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$189,000

1628 56th St Galveston, TX 77551

2 beds
1 full
1,354 sqft
0.1 acres
$140 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1628 56th St

Opportunity Knocks! This spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is ready for your personal touch. Featuring a generous living room perfect for gathering with family, and a large kitchen with endless potential, this home is a blank canvas waiting to be transformed. Situated on a sizable corner lot, you’ll love the convenient location in the heart of Galveston—just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and schools. Accessibility features include a wheelchair ramp and a bathroom designed for wheelchair use. While the home needs some updates, it’s priced accordingly and offers incredible value for those ready to renovate. Don't miss your chance to make this home your own—schedule your private tour today! Contact the listing agent for details.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size1,354 sqft
Lot size0.1119 Acres
Year built1958
ParkingAttached, Garage
MLS #86756491
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Gas Oven, Gas Range
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior: Handicap Access, Pantry, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living/Dining Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Attached, Garage
  • Exterior: Fence, Handicap Accessible, Porch
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • List Price: $189,000
  • Price/SqFt: $139
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,758
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Subdivision, Side Yard(s)
  • Directions: From I-45, take Exit 1A and head west. Continue on Broadway Street, which becomes Broadway Avenue J. Turn right onto 57th Street, then left onto Avenue N 1/2. Next, turn right onto 56th Street — the destination will be on the left.
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,354 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1119 Acres
  • MLS Number: 86756491
  • MLS Name: HAR
  • Office Name: eXp Realty LLC
  • Office Phone: (888) 519-7431
  • Office Email: tx.membership@exprealty.com
  • Listing Agent: Cynthia Corder

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$254,150$1,758
2023$229,380$439
2022$197,620$464
2021$175,040$465
2020$125,250$2,728
2019$113,864$2,552
2018$103,513$2,328
2017$94,103$2,091

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Burnet STREAM Magnet School

Public District PK-4

0.6 mi

5501 Avenue S

6

Parker Elementary School of International Studies

Public District PK-4

1.0 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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,421. Most Galveston, TX residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is 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?

40%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

33%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
31%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Big LotsBig Lots
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral
  • White CastleWhite Castle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • KiaKia
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1628 56th St

The listing price of 1628 56th St property is $189,000.

The property 1628 56th St is a house located in Galveston, Texas, 77551.

Active Listing: 1628 56th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1628 56th 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 $1,758 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 1628 56th St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1628 56th St is 1,354 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1628 56th St is 1958.

This home is located at 1628 56th St in Galveston, TX and zip code 77551 in the Bayou Shores neighborhood. This 1,354 square foot home, which was built in 1958, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $189,000.

Over 5 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Galveston, TX. In the same period over 61 listings were sold below the listed price and 6 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Galveston, TX there were 9.6% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $400,000 and the average listing age was 78 days.

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

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