Pending

$720,000

232 Garfield St, La Porte, TX 77571

3beds

3,651sqft

$6,612/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1931

9,300 Square Feet Lot

$708,500 Zestimate^®

$197/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Exceptional waterfront living under $800K! Located just 35 minutes from Houston, this quiet, beautifully landscaped coastal retreat offers breathtaking water views without the drive to Galveston. Designed for both everyday living and weekend getaways, the property features spacious porches, a light-filled sunroom, and a separate garage apartment. Whether you enjoy fishing, sailing, sipping morning coffee with a bay breeze, or watching dolphins play right off your shoreline, this unique home offers an unmatchable lifestyle.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 187.65
Dimensions: 13.5 x 13.9

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 171
Dimensions: 15 x 11.4

Bedroom

Level: Second
Area: 113.85
Dimensions: 11.5 x 9.9

Breakfast

Level: First
Area: 100
Dimensions: 10 x 10

Den

Level: First
Area: 358.62
Dimensions: 25.8 x 13.9

Dining room

Level: First
Area: 136.62
Dimensions: 13.8 x 9.9

Game room

Level: Second
Area: 266.8
Dimensions: 23 x 11.6

Other

Features: In Garage
Dimensions: 541 sqft

Kitchen

Level: First
Area: 165
Dimensions: 15 x 11

Living room

Level: First
Area: 409.5
Dimensions: 21 x 19.5

Sunroom

Level: First
Area: 118.8
Dimensions: 12 x 9.9

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Appliances

Included: Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Freestanding Oven, Oven, Microwave, Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, Dishwasher, Secondary Kitchen
Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Wired for Sound, 3 Bedrooms Up, All Bedrooms Up, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor, 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: Electric Gate, Driveway Gate, Detached, Additional Parking
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Covered, Patio/Deck, Porch, Screened
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, Bulkhead

Lot

Size: 9,300 Square Feet
Features: Back Yard, Subdivided, Waterfront, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre

Details

Additional structures: Detached Gar Apt /Quarters, Workshop
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, HVAC

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Sylvan Beach

Location

Region: La Porte

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $197/sqft
Tax assessed value: $518,806
Annual tax amount: $13,440
Date on market: 9/23/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Exclusions: Tbd
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$708,500

$673,000 - $744,000

$2,493/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/6/2026	Pending sale	$720,000$197/sqft
Source: HAR #2497694 Report a problem
9/25/2026	Listed for sale	$720,000-1.2%$197/sqft
Source: HAR #2497694 Report a problem
9/1/2026	Listing removed	$729,000$200/sqft
Source: HAR #77951445 Report a problem
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