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1227 Ball St, Galveston, TX, 77550

$1,390,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths, 2 Partial
4,329 SqFt
$321/SqFt
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Schools Nearby

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1227 Ball St, Galveston$1,390,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeOther
ParkingDetached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Garage3 spaces
Year Built1859
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Attic Fan
FireplaceGas Log
Private PoolYes
MLS #17285587
Lot Size0.24 Acres
StatusActive

About 1227 Ball St

The Allardyce Cottage, a meticulously preserved historic home built between 1859 & 1860 on 2 lots. The main home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 full & 1 half baths, with high ceilings, original longleaf pine floors, large windows & elegant crown molding. Stained glass windows provide old-world charm, while modern updates enhance its appeal. The outdoor space features a covered back patio, a brick paver courtyard with a stunning swimming pool, and an extended patio with a gas firepit & fruit trees. A 555 sq ft storage (currently used as a gameroom) with custom wet bar & half bath, along with 1car garage, offer entertainment options. Upstairs, a 320 sq ft efficiency apartment with kitchenette and full bath overlooks the courtyard. The property includes a detached 2 car garage with side street access, Zoysia grass & is enclosed by an ornate custom fence. Blending history & modern living for sophisticated living or a welcoming Air BnB or VRBO. Minutes from the beach, strand & Sealy Medical Center.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: French, Historic/Antique
  • Year Built: 1859
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 4,329 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Infinity Real Estate Group
  • Office Phone: (832) 264-8934
  • Listing Agent: Christy Buck

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior: Balcony, Butlers Pantry, Dual Sinks, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Vanity, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Fireplace: Gas Log

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: Yes
  • Exterior: Balcony, Covered Patio, Deck, Fully Fenced, Fence, Porch, Patio, Private Yard, Storage

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 3 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Corner Lot, Side Yard(s)
  • Lot Size: 0.24 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Attic Fan

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 I-45 S, Continue onto Broadway Avenue J, Turn left onto 13th St, Turn right onto Avenue H, Home will be on the right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,390,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $321/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $10,039
  • 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

1227 Ball St vs Galveston

178 DAYS ON ROCKET

+123 Days

$1,390,000

+$944.6K More

$321/SqFt

-$15 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $944.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $15/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: #17285587

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Infinity Real Estate Group
  • Office Phone: (832) 264-8934
  • Listing Agent: Christy Buck

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$10,039$747,140
2020$12,352$568,960
2019$10,389$515,430
2018$10,536$421,320
2017$10,408$425,790

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

  • 1.79 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-4

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7
/10

  • Parker Elementary School

  • 6802 Jones Dr

  • 4.12 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-4

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9
/10

  • Oppe Elementary School

  • 2915 81st St

  • 5.06 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-4

Middle School

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9
/10

  • Austin Middle School

  • 1514 North 1/2

  • 0.48 miles

  • Public District Grades 5-8

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5
/10

  • Crenshaw El and Middle School

  • 406 Hwy 87

  • 10.19 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-8

High School

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4
/10

  • Central Middle School

  • 3014 Sealy St

  • 1.32 miles

  • Public District Grades 7-10

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3
/10

  • Ball High School

  • 4115 Avenue O

  • 2.19 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,038. Residents of Galveston, TX typically earn less than $35k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1227 Ball St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1227 Ball St property is $1,390,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1227 Ball St is a house located in Galveston, Texas, 77550.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1227 Ball 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 1227 Ball 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 $10,039 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1227 Ball St has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 2 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1227 Ball St is 4,329 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1227 Ball St is 1859.

Rocket Homes›Texas›Galveston County›Galveston›77550›1227 Ball St

This home is located at 1227 Ball St in Galveston, TX and zip code 77550 in the The East End neighborhood. This 4,329 square foot home, which was built in 1859, sits on a 0.24 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 09, 2023 and is currently priced at $1,390,000.

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%. While the average time on the market in April 2024 was 55 days, the median list price was $445,361.

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

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