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Garrett Howell
Welcome to 20607 E Sunset Bay Dr
Truly a coastal gem designed for relaxation, entertaining and of course comfort both indoors and outdoors.
Imagine watching life go by from your infinity edge pool (or heated spa!) while enjoying the sound of the waves from the beach & cooling breezes coming from the Gulf. 
The pool, spa and patio is also THE place to enjoy the evenings, gazing at the moon and dreaming of bay activities the following day. 
What a spectacular view of the wide canal and Gulf of Mexico on the horizon. Large sun deck surrounding the pool and spacious covered patio area to enjoy the shade & al fresco dining. 
Main level entry foyer to home. In view is the elevator, which serves all floors, and to the left a stair case leading to ground floor entrance, and to the right staircase leading up to 2nd level of home.
The home was designed with large picture frame windows to enhance the views and bring the coastal environment and allow for natural light into the home. Flooring throughout the home is pine plank. 
Family room view. Flooring throughout the home, is pine plank. Note the gas log fireplace and built ins. The staircase in view to the right, leads to the ground floor entrance. 
Main deck of the house, just outside of the family room, there is over 250 sq ft of covered/screened in outdoor entertaining area. All decks are composite material and the exterior of home was completely repainted in November of 2023.
Main deck screened in porch area, with stained wood planked ceiling and great views of the wide canal and beach beyond. 
This views shows the wet bar, entrance to hallway leading to walk in pantry/bathroom & bedroom with a portion of the kitchen area. 
Panoramic view of the kitchen and dining area. Again, the picture frame windows provide for wonderful views of the canal(s) and horizon view of the Gulf of Mexico looking to the south. 
In addition to the comprehensive suite of kitchen builtin appliances, a large curved serving/breakfast island (over 20' in length) with sink, beverage fridge, dishwasher and cabinets under is a focal point of the kitchen. Comfortably seats 6.
Smaller island prep-station located just behind the main breakfast/serving bar is ideal for that busy chef (s!).
As you can see, no one will feel 'left out' in this well designed main floor arrangement. 
All kitchen appliances are KitchenAide, and include 2 x electric ovens, 6 burner gas cook top with vent hood + a warming drawer below. 
Spacious dining area close by with clear views of the patio, canal and pool area just outside. 
Main level, bedroom #1. This room has double built in queen sized beds as well as extensive built-ins and an office nook. This room is located in the NE corner of the home. The balcony has wonderful views of the bay and the west setting sun in the evening.
View of the full bathroom on the main level.
2nd level foyer. Closed door leads to elevator. 
Utility room is located on the 2nd level of home and includes a prep station with sink, ironing station, and over/under storage cabinets. 
The primary suite is large and provides a calming & coastal ambiance with lilght blue paint color and view of the outdoors. 
The size of the primary suite lends itself to provide a comfortable seating/reading area. There is also deck access to the outside for amazing water views to the south. 
The primary bath has his/her vanity areas, soaking tub, walk-in shower and water closet. There is also a large walk-in closet.
Primary bath with walk-in shower, soaking tub and one vanity area in view. 
Primary bath with coffee/beverage nook and entrance to walk-in closet in view. The closed door to the left is the water closet. 
Large covered deck area outside of the primary suite, note the views of the gulf on the horizon in background. 
Bedroom #2 on 2nd level of home in NE corner of home. This balcony has wonderful views of the bayfront, wetlands and incredible sunset viewing!
View of the bay from the balcony of NE bedroom. 
Located between bedrooms 2 & 3 is a "Hollywood Bath". Each bedroom has a private vanity area, and there is a toilet & shower in the middle of the vanity rooms. 
Bedroom #3 on 2nd level of home. This bedroom has deck access and views of the canal, patio area and Gulf of Mexico. This bedroom is located in the SE corner of the home. 
Detached boat house, with deck & pergola is offset from home to enhance your views. 
Stairs & decking are composite materials for longer life & ease in maintenance. Swimming deck, fish cleaning table, and running water and electrical power all available at the boat house. 
The property is landscaped and fully irrigated. 
View of the ground floor bar/summer kitchen area. The 2nd garage opening, allows for a wonderful open breezeway through the patio during those hot summer days/evenings. 
Evening out at the Sunset Bay ice house!
Counter tops & serving bar are newly installed quartz marterial. 
View through the breezeway/patio area. The first door in view to the right, is the grround floor entrance to the home. 
Spacious, covered patio area for entertaining, all outdoor furnishings convey with home. Note in the background, there is a staircase leading from the main deck to the patio. 
Panoramic patio view. 
Outdoor shower with hot & cold water.
Pool features a negative edge 'water fall" and spa/hot tub. 
The pool, patio, surrounding gardens and outdoor decks provide an amazing coastal experience at anytime of the day or night. 
View of home from the boat house. 
Aerial view of home showing expansive water frontage, side yard, detached boat house and short kayak or boat ride out to West Galveston Bay. 
Another spectacular evening in Sunset Cove.
View of pool, tennis court, club house and subdivision boat ramp. 
Gated entrance to Sunset Cove.
A coastal oasis awaits you at 20607 E Sunset Bay Dr. This custom-built home is located on a premier lot featuring 180’ canal frontage, open to the gulf breezes with beach and bay views. Outdoor enjoyment/comfort is achieved by way of the large patio, custom pool w/hot tub, boat house w/deck & pergola, outdoor shower, landscaping & fully fenced grounds. The main floor of the home has an open flow throughout with large picture windows enhancing the views and natural light. The kitchen is a chef’s dream & well-appointed with custom granite counter tops, two large islands and a walk-in pantry. A bedroom with built in workspace, bathroom and 430+ sq ft of screened in porch completes the first floor. The 2nd floor includes a large primary suite, as well as two additional bedrooms with a Jack & Jill bathroom, utility room, elevator landing and 350+ sq ft of covered decks. Int. flooring on each level is pine plank and all decking is composite material. The home conveys furnished.
| 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 | $511.54 | $1,752,010 | 0.00% | $1,752,010 | 0.00% |
| 2022 | $511.54 | $1,752,010 | 24.70% | $1,752,010 | 24.70% |
| 2021 | $410.22 | $1,405,000 | 12.28% | $1,405,000 | 12.28% |
| 2020 | $365.35 | $1,251,330 | 6.95% | $1,251,330 | 6.95% |
| 2019 | $341.61 | $1,170,000 | 6.41% | $1,170,000 | 6.41% |
| 2018 | $321.03 | $1,099,520 | 0.00% | $1,099,520 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | $321.03 | $1,099,520 | 15.13% | $1,099,520 | 15.13% |
| 2016 | $278.83 | $955,000 | 4.60% | $955,000 | 4.60% |
| 2015 | $266.56 | $912,980 | 16.49% | $912,980 | 32.24% |
| 2014 | $228.84 | $783,770 | 24.88% | $690,378 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $183.25 | $627,616 | 10.00% | $627,616 | 10.00% |
| 2012 | $166.59 | $570,560 | $570,560 |
2023 Galveston County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $613,810 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $1,138,200 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,752,010 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| GALVESTON COUNTY: | 0.3342 % |
| GALVASTON COLLEGE: | 0.1240 % |
| COUNTY ROAD/FLOOD: | 0.0078 % |
| GALVASTON ISD: | 0.8475 % |
| GALVESTON CITY: | 0.4089 % |
| MUNIC UTIL DIS 30: | 0.1500 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 1.8723 % |
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