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Jay Vargas
Welcome to 1309 Forest Cove Court! This stunning 3,078 square foot single story masterpiece is situated on nearly 2 acres that comprise the largest waterfront lot along the tranquil banks of Dickinson Bayou in the Forest Cove community.
Natural Hill Country Limestone and stucco adorn the front elevation of this home with a gabled front porch and a pair of dormers. Manicured professional landscaping that includes a variety of mature trees is maintained by a front and back sprinkler system.
Follow the flagstone paver porch to a custom front door with artisan crafted glass insert, opening to this open and airy floor plan with fresh neutral paint, porcelain tile floors, elegant crown molding, recessed lighting, and gracefully arched doorways.
To the left of the foyer, an arched doorway opens to this secluded study with a lighted ceiling fan, designer paint choice, crisp white crown molding, custom built-in cabinetry, and a sunlit desk alcove surrounded by windows with Plantation shutters.
Just inside the home, to the right of the foyer, a gracefully arched doorway leads into this inviting dining room with a raised gambrel ceiling, elegant crown molding, brushed nickel chandelier, porcelain tile floors, and a pair of front facing windows with Plantation shutters.
The dining room affords direct access to this spacious island kitchen, boasting lots of movement in the granite countertops and backsplash. Storage abounds with a corner pantry and loads of raised panel soft close cabinetry with glass front display shelves.
Brand new stainless appliances in the kitchen include dual convection ovens, a gas cooktop with center griddle, built-in microwave, dishwasher, and a dual zoned wine refrigerator. Don't miss the apron front farmhouse sink with gooseneck pull down faucet.
Entertaining a crowd is a breeze with the easy flow of this open floor plan from the kitchen to the spacious family room, where you'll find additional bar height seating and a custom built-in entertainment center surrounded by display shelves and storage cabinets.
Panoramic waterfront views are captured along two walls of windows shaded by Plantation shutters. Additional updates to the home that were just completed include recessed LED lighting, porcelain tile flooring, and fresh paint throughout.
Escape to this split floor plan master suite that features a trayed ceiling trimmed with crown molding, a lighted ceiling fan, designer paint, new plush carpet, windows with Plantation shutters, and French doors opening to the enclosed back patio and hot tub.
Relaxation awaits in this spa worthy master bathroom with exquisite granite counters, dual rectangular basin undermount sinks, contemporary lighting, a deep soaking tub, and an oversized glass enclosed shower with bench seat and rainfall showerhead.
A custom designed master closet offers built-in drawers, shelving, and a bench seat beneath a window that allows natural light into the dressing area. There's no shortage of space for even the largest of wardrobes in this home!
The first of two secondary bedrooms in the home boasts fresh neutral paint, crisp, white crown molding, brand new plush carpet, rear facing windows with Plantation shutters, and a full glass door opening to the enclosed back patio.
The beautifully upgraded bathroom showcases a granite countertop with dual rectangular basin undermount sinks, brushed nickel faucets, stylish modern pendant lighting, and a large shower with tile surround and frameless glass door.
The remaining secondary bedroom in the home also features a brushed nickel and wood lighted ceiling fan, fresh neutral paint, crown molding with corner accents, new plush carpet underfoot, and a window dressed with Plantation shutters.
Above the garage, this finished 14'x13' room with a full bathroom attached would make an excellent home office, gameroom or guest quarters, with a trio of ceiling fans, recessed lighting, plush carpet, neutral paint, and windows with Plantation shutters.
A screened in back patio extends across nearly the entire rear elevation of the home, offering a charming wood plank ceiling, numerous lighted ceilings fans, gorgeous stone columns, flagstone flooring, and a pergola covered hot tub for six.
The view of the rear elevation of the home highlights the expansive screened porch, with matching private pergola covered patios on either end. The one on the right houses a six person hot tub. Notice the raised flowerbeds and cobblestone path leading to the water's edge.
At the water's edge, you'll enjoy a wooden deck with a covered single boat dock with lift, extensive bulkheaded water frontage, and state of the art fishing lights for night time fishing in the brackish water. Follow the channel all the way to Galveston Bay!
A yard full of producing fruit trees includes plums, peaches, figs, grapefruit, lemon, lime, orange, blood orange, pomegranite, blackberry, blueberry, and three wine grape arbors maintained by an in-ground sprinkler system. Purple Martin birds return to nest here each spring!Unbelievable waterfront property that is navigable to Galveston Bay is a rare find! Custom finishes & pride of craftsmanship are displayed throughout this 3/3.5/3 home with a gorgeous Texas Hill Country stone elevation leading into open living spaces that include a private study, formal dining & custom island kitchen that flows seamlessly into the family room - perfect for entertaining! An abundance of windows & screened-in back patio which covers the entire length of the back of the home, showcases panoramic water views in a private setting. Secluded master retreat with a trayed ceiling & waterfront backdrop offers patio access, an oversize walk-in shower & large closet with built-ins. Don't miss the large indoor laundry room and mudroom area off of the 3 car garage with a bonus room & full bath above. A sprinkler system maintains this 0.6 acre lot, fruit trees, hot tub, boat house with lift, and bulkheaded bayou frontage. Neighboring 0.8 acre lot available for purchase.
| District: | Dickinson |
| Elementary School: | Hughes Road Elementary School | |
| Middle School: | John And Shamarion Barber Middle School   Good |  |
| High School: | Dickinson High School Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $223.73 | $688,630 | 0.00% | $688,630 | 0.00% |
| 2022 | $223.73 | $688,630 | 24.32% | $688,630 | 29.08% |
| 2021 | $179.96 | $553,910 | 14.21% | $533,500 | 10.00% |
| 2020 | $157.57 | $485,000 | -2.88% | $485,000 | -2.88% |
| 2019 | $162.24 | $499,360 | 3.55% | $499,360 | 3.55% |
| 2018 | $156.68 | $482,250 | 24.05% | $482,250 | 53.35% |
| 2017 | $126.30 | $388,740 | 35.98% | $314,468 | 10.00% |
| 2016 | $92.88 | $285,880 | 0.00% | $285,880 | 0.00% |
| 2015 | $92.88 | $285,880 | 0.00% | $285,880 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | $92.88 | $285,880 | 2.53% | $285,880 | 2.53% |
| 2013 | $90.59 | $278,830 | 0.00% | $278,830 | 0.00% |
| 2012 | $90.59 | $278,830 | $278,830 |
2023 Galveston County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $101,400 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $587,230 |
| Total Market Value: | $688,630 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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|---|---|
| DICKINSON ISD: | 1.1780 % |
| GALVESTON COUNTY: | 0.3342 % |
| MAINLAND COLLEGE: | 0.2685 % |
| DICKINSON WCID 01: | 0.2570 % |
| DICKINSON CITY: | 0.3669 % |
| COUNTY ROAD/FLOOD: | 0.0078 % |
| DRAINAGE 01: | 0.0668 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.4790 % |
