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1217 Church St, Galveston, TX, 77550

$919,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

5 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
3,237 SqFt
$284/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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1217 Church St, Galveston$919,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingAdditional Parking
Year Built1879
HeatingCentral, Electric
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
FireplaceDecorative
MLS #89650745
Lot Size0.17 Acres
StatusActive

About 1217 Church St

Nestled in the heart of Galveston's East End Historic District sits a remarkable 5 bed 3 bath home, constructed circa 1879 by the renowned Thomas W. Dealey. Rich in history & charm, this home is the epitome of historic preservation with modern living & designer touches. From curb appeal to the interior nothing falls short, upon entering be greeted by the foyer with ample space provided by the double parlors adorned with 2 mock fireplaces, elegant chandeliers & meticulously repaired & operational historic windows. The kitchen, a dazzling addition completed in 2021, boast an array of features that will leave any culinary enthusiast in awe: from the windows that flood the space with natural light, to the butcher block countertops, custom cabinetry, high-end Thermador appliances & reclaimed pine flooring imported from New Orleans, makes this kitchen the heart of the home. Primary with private ensuite is just off the kitchen, leading to a 300 sqft climate-controlled attic storage.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Other, Historic/Antique
  • Year Built: 1879
  • Living Area: 3,237 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene -
  • Office Phone: (409) 737-5200
  • Listing Agent: Sue Johnson

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Butcher Block Counters, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Pot Filler, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: Decorative

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, Fence, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio, Private Yard, Storage

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Additional Parking

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Other, Side Yard(s)
  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Central Middle School, Public District Grades 7-10
  • Ball High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Austin Middle School, Public District Grades 5-8
  • Crenshaw El and Middle School, Public District Grades PK-8
  • Morgan El Magnet School, Public Magnet Grades PK-4
  • Parker Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-4
  • Oppe Elementary School, Public District Grades PK-4

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Broadway, turn North at 12th Street. Go North on 12th Street to Church. Turn left on Church and the house will be on your left towards the end of the street.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $919,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $284/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $7,380
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Galveston, TX

City

Med. Sold Price

$445.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$336

Avg. Days On Market

55

# of Sold Homes

109

1217 Church St vs Galveston

189 DAYS ON ROCKET

+134 Days

$919,000

+$473.6K More

$284/SqFt

-$52 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $473.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $52/SqFt less than other homes in Galveston, TX.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: HAR
  • MLS Number: #89650745

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene -
  • Office Phone: (409) 737-5200
  • Listing Agent: Sue Johnson

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$7,380$519,674
2020$9,324$422,050
2019$8,722$389,063
2018$7,957$353,694
2017$7,147$321,540

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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8
/10

  • Morgan El Magnet School

  • 1410 37th St

  • 1.83 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-4

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7
/10

  • Parker Elementary School

  • 6802 Jones Dr

  • 4.17 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-4

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9
/10

  • Oppe Elementary School

  • 2915 81st St

  • 5.12 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-4

Middle School

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9
/10

  • Austin Middle School

  • 1514 North 1/2

  • 0.61 miles

  • Public District Grades 5-8

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5
/10

  • Crenshaw El and Middle School

  • 406 Hwy 87

  • 10.09 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

High School

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4
/10

  • Central Middle School

  • 3014 Sealy St

  • 1.34 miles

  • Public District Grades 7-10

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3
/10

  • Ball High School

  • 4115 Avenue O

  • 2.24 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $27,069. Residents of Galveston, TX typically earn less than $35k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1217 Church St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1217 Church St property is $919,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1217 Church St is a house located in Galveston, Texas, 77550.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1217 Church St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 1217 Church St are:
Morgan El Magnet School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10
Parker Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Oppe Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Austin Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 9/10
Crenshaw El and Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
Central Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Ball High School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $7,380 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1217 Church St has 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1217 Church St is 3,237 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1217 Church St is 1879.

Rocket Homes›Texas›Galveston County›Galveston›77550›1217 Church St

This home is located at 1217 Church St in Galveston, TX and zip code 77550 in the The East End neighborhood. This 3,237 square foot home, which was built in 1879, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 30, 2023 and is currently priced at $919,000.

In April 2024, from all listings sold in Galveston, TX there were more than 2 sold above asking price, over 97 sold below and more than 10 were sold right at the asked price. Between March 2024 and April 2024, Galveston, TX real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 18.4%. In April 2024, listings were on the market for 55 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $445,361.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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