front,Metal Bulkhead
Lot
- Lot size: 4,499 sqft
- Features: Back Yard,Subdivided,Waterfront,0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached,Tandem
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered 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
- Cold Wave
- Coastal Flooding
- Hurricane
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $1,860 | $22,320 |
| Home Insurance * | $182 | $2,184 |
| Property Taxes | $371 | $4,452 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $2,651 | $31,812 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-12 | Price change | $350,000 |
| 2025-10-28 | Price change | $378,000 |
| 2025-07-06 | Price change | $385,000 |
| 2025-05-13 | Price change | $398,000 |
| 2025-04-03 | Listed for sale | $400,000 |
| 2025-01-27 | Listing removed | $1,950 |
| 2025-01-02 | Price change | $1,950 |
| 2024-11-21 | Listing removed | $395,000 |
| 2024-11-12 | Listed for rent | $2,000 |
| 2024-11-11 | Listed for sale | $395,000 |
| 2024-10-15 | Listing removed | $400,000 |
| 2024-10-13 | Listing removed | $2,100 |
| 2024-10-07 | Price change | $2,100 |
| 2024-10-01 | Price change | $2,200 |
| 2024-09-23 | Price change | $400,000 |
| 2024-09-21 | Listed for sale | $420,000 |
| 2024-09-16 | Listed for rent | $2,300 |
| 2019-07-13 | Listing removed | $1,850 |
| 2019-06-15 | Price change | $1,850 |
| 2019-05-22 | Listed for rent | $2,000 |
| 2017-04-23 | Listing removed | $1,800 |
| 2017-04-03 | Listed for rent | $1,800 |
| 2014-11-09 | Listing removed | $1,800 |
| 2014-10-31 | Listed for rent | $1,800 |
| 2014-10-31 | Listing removed | $190,000 |
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