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Dorothy B. Mitchell
Charming 1920's home has beautiful curb appeal and is approximately 6 blocks to the beach.
Also close to schools, the city's municipal aquatic complex and parks, this family-friendly neighborhood is well suited for either year round family life or as a vacation getaway.
Original built-in mail slot is at the top of the steps to the breezy front porch.
An aerial view showing the short distance to the beach from your new home. 
Home has Ring system security.
Charming vintage glass door knob too.
Stepping inside the home, you're greeted by the gorgeous 0riginal hardwood floors mixed with tasteful modern updates.
Another view of the living room with lovely accents and vintage trim. Door at left leads to front bedroom.
Directly behind the front door of the home is the postage slot ... vintage charm once again.
This view of the spacious living area shows the open traffic flow to the kitchen and all adjacent rooms, making this a great floor plan for entertaining.
Notice the great updated lighting and two walls of windows.
Gorgeous updated kitchen with quartz counters, lovely pendant lighting and terrific amount of counter and storage space.
Another view of the kitchen and breakfast bar with privacy door to back area closed.
Shaker style cabinets with soft close doors and drawers are complimented by stainless appliances and under cabinet lighting.
Kitchen features additional pantry wall storage area providing ample space for your canned and dry goods.
Kitchen also features a five burner gas range, which is certain to make the chef in the family happy.
The gorgeous hardwood floors continue into the kitchen and bedrooms!
A view of the breakfast bar open into the family room.
The bedroom located at the front of the home is roomy enough for a queen bed, dresser, and even this large desk.
Front facing bedroom even provides enough space for a king bed if wanted.
Private door to the first of two bathrooms features a combo bathtub and shower.
Stunning tile work on the floors. Additional door leads to the 2nd Bedroom. 
The window over the tub is another original feature providing function as well as charm, while the updated tub surround has a tall inset niche for toiletries and gorgeous elongated subway tile.
The original vintage hamper has been converted to a more practical built-in linen cabinet and cosmetic drawer combo.
Second bedroom along the side of the home also fits a queen bed with ease. 
Another view of the bedroom. 
Recently added second bathroom with includes huge 48" marble top vanity, updated mirror and terrific storage.
The second bathroom's walk-in shower features beveled subway tiles and even more inset niches for toiletries and other essentials.
Overlooking the back garden of the home is a flex room currently used as a home office, though it would also make a sweet nursery or kids playroom.
Utility room houses stackable washer and dryer (negotiable to convey with sale), upper cabinets, a large hanging rod for freshly done laundry, and even a built-in solid surface folding table.
Fantastic back patio spans most of the width of the home, and is ideal for outdoor dining or entertaining, and just relaxing in the evening.
Imagine having BBQ parties with friends on this great deck. Architectural details like these affixed salvaged doors further enhance the open green space.
A view of the deck which opens to the backyard and leads to the detached two car garage facing the alley.
A view of the back deck with ramp making this even handicapped accessible. 
Great space in the backyard for outdoor fun or to toss a ball for the family dog. 
Backyard even has a raised garden bed which would be great for planting vegetables and herbs as well as flowers. 
Another view of the back deck and this lovely home. Great pride of ownership is obvious, inside and out. 
An aerial view of the backyards in this quiet neighborhood.
Just a couple of blocks away is Ball High School.
Near the high school is a huge public park, tennis court and pool complex.
Imagine living so close to the water that walking to the beach is just a fun stroll down the street!
This home's central location is near the Strand, East End Historic District, the Pleasure Pier, as well as UTMB.
Also just around the corner Galveston College, which offers a variety of programs available to people of all ages.Nestled in the shade of a huge live oak, this restored 1920's cottage offers the best of its original charm with tastefully done modern upgrades. Original wood floors compliment white cabinetry and trim as well as matching window coverings throughout. Living area is open to updated kitchen with gleaming stainless appliances, shaker style cabinets, soft close doors/drawers and task lighting over pretty quartz counters. Main bath includes vintage style hex tile floor and subway tile tub surround. 2nd bath features 48" marble top vanity and walk-in shower. Utility has cabinets/folding table, and flex Bedroom 3 overlooking the backyard serves as a roomy office. Fast charging USB outlets can be found throughout the home, and other additions include updated plumbing, Ring system, storm windows, on-demand water heater replaced in 2021, 3-year old roof and HVAC, privacy fenced backyard and a detached 2-car garage facing the alley. Huge back deck overlooks paver patio grill station and gardens.
| District: | Galveston ISD |
| Elementary School: | GISD OPEN ENROLL |
| Middle School: | GISD OPEN ENROLL |
| High School: | Ball High School   Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $321.29 | $326,110 | 21.33% | $295,669 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $264.82 | $268,790 | 15.95% | $268,790 | 15.95% |
| 2021 | $228.39 | $231,820 | 108.19% | $231,820 | 115.35% |
| 2020 | $109.70 | $111,350 | 13.78% | $107,646 | 10.00% |
| 2019 | $96.41 | $97,860 | 7.47% | $97,860 | 7.47% |
| 2018 | $89.71 | $91,060 | -1.29% | $91,060 | 17.02% |
| 2017 | $90.89 | $92,250 | 5.74% | $77,815 | 10.00% |
| 2016 | $85.95 | $87,240 | 35.66% | $70,741 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $63.36 | $64,310 | 7.99% | $64,310 | 7.99% |
| 2014 | $58.67 | $59,550 | 0.00% | $59,550 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | $58.67 | $59,550 | 0.00% | $59,550 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | $58.67 | $59,550 | $59,550 |
2023 Galveston County Appraisal District Tax Value |
|
|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $44,100 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $282,010 |
| Total Market Value: | $326,110 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| GALVESTON COUNTY: | 0.3342 % |
| GALVASTON COLLEGE: | 0.1240 % |
| NAVIGATION DIST 01: | 0.0254 % |
| COUNTY ROAD/FLOOD: | 0.0078 % |
| GALVASTON ISD: | 0.8475 % |
| GALVESTON CITY: | 0.4089 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 1.7477 % |
