The previous buyer's loan was denied. Welcome to this Beautiful Canal Front Home located in Bayou Vista!!! Experience the ultimate coastal lifestyle in this beautifully renovated canal-front home, complete with a private boat deck. This stunning residence features brand-new appliances, including a bonus washer and dryer, and new cabinets topped with elegant quartz countertops. The upper level boasts sleek laminate flooring, two carpeted bedrooms, and two full bathrooms, while the lower level offers durable tile flooring, two additional bedrooms, and another full bathroom. With ample storage space inside and out, this home is designed for both comfort and convenience. Located just minutes from Galveston and local shops, this property is your perfect retreat by the water. LOW TAX. This won't last long and schedule your private tour with us TODAY!!!
For sale
Price cut: $42K (9/4)
$340,000
196 Barracuda St, Bayou Vista, TX 77563
4beds
1,847sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1976
4,499 Square Feet Lot
$332,900 Zestimate®
$184/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 4 days
- 187
- 20
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
David Huy Nguyen TREC #0540158 346-837-7188,
Vin Realty LLC
Source: HAR,MLS#: 31780567
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14x15
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14x15
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12x14
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16x13
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12x12
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: Second
Primary bath
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12x13
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Electric Oven, Freestanding Oven, Trash Compactor, Microwave, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Balcony, High Ceilings, 2 Bedrooms Down, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,847
- Total interior livable area: 1,847 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Boat Lift
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Canal, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Canal,Water
- Waterfront features: Canal Front, Wood Bulkhead
Lot
- Size: 4,499 Square Feet
- Features: 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Boat House
- Parcel number: 528600000196000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1976
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Water District
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: New Bayou Vista
Location
- Region: Bayou Vista
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $184/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $288,290
- Annual tax amount: $7,083
- Date on market: 9/4/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$332,900
$316,000 - $350,000
$2,574/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2026 | Price change | $340,000-11%$184/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Price change | $382,000-1.5%$207/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $388,000$210/sqft |
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| 5/14/2026 | Pending sale | $388,000$210/sqft |
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| 5/1/2025 | Price change | $388,000-0.5%$210/sqft |
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| 11/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $390,000-7.1%$211/sqft |
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| 8/30/2024 | Listing removed | $419,900$227/sqft |
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| 8/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $419,900+16.6%$227/sqft |
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| 2/14/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/22/2023 | Pending sale | $360,000$195/sqft |
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| 1/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $360,000$195/sqft |
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| 12/12/2022 | Pending sale | $360,000$195/sqft |
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| 12/8/2022 | Price change | $360,000-2.7%$195/sqft |
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| 11/14/2022 | Price change | $370,000-7%$200/sqft |
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| 10/9/2022 | Price change | $398,000-5.2%$215/sqft |
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| 9/29/2022 | Listed for sale | $420,000$227/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,508 +7.7% | $288,290 +8.3% |
| 2024 | $3,257 -10.6% | $266,280 -9.9% |
| 2023 | $3,643 +27.8% | $295,500 +28.6% |
| 2022 | $2,850 +11.3% | $229,850 +15.2% |
| 2021 | $2,561 +21.2% | $199,500 +23.6% |
| 2020 | $2,113 +22.8% | $161,380 +20.2% |
| 2019 | $1,721 -52% | $134,270 +6.9% |
| 2018 | $3,581 | $125,660 -0.8% |
| 2017 | $3,581 +9.5% | $126,620 +9.7% |
| 2016 | $3,269 +12.8% | $115,430 +3.1% |
| 2015 | $2,899 +16.8% | $112,000 +41.8% |
| 2014 | $2,482 | $79,000 -2% |
| 2013 | -- | $80,640 |
| 2012 | -- | $80,640 |
| 2011 | -- | $80,640 -9.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $89,000 +14% |
| 2009 | -- | $78,100 -22.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $100,520 |
| 2007 | -- | $100,520 +1.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $98,790 +19% |
| 2005 | -- | $83,040 +7.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $77,190 -0.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $77,850 +22.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $63,590 |
| 2001 | -- | $63,590 |
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Neighborhood: 77563
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hayley Elementary (Texas City)
- Middle: La Marque Middle School
- High: La Marque 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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