Published in the Galveston Architecture Guidebook, this grand Victorian home in the East End Historic District is filled with character & features both vintage features as well as modern updated conveniences. In 2023, the current owners opened walls between living & dining exposing the original brick fireplace & creating a definite wow factor. This open living area features a kitchen w/quartz counters, stainless appliances & copper apron sink. The primary suite is on the first floor & features wood floors, built-ins & a stunning renovated bath w/new cabinetry, quartz counters & more. A powder room was also added downstairs for the convenience of guests. Refinished maple floors, high-end lighting & gorgeous millwork are other features of this home. There is even a restored tree sculpture in the front yard that is published & part of the Galveston Tour of Sculptures visited by vacationers, segway tours & horse drawn carriages. Fabulous location close to both the Seawall & Strand area.
For sale
Price cut: $26K (6/25)
$899,000
1512 Ball, Galveston, TX 77550
4beds
3,610sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$6,252/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1891
5,140 Square Feet Lot
$841,700 Zestimate®
$249/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original brick fireplaceGrand victorian homeWood floorsStainless appliancesRefinished maple floorsStunning renovated bathHigh-end lighting
- 90 days |
- 488 |
- 51 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Debbie Levine TREC #0473455 713-870-4645,
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty
Source: HAR,MLS#: 19423861
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Half Bath, Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Primary Bath: Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Soaking Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Island w/ Cooktop, Kitchen open to Family Room, Soft Closing Cabinets, Soft Closing Drawers, Under Cabinet Lighting, Walk-in Pantry
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Crown Molding, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings, 3 Bedrooms Up, Primary Bed - 1st Floor
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,610
- Total interior livable area: 3,610 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Double-Wide Driveway
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Side Yard
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 5,140 Square Feet
- Features: Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 350503150010000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1891
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Galveston Townsite
Location
- Region: Galveston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $249/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $650,000
- Annual tax amount: $13,408
- Date on market: 4/23/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$841,700
$800,000 - $884,000
$3,297/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Price change | $899,000-2.8%$249/sqft |
Source:  HAR #19423861 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $925,000+94.7%$256/sqft |
Source: HAR #19423861 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2017 | Listing removed | $475,000$132/sqft |
Source: The House Company #52142469 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2017 | Pending sale | $475,000$132/sqft |
Source: The House Company #52142469 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2017 | Listed for sale | $475,000$132/sqft |
Source: THE HOUSE COMPANY #20170360 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,173 -19.4% | $650,000 -18.9% |
| 2024 | $13,867 +62% | $801,270 +19% |
| 2023 | $8,563 -9.4% | $673,060 +10% |
| 2022 | $9,454 +5.6% | $611,873 +10% |
| 2021 | $8,954 +0.7% | $556,248 +10% |
| 2020 | $8,894 +0.8% | $505,680 +8.2% |
| 2019 | $8,821 -23.8% | $467,190 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $11,574 | $461,790 -1.3% |
| 2017 | $11,574 +15.8% | $467,720 +14.4% |
| 2016 | $9,996 +12.2% | $408,850 +13.6% |
| 2015 | $8,905 +29.7% | $359,810 +63.5% |
| 2014 | $6,868 | $220,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $220,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $220,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $220,000 -2.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $226,100 +29.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $174,600 -22.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $226,100 +7.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $209,940 |
| 2006 | -- | $209,940 +8.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $192,980 +7% |
| 2004 | -- | $180,350 |
| 2003 | -- | $180,350 +4% |
| 2002 | -- | $173,380 |
| 2001 | -- | $173,380 |
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Neighborhood: East End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAAustin Middle SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10AIM College & Career PrepGrades: 8-12Distance: 2.7 mi
- 5/10Ball High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Gisd Open Enroll
- Middle: Gisd Open Enroll
- High: Ball High School
Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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