$399,000

815 Church St Galveston, TX 77550

$4,738
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
2,028 sqft
0.06 acres
$197 / sqft
House

Property details

About 815 Church St

Step back in time with this beautifully preserved 1896 Double Gallery Greek Revival home, showcasing original details and character. Situated just steps from Galveston's UTMB Campus, Hospital, and Clinics, and a short distance from Galveston Beach, this property is ideal for UTMB employees, students, or anyone seeking an Island getaway. Boasting the potential for either a fabulous 4-bedroom layout or a 3-bedroom plus additional 2nd-floor den, this home offers versatility to suit your needs. Consider the possibility of adding a carport or garage in the back off the alley for off-street parking. Updates include 2 new HVAC systems installed just 2 years ago, ensuring modern comfort. The plumbing has also been updated with all Pex Tubing Pipes. The spacious eat-in kitchen features a large pantry, and an island perfect for storage and meal preparation. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Galveston history. Schedule your appointment today to experience this fantastic historic home.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size2,028 sqft
Lot size0.059 Acres
Year built1896
MLS #63921612

Summary

  • MLS Number: 63921612
  • MLS Name: HAR
  • Office Name: Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Galveston West End
  • Office Phone: (409) 737-5200
  • Office Email: darlene.stewart@garygreene.com
  • Listing Agent: Susan Cahill

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815 Church St

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Price information

Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$467,120$5,295
2023$303,000$5,251
2022$318,470$6,108
2021$236,450$4,460
2020$197,200$4,972
2019$207,470$5,251
2018$212,960$5,336
2017$215,660$5,271

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Rosenburg Elementary School

Public District PK-2

0.2 mi

721 10th St

5

Morgan Elementary Health, Medical Science and Engineering Magnet

Public Magnet PK-4

2.1 mi

1410 37th St

4

Burnet STREAM Magnet School

Public District PK-4

3.6 mi

5501 Avenue S

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 $27,069. Typical income of Galveston, TX residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

58%
<35k
27%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
9%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

62%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • QdobaQdoba
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 815 Church St

This home is located at 815 Church St in Galveston, TX and zip code 77550 in the The East End neighborhood. This 2,028 square foot home, which was built in 1896, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 25, 2024 and is currently priced at $399,000.

Over 1 listings were sold over their listed price in February 2025 in Galveston, TX. In the same period over 50 listings were sold below the listed price and 4 listings were sold for the listed price. In February 2025 in Galveston, TX there were 26.7% more homes for sale than in January. In February 2025, listings were on the market for 89 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $439,704.

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

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