Charming coastal cottage in a prime central island location—just minutes from the beach, downtown, and popular local restaurants. The 2-bedroom, 1-bath main home (970 SF) showcases original hardwood floors, a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops, and an inviting, open living area. Generously sized bedrooms and an in-house utility room provide everyday comfort and convenience. Outdoor living shines with a welcoming front porch, a covered back deck, and a pergola-shaded backyard—an ideal setup for relaxing or entertaining within your gated space. This rare offering includes off-street parking and a garage, which also houses a separate 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment (678 SF)—perfect for guests or potential rental income.
Recent improvements include PEX plumbing in the main house and a new roof installed in 2025. A standout coastal property with exceptional versatility and charm. Backhouse pictures available on request.
For sale
$325,000
4719 Avenue R, Galveston, TX 77551
2beds
1,648sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1903
5,100 Square Feet Lot
$303,500 Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Pergola-shaded backyardOriginal hardwood floorsWelcoming front porchIn-house utility roomGated spaceGenerously sized bedroomsOff-street parking
- 259 days |
- 99 |
- 7 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimberly Gaido TREC #0630855 713-498-2020,
Sand N Sea Properties, LLC
Source: HAR,MLS#: 10405593
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Garage Apartment
Primary bathroom
- Features: Primary Bath: Tub/Shower Combo
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Other
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- 2 Bedrooms Down, All Bedrooms Down, Primary Bed - 1st Floor
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,648
- Total interior livable area: 1,648 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio/Deck, Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,100 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Cleared, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Additional structures: Detached Gar Apt /Quarters
- Parcel number: 339200000005000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Forman A Ne 130
Location
- Region: Galveston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $352,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,092
- Date on market: 12/1/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Ownership: Full Ownership
Estimated market value
$303,500
$288,000 - $319,000
$1,635/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Price change | $325,000-3%$197/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $335,000+1.8%$203/sqft |
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| 9/26/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/29/2022 | Pending sale | $329,000$200/sqft |
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| 8/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $329,000$200/sqft |
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| 8/16/2022 | Pending sale | $329,000$200/sqft |
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| 8/8/2022 | Listed for sale | $329,000+153.1%$200/sqft |
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| 4/22/2014 | Sold | -- |
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| 1/17/2014 | Listed for sale | $130,000$79/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Leading Edge #67855610 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,662 -1% | $352,000 +7.2% |
| 2024 | $3,700 -28.9% | $328,235 -21.3% |
| 2023 | $5,203 -13.5% | $417,180 +39.8% |
| 2022 | $6,016 +7.9% | $298,395 +10.6% |
| 2021 | $5,576 +31.2% | $269,860 +35.2% |
| 2020 | $4,250 +7.7% | $199,550 +13.2% |
| 2019 | $3,946 -8.9% | $176,250 +10.2% |
| 2018 | $4,330 | $160,000 -8.6% |
| 2017 | $4,330 -2.3% | $175,000 -3.5% |
| 2016 | $4,433 +35.6% | $181,310 +37.3% |
| 2015 | $3,269 +69.9% | $132,060 +72.2% |
| 2014 | $1,923 | $76,710 |
| 2013 | -- | $76,710 |
| 2012 | -- | $76,710 |
| 2011 | -- | $76,710 +14.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $66,902 +10% |
| 2009 | -- | $60,820 -7.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $65,720 +8.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $60,350 |
| 2006 | -- | $60,350 +9.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $54,990 +5.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $52,340 |
| 2003 | -- | $52,340 +14% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $45,900 |
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Neighborhood: Lasker Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Burnet Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10AIM College & Career PrepGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Ball High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Gisd Open Enroll
- Middle: Gisd Open Enroll
- High: Ball 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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