#2191732, James Walters, Listing office: Swedes Real Estate LLC
$899,000 List price
998 Austin Dr Gilchrist, TX 77617
4 beds
3 full
2,125 sqft
0.2 acres
$423 / sqft
House
Property details
About 998 Austin Dr
This beachfront home offers the perfect blend of luxury & comfort. Thoughtfully crafted for both everyday living and entertaining, this home features a spacious open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with high ceilings and walls of windows that flood the space with natural light and showcase panoramic beach vistas. The kitchen is a chef’s dream, outfitted with Viking appliances, marble countertops, abundant cabinet space, a walk-in pantry, and a breakfast bar. The main level hosts the expansive primary suite, along with two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, & a convenient laundry room. Upstairs, a generously sized bedroom with built-in bunks and a guest bathroom offers the ideal space for guests or kids. Step outside to enjoy the coastal breeze from the wrap-around porch, offering unmatched views of both the beach and bay. The ground level is designed for effortless entertaining, complete with a two-car garage, ample storage, and an outdoor shower.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size2,125 sqft
Lot size0.2169 Acres
Year built2013
ParkingAdditional Parking, Attached, Garage
MLS #86371142
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontBeach, Waterfront
ViewBay, Beach, Gulf, Water
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring Type: Plank, Vinyl
- Interior: Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Marble Counters, Pots & Pan Drawers, Soaking Tub, Separate Shower, Tub Shower, Walk-In Pantry, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living/Dining Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Additional Parking, Attached, Garage
- Waterfront: Beach, Waterfront
- View: Bay, Beach, Gulf, Water
- Exterior: Covered Patio, Deck, Porch, Patio, Storm/Security Shutters
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Central, Electric
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $899,000
- Price/SqFt: $423
- Lot: Views, Waterfront
- Directions: Highway 87 (east if coming from Galveston - west if coming from Beaumont); Turn onto Austin Drive; House is on left
- Year Built: 2013
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 2,125 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.2169 Acres
- MLS Number: 86371142
- MLS Name: HAR
- Office Name: Caravella Coastal a division of The Real Estate Brokerage Co. LLC
- Office Phone: (409) 217-5777
- Office Email: marylouise@caravellacoastal.com
- Listing Agent: Alicia Swartz
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Nearby schools
3
Anahuac Elementary School
Public District PK-5
20.5 mi
•906 Ross Sterling
7
East Chambers Elementary School
Public District 3-5
21.1 mi
•2045 State Highway 124
3
Rosenburg Elementary School
Public District PK-2
22.5 mi
•721 10th 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 $48,224. Most Gilchrist, TX residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
34%
<35k
47%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
38%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
15%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Wal-Mart
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Hardee's
Texas Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Ram
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
Classic Country
Oldies
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About 998 Austin Dr
The listing price of 998 Austin Dr property is $899,000.
The property 998 Austin Dr is a house located in Gilchrist, Texas, 77617.
Active Listing: 998 Austin Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 998 Austin Dr are: Anahuac Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Chambers Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Rosenburg Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Crenshaw Elementary Science Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Anahuac Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East Chambers Jr High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), High Island School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Anahuac High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East Chambers High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
The property at 998 Austin Dr has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 998 Austin Dr is 2,125 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 998 Austin Dr is 2013.
This home is located at 998 Austin Dr in Gilchrist, TX and zip code 77617. This 2,125 square foot home, which was built in 2013, sits on a 0.22 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $899,000.
In June 2025 in Gilchrist, TX there were 3.3% more homes for sale than in May. Listings spent 127 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $479,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.