For sale

$230,000

1217 Esther St, Kemah, TX 77565

3beds

1,846sqft

$1,833/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1965

7,649 Square Feet Lot

$224,300 Zestimate^®

$125/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Washer and dryerFlex roomLarge laundry room

Welcome to Laguna Vista Estates tucked away in the coastal Kemah area. The area offers a laid back lifestyle with easy access to the Kemah Boardwalk, several options for all sorts of dining and entertainment experiences as well as being zoned to the Clear Creek ISD. You have easy access to Hwy 146 making trips to Galveston or NASA an easy option for additional entertainment as well. This charming 3 bd 1.5 ba 1846 sq ft home is perfect as a family home or an option for short term rentals. Includes washer and dryer, large laundry room and a flex room. There is no HOA and the tax rate is low. The roof was recently replaced and foundation was repaired as well. All homes in the subdivision qualify for the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, offering potential elevation grants. This home is priced right to sell quickly. Make your appointment to view this one today.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Den, Family Room, Utility Room

Primary bathroom

Features: Half Bath

Kitchen

Features: Pantry

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Appliances

Included: Disposal, Freestanding Oven, Gas Range, Dishwasher
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

All Bedrooms Down
Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Vinyl

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,846
Total interior livable area: 1,846 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: No Garage, Converted Garage, Double-Wide Driveway

Features

Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 7,649 Square Feet
Features: Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre

Details

Parcel number: 448000000013000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick, Cement Siding, Wood Siding
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Composition

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1965

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public, Water District

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Exposure/Shade

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Laguna Vista Estates

Location

Region: Kemah

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $125/sqft
Tax assessed value: $273,240
Annual tax amount: $4,033
Date on market: 4/14/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Road surface type: Asphalt

Estimated market value

$224,300

$213,000 - $236,000

$2,463/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/17/2026	Price change	$230,000-4.2%$125/sqft
Source: HAR #98932277 Report a problem
4/14/2026	Listed for sale	$240,000+14.8%$130/sqft
Source: HAR #98932277 Report a problem
3/22/2023	Sold	--
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
2/15/2023	Pending sale	$209,000$113/sqft
Source: HAR #44873989 Report a problem
12/13/2022	Listed for sale	$209,000-3%$113/sqft
Source: HAR #44873989 Report a problem
12/1/2022	Listing removed	--
Source: HAR #41981853 Report a problem
11/9/2022	Price change	$215,500-0.9%$117/sqft
Source: HAR #41981853 Report a problem
9/8/2022	Price change	$217,500-0.7%$118/sqft
Source: HAR #41981853 Report a problem
4/7/2022	Listed for sale	$219,000$119/sqft
Source: HAR #41981853 Report a problem
3/21/2022	Pending sale	$219,000$119/sqft
Source: HAR #41981853 Report a problem
2/1/2022	Listed for sale	$219,000$119/sqft
Source: HAR #41981853 Report a problem
1/31/2022	Listing removed	--
Source: HAR #37393980 Report a problem
12/20/2021	Listed for sale	$219,000+22.3%$119/sqft
Source: HAR #37393980 Report a problem
12/10/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: HAR #29043485 Report a problem
11/22/2021	Listed for sale	$179,000+66.9%$97/sqft
Source: HAR #29043485 Report a problem
9/26/2014	Listing removed	$107,250$58/sqft
Source: Texas Home Shop Realty #2609448 Report a problem
10/17/2013	Listed for sale	$107,250$58/sqft
Source: Texas Home Shop Realty #2609448 Report a problem
11/3/2012	Listing removed	$107,250$58/sqft
Source: United Country Cain Agency #54491274 Report a problem
10/27/2011	Listed for sale	$107,250-2.5%$58/sqft
Source: United Country Cain Agency #54491274 Report a problem
6/30/2010	Listing removed	$110,000$60/sqft
Source: United Texas Realtors #2298104 Report a problem
10/17/2008	Listed for sale	$110,000$60/sqft
Source: United Texas Realtors #2298104 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,108 -2.5%	$273,240 -1%
2024	$1,137 -3.5%	$276,090 +25.4%
2023	$1,178 +0.7%	$220,110 +11.1%
2022	$1,170 +15.3%	$198,030 +27.8%
2021	$1,014 +0.6%	$155,000 +11.5%
2020	$1,008 +63.3%	$138,977 +29.9%
2019	$617 -64.7%	$107,010 +37.3%
2018	$1,747	$77,960 -1.3%
2017	$1,747 +0%	$78,970 +0%
2016	$1,747 +161.2%	$78,960
2015	$669 -4.3%	$78,960
2014	$699	$78,960
2013	--	$78,960
2012	--	$78,960 +22.7%
2011	--	$64,370
2010	--	$64,370 +7.2%
2009	--	$60,040 -14%
2008	--	$69,850
2007	--	$69,850
2006	--	$69,850
2005	--	$69,850 +36.1%
2004	--	$51,310
2003	--	$51,310 +0.6%
2002	--	$51,000 -17.3%
2001	--	$61,670