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Garrett Howell
Welcome to 18531 E De Vaca!
This single story beachfront home sits on a large lot. The fence continues to the house to the east, also for sale. Please refer to the survey.
The home has two south facing decks, all constructed with composite decking. These are the views from the top deck.
The spacious living area has a wall of windows including transom windows. 
The living room features recessed lighting, high ceilings, and wood burning fireplace.
Beautiful hardwood floors run throughout the main living space.
Another view of the living room. Let's continue straight to the left of the fireplace to 1 of 2 dining areas.
The "breakfast nook" is located on the south east side of the home. 
If you don't need additional dinging space, you could designate this area as your only dining area allow more room in the living room. Or, make this a reading/lounging nook. There are a lot of options with the space this home offers.
The kitchen opens to the living room and has a long breakfast bar.
The breakfast bar is currently set up to accommodate 4, but has room for more!
The kitchen features black granite countertops with a stone backsplash. There is under cabinet lighting and a pantry.
Another view of the kitchen.
Another view of the kitchen.
Views from the kitchen.
An additional dinging space is located to the west of the living room. 
When not used as a dining table, this would be a great puzzle table or family game table!
Full wet bar located beside the dining table. The wet bar has wine storage, beverage fridge, sink and ice maker.
The primary bedroom is located on the southwest side of the home. 
This spacious room has access to the deck, an en-suite bathroom & walk-in closet.
The primary bathroom featuring double sinks, separate shower & jetted tub.
A closer look at the double sinks and the cabinet space available.
A closer look at the tile surround jetted tub.
A closer look at the tile surround shower.
Full size utility room with storage. Be sure to check out the virtual and video tours available to see the floorplan and more details of the home.
On the north east side of the home is the bunk room which has an en-suite bath.
The bunk room en-suite bath has a tile surround shower.
View of the bunk room from the bathroom.
On the north west side of the home is the 3rd bedroom. 
Down the hall, beside the 3rd bedroom, is the 3rd bathroom. This bathroom has a tile surround tub/shower combo.
Your outdoor living space is just as spacious as the indoor.
There is no reason to go to a restaurant to enjoy waterfront dining. Enjoy the views and a delicious meal with family from home.
The covered deck area. The perfect place to enjoy the sunrise and coffee.
The endless Gulf views from your deck. Reminder, the fence in front crosses over to the house to the east. Please refer to the survey.
Patio space under the home is a great place to set up more outdoor living space or let the kids go crazy with sidewalk chalk and games.
Not a bad place to put a BBQ pit! Enjoy the views and grilling out.
You also have plenty of covered area to park under the home. 
And plenty of parking space in the driveway.
The lot is not defined by the fence. Refer to a survey! You have a lot of yard space for the 4 legged family members & yard games.
Don't miss the opportunity to own this single story beachfront home!
Sandcastles, boogie boards, and laughter filling the air is what family vacations are all about. Start making those memories today, in a home where you can say "that is our family beach home."
Don't forget to check out the virtual and video tours available, then call and schedule your in person tour. 
Indian beach amenities are just across the road. They include a pool, tennis court and fishing pier. You are a short drive to the conveniences of Jamaica Beach stores, restaurants, gym, coffee shop & bar.Beachfront home in Indian Beach on a generous lot with incredible Gulf views. This sought after 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, all one level home, is literally a wall of windows, glass doors and transoms on the seaward side offering stunning views from the dining, living and primary bedroom. The living areas feature wood floors, wood burning fireplace and wet bar. The spacious bedrooms include the primary bedroom with en-suite bath, a bunk room with en-suite bath and another guest room. The wrap around decks offer additional outdoor covered and uncovered living spaces to include composite lined decks. The large back yard offers a tall fence providing plenty of outdoor play room. In 2015 the Hardi Siding, windows and doors were replaced. The home conveys furnished. The home has not been used as a short term rental but could be. Indian Beach community offers a tennis court, pool, & fishing pier.
| District: | Galveston |
| 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 | $671.50 | $1,178,480 | 23.27% | $1,178,480 | 23.27% |
| 2022 | $544.73 | $956,000 | 38.35% | $956,000 | 38.35% |
| 2021 | $393.73 | $691,000 | 28.34% | $691,000 | 28.34% |
| 2020 | $306.80 | $538,426 | -7.20% | $538,426 | -7.20% |
| 2019 | $330.59 | $580,180 | -0.00% | $580,180 | -0.00% |
| 2018 | $330.60 | $580,200 | -1.28% | $580,200 | -1.28% |
| 2017 | $334.88 | $587,720 | 0.01% | $587,720 | 0.01% |
| 2016 | $334.87 | $587,690 | 0.00% | $587,690 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | $334.87 | $587,690 | 22.74% | $587,690 | 22.74% |
| 2014 | $272.82 | $478,800 | 0.00% | $478,800 | 0.00% |
| 2013 | $272.82 | $478,800 | 0.00% | $478,800 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | $272.82 | $478,800 | $478,800 |
2023 Galveston County Appraisal District Tax Value |
|
|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $341,180 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $837,300 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,178,480 |
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 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 1.7223 % |
