Tucked along the Bay in La Porte, this meticulously maintained, classic bay home offers relaxed coastal living with front-row water views. The main home features three bedrooms and inviting living spaces, while a private garage apartment includes a kitchenette, living room, and full bath - perfect for guests. A dreamy screened back porch captures refreshing bay breezes and views and is ideal for relaxing, napping and watching the ships pass by. Enjoy world class fishing off the back shoreline and its a short drive to the Houston Yacht Club. The spacious first floor features, a large living room with plenty of storage, a cozy den with views, a sunlit dining and sun room, and a fully equipped kitchen and butler's pantry. A gated driveway adds privacy and peace of mind. Minutes from local restaurants, dining, and downtown La Porte. The quaint front facade features a wrap around porch and lush landscaping which complete this rare waterfront retreat. Make a point to see this waterfront gem.
For sale
$729,000
232 Garfield St, La Porte, TX 77571
3beds
3,651sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
9,300 Square Feet Lot
$705,000 Zestimate®
$200/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wrap around porchPrivate garage apartmentInviting living spacesThree bedroomsCozy den with viewsFully equipped kitchenQuaint front facade
- 210 days |
- 367 |
- 27 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Leslie Buratti TREC #0650323 281-886-4033,
Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty - Bay Area
Source: HAR,MLS#: 77951445
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Family Room, Garage Apartment, Guest Suite, Quarters/Guest House, Utility Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Primary Bath: Shower Only, Secondary Bath(s): Jetted Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Reverse Osmosis, Under Cabinet Lighting
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Freestanding Oven, Microwave, Electric Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Crown Molding, Wired for Sound, Sitting Area
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Doors
- Windows: Insulated/Low-E windows, Shutters, Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,651
- Total interior livable area: 3,651 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway Gate, Detached, Oversized, Additional Parking, Electric Gate, Garage Door Opener, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio/Deck
- Exterior features: Sprinkler System
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Water
- Waterfront features: Bay Front
Lot
- Size: 9,300 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, Waterfront, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 0352080060003
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Attic Vents, Thermostat, Lighting, HVAC
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sylvan Beach
Location
- Region: La Porte
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $200/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $518,806
- Annual tax amount: $12,395
- Date on market: 1/23/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Investor,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Select Pieces Of Art And Furniture. See Exhibit A
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Road surface type: Concrete, Curbs
Estimated market value
$705,000
$670,000 - $740,000
$2,802/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Price change | $729,000-0.8%$200/sqft |
Source:  HAR #77951445 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $735,000$201/sqft |
Source: HAR #77951445 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,636 +12.8% | $518,806 +22.9% |
| 2024 | $3,222 +1.1% | $422,035 -9.8% |
| 2023 | $3,187 | $467,838 -4.3% |
| 2022 | -- | $488,964 +1.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $480,000 |
| 2020 | $3,713 -2.7% | $480,000 |
| 2019 | $3,815 -72.7% | $480,000 |
| 2018 | $13,961 | $480,000 |
| 2017 | $13,961 -1.3% | $480,000 |
| 2016 | $14,148 +52.1% | $480,000 +53.8% |
| 2015 | $9,303 | $312,000 |
| 2014 | $9,303 | $312,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $312,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $312,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $312,000 -0.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $312,600 -13.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $361,879 +30.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $277,793 +9.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $253,960 |
| 2003 | -- | $253,960 +17.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $216,000 +20% |
| 2000 | -- | $180,000 |
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Neighborhood: Sylvan Beach
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Bayshore Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 5/10La Porte J High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 5/10La Porte High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Bayshore Elementary School
- Middle: La Porte J H
- High: La Porte 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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