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$1,781 Closing Credit¹
#46209156, Eileen Mari Donlon, Listing Office: Joe Tramonte Realty, Inc.
$155,000 List price
1309 55th St Galveston, TX 77551
$1,841
Closing credit¹
1 bed
1 full
557 sqft
0.03 acres
$278 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1309 55th St
Charming Bungalow...A perfect starter home, downsizing gem, or a proven turnkey short-term rental property! Discover the charm of this cozy, art-infused bungalow in the heart of Galveston. This tiny home offers an efficient layout, including a full-size Murphy bed, a separate bunk room, and a petite kitchen with a stunning blue Italian Marble Waterfall breakfast bar. The inviting outdoor space includes a private patio with string lights, an outdoor shower, and a separate front porch to enjoy the island breeze. Newly updated plumbing, electrical, and an addition of an in-home washer/dryer. Home will be sold fully furnished with some exclusions. Get to the beach quickly, only 1.5 miles from Seawall, 3 miles to Moody Gardens, and 3ish miles to The Strand for shopping, eateries, and family fun. This turnkey property is the perfect move-in-ready choice.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOther, Zoned
StatusActive
CoolingZoned, Window Unit(s)
Size557 sqft
Lot size0.03 Acres
Year built1950
MLS #67535727
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo
- Total Bedroom Count: 1
- Private Pool: No
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Other, Zoned
- Cooling: Zoned, Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $155,000
- Price/SqFt: $278
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,779
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Subdivision
- Directions: From i45 continue onto Broadway, turn right at 55th Street, house will be on the left.
- Year Built: 1950
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 557 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.03 Acres
- MLS Number: 67535727
- MLS Name: HAR
- Office Name: Compass RE Texas, LLC - Memorial
- Office Phone: (832) 899-4788
- Office Email: txbroker@compass.com
- Listing Agent: Melissa Rekoff
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $121,720 | $1,779 |
| 2023 | $101,821 | $1,128 |
| 2022 | $79,460 | $1,521 |
| 2021 | $68,630 | $1,367 |
| 2020 | $60,460 | $889 |
| 2019 | $37,110 | $1,128 |
| 2018 | $45,750 | $1,146 |
| 2017 | $46,320 | $551 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Burnet STREAM Magnet School
Public District PK-4
0.8 mi
•5501 Avenue S
6
Parker Elementary School of International Studies
Public District PK-4
1.2 mi
•6802 Jones Dr
5
Morgan Elementary Health, Medical Science and Engineering Magnet
Public Magnet PK-4
1.4 mi
•1410 37th St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $27,403. The most common annual income of people living in Galveston, TX is less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
64%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
46%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
NHRA Drag Racing
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Big Lots
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
Golden Corral
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Kia
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Adult Standards
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 1309 55th St
The listing price of 1309 55th St property is $155,000.
The property 1309 55th St is a house located in Galveston, Texas, 77551.
Active Listing: 1309 55th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1309 55th St are: Burnet STREAM Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Parker Elementary School of International Studies (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Morgan Elementary Health, Medical Science and Engineering Magnet (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Ambassadors Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Collegiate Academy at Weis (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Central Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), AIM College and Career Preperatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Odyssey Academy - Galveston (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Ball High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,779 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1309 55th St has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
The property 1309 55th St is 557 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1309 55th St is 1950.
This home is located at 1309 55th St in Galveston, TX and zip code 77551 in the Bayou Shores neighborhood. This 557 square foot home, which was built in 1950, sits on a 0.03 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $155,000.
While more than 1 listings in Galveston, TX in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 12 listings sold at asking price, and more than 70 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Galveston, TX between March and April 2025 increased by 25.8%. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $423,306, while the average time on the real estate market was 90 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.