For sale

Price cut: $26K (6/25)

$899,000

1512 Ball, Galveston, TX 77550

4beds

3,610sqft

$6,318/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1891

5,140 Square Feet Lot

$850,200 Zestimate^®

$249/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Original brick fireplaceGrand victorian homeWood floorsStainless appliancesRefinished maple floorsStunning renovated bathHigh-end lighting

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.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 5
Full bathrooms: 4
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: Utility Room

Primary bedroom

Level: First
Area: 252
Dimensions: 18x14

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 252
Dimensions: 18x14

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 336
Dimensions: 16x21

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 221
Dimensions: 13x17

Other

Level: First
Area: 225
Dimensions: 15x15

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 162
Dimensions: 18x9

Game room

Level: Second
Area: 210
Dimensions: 14x15

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 252
Dimensions: 14x18

Living room

Level: First
Area: 198
Dimensions: 18x11

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

$850,200

$808,000 - $893,000

Not available

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