Enjoy coastal living with a Costa Rican-inspired vibe in this unique 2018-built bay house, ideally located within walking distance of the Houston Yacht Club. The light-filled, open-concept design features soaring ceilings, exposed beams and beautiful wood flooring. The showpiece kitchen boasts custom glass countertops and a stunning Brazilian lapis lazuli waterfall island. The primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath with attached laundry room. Designed with sustainability in mind, features include hurricane-rated doors and windows, wind-shearing walls, energy-efficient mini-splits, solar power with Tesla Energy Wall battery backup, and rainwater reclamation/distribution. Downstairs offers an air-conditioned office, workshop/storage and expansive covered entertaining area with oversized stainless-steel sink—perfect for entertaining, gardening or fishing. Enjoy beautiful Galveston Bay views and a truly distinctive coastal lifestyle!
For sale
$415,000
3803 Marlin Ln, La Porte, TX 77571
2beds
1,518sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2018
6,398 Square Feet Lot
$406,300 Zestimate®
$273/sqft
$21/mo HOA
What's special
Expansive covered entertaining areaBeautiful wood flooringAir-conditioned officeBeautiful galveston bay viewsCustom glass countertopsShowpiece kitchenOversized stainless-steel sink
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kyle Hill TREC #0663296 713-899-3054,
RE/MAX Signature
Source: HAR,MLS#: 9863123
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15x15
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10x11
Breakfast
- Level: Second
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 8x15
Dining room
- Level: Second
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10x15
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 15x20
Living room
- Level: Second
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 20x15
Utility room
- Level: Second
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Gas
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator, Convection Oven, Microwave, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Balcony, High Ceilings, Prewired for Alarm System, Vaulted Ceiling, All Bedrooms Up, En-Suite Bath, Primary Bed - 2nd Floor, Sitting Area, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Windows: Insulated/Low-E windows, Storm Window(s), Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,518
- Total interior livable area: 1,518 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached, Additional Parking, Boat, Workshop in Garage
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio/Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony, Outdoor Kitchen, Side Yard
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Water
Lot
- Size: 6,398 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Cul-De-Sac, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 0942370000056
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Cement Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2018
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Attic Vents, Thermostat
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Prewired for Alarm System
- Subdivision: Bay Colony
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Boat Ramp, Pool
- HOA fee: $250 annually
Location
- Region: La Porte
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $273/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $383,900
- Annual tax amount: $8,592
- Date on market: 9/18/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$406,300
$386,000 - $427,000
$2,062/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $415,000+964.1%$273/sqft |
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| 1/1/2016 | Listing removed | $39,000$26/sqft |
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| 11/24/2015 | Listed for sale | $39,000-11.2%$26/sqft |
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| 3/18/2015 | Listed for sale | $43,900-56.1%$29/sqft |
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| 8/31/2014 | Listing removed | $99,900$66/sqft |
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| 4/17/2014 | Listed for sale | $99,900$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,426 +4.4% | $383,900 +4.7% |
| 2024 | $2,324 | $366,500 +2.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $358,000 +8% |
| 2022 | $260 | $331,530 |
| 2021 | -- | -- |
| 2020 | -- | $254,106 +18.9% |
| 2019 | $1,699 +155.7% | $213,760 +835.7% |
| 2018 | $664 | $22,844 |
| 2017 | $664 +15.1% | $22,844 +16.7% |
| 2016 | $577 -2.1% | $19,581 |
| 2015 | $590 | $19,581 -1% |
| 2014 | $590 | $19,773 -61.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $51,296 -37.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $82,300 +0.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $81,891 -2.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $84,266 +13.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $74,100 +9.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $67,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $67,400 +3.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $65,000 +3.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $63,000 |
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Neighborhood: 77571
Nearby schools
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.





