Welcome to your slice of paradise in Gilchrist! Perfectly positioned on a spacious street-to-beach lot, this charming 3-bed, 2-bath beach house offers the ideal combination of privacy, comfort, and breathtaking Gulf views. The large, fully fenced lot provides plenty of room for kids, pets, entertaining, or storing all your beach toys. Inside, you’ll find a warm and inviting open-concept living area filled with natural light, creating the perfect space for making lasting coastal memories. Enjoy sunrises from your deck while taking in the wonderful beach views and listening to the soothing sound of the waves. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or income-producing vacation rental, this adorable home checks every box. With direct street-to-beach access just steps away, you’ll enjoy easy walks to the sand, endless days by the water, and the relaxed coastal lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity!
For sale
$799,500
948 Barkley St, Port Bolivar, TX 77617
3beds
1,040sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2011
0.88 Acres Lot
$752,100 Zestimate®
$769/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious street-to-beach lotFilled with natural lightLarge fully fenced lotBreathtaking gulf views
- 62 days
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Norma Smalley TREC #0586602 281-802-4927,
Cobb Real Estate
Source: HAR,MLS#: 47021450
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Disposal, Electric Oven, Microwave, Electric Range, Dishwasher
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,040
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio/Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Beach, Gulf View, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Gulf,Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Front
Lot
- Size: 0.88 Acres
- Features: Cleared, 1/2 Up to 1 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 211800000004004
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2011
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cade Sub
Location
- Region: Port Bolivar
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $769/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,016,750
- Annual tax amount: $15,543
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Dirt
Estimated market value
$752,100
$714,000 - $790,000
$1,956/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,500-11%$769/sqft |
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| 7/15/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $898,000+176.3%$863/sqft |
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| 2/8/2016 | Sold | -- |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2015 | Listed for sale | $325,000$313/sqft |
Source: SWEDES REAL ESTATE #20152933 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,543 +13.7% | $1,007,338 +20% |
| 2024 | $13,670 +21.5% | $839,448 +20% |
| 2023 | $11,246 +32.4% | $699,540 +37.5% |
| 2022 | $8,492 +88.6% | $508,820 +75.7% |
| 2021 | $4,502 -3.9% | $289,640 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,682 -15.3% | $286,650 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $5,527 +1.6% | $285,530 |
| 2018 | $5,442 | $285,530 |
| 2017 | $5,442 +62.6% | $285,530 +66.4% |
| 2016 | $3,347 +574.7% | $171,570 +564.7% |
| 2015 | $496 -3.9% | $25,810 |
| 2014 | $516 | $25,810 -75.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $103,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $103,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $103,700 -13.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $120,040 +48% |
| 2004 | -- | $81,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $81,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $81,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $81,100 |
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Neighborhood: 77617
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: High Island School
- Middle: High Island School
- High: High Island School
Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





