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Edward Vivanco
Welcome to 13439 Jibstay located on a sought after street in prestigious Laffites Cove. This home offers immediate access to Eckert Bayou and is minutes from West Galveston Bay.
This home was designed with entertaining in mind offering numerous amenities your guests are sure to enjoy.
A formal entry offers a 1/2 bath and an elevator shaft (currently a large closet).
Fun powder room found in the entryway.
Just past the entry is your gourmet style kitchen and dining area with Eckert Bayou views as your backdrop. The chef's kitchen offers 2 ovens and 2 dishwashers!
You have two large islands both complete with a sink and an abundance of quartz countertops. Floor to ceiling cabinetry serves as storage and a panty. KitchenAid professional appliances include the built-in side by side refrigerator/freezer.
2 tone shaker cabinets with modern hardware complement the 6 burner gas cook top and popular subway glass tile backsplash. Large utility room with additional storage, washer/dryer and 2nd refrigerator behind the door.
A microwave as well as separate ice maker are nestled seamlessly into your middle island 
Your spacious kitchen and dining areas are complete with ample seating and water views.
Your open layout grants sight lines throughout the main living areas. Recessed LED lighting with Modern light fixtures are found throughout the home.
Here we have your living area complete with built in shelving surrounding your stunning gas log fireplace perfect for displaying your Galveston treasures.
Water views abound from the common areas. Let's check out the decks.
Here you have your main living floor outdoor living space offering multiple gathering areas both covered and uncovered
Your catwalk to the boathouse deck
Relax here with your morning coffee or evening cocktail right on the water.
Your beautiful view from your boathouse deck!
Back inside we see access to 2nd floor, bar area and hall to 1st floor en-suite bedroom.
First level guest bedroom offering views of the nature preserve.
An en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet to include the media rack.
Your en-suite bath offers a custom marble tiled shower
On our way upstairs we pass your dry bar complete with wine cooler and mini fridge.
At the top of the stairs you are greeted with a spacious second floor living area with built-in entertainment center.
The LED lighting and modern light fixtures are found here as well. The closet behind the couch is a very large walk-in closet currently used for linens and extra supplies.
Here we have a guest room spacious enough for two queen size beds. Views of the Nature Preserve are offered here.
This room attracts an abundance of natural lighting!
Also complete with en-suite bath to include a tile walk-in shower.
Here is your bunk room with 6 built in bunk beds as well as an en-suite bath.
Bath includes a spacious tiled shower complete with bench
Each bunk offers a charging station and lighting. Underneath storage offered as well.
Finally you have your primary suite complete with tray ceilings, deck access and en-suite bath!
Large deck off the primary suite.
Eckert Bayou and Bay views from the 2nd level.
Your private retreat is large enough for additional seating.
Welcome to your spa-like en-suite bath complete with dual sinks, vanity area and separate his and her closets flank the stand alone tub. Note the herringbone tile flooring
You have a large marble shower with rain shower head and bench
You have a large soaker tub perfect for relaxing after a day of fun in the sun!
Back on the ground level you will find several lounging areas...
A picnic table perfect for enjoying a meal or a snack while taking in the waterviews!
You have an outdoor bar and kitchen complete with stormshutters
You have plenty of seating perfect for entertaining your guests while you are tending the bar!
Your kitchen offers extra refrigerator, commercial ice maker and plenty of counter/cabinet space perfect for preparing your catch of the day. Note the mounted television perfect for watching the Big Game!
Enjoy a fun game of cornhole by the pool!
Here you have your sparkling pool 
Your pool also offers a spa with plenty of seating around the perimeter perfect for relaxing after a day of fun!
Cool off here and watch the boats go by!
Here you have your sun lounge area keeping that beautiful view. To go with this furniture is a firepit (kept under the stairs).
Jump in your boat or cast a line right off your dock!
Located across from the Nature Reserve, the home offers maintenance free Astroturf. Pickle Ball lines are already drawn in. Ready for a game?
You are just minutes from beautiful Galveston Bay!
A short golf cart ride to the beach and Galveston Country Club.Just 3 years old this gorgeous Laffites Cove home is located on Eckert's Bayou and across from a Nature Preserve. This home was designed with entertaining in mind. A chef's kitchen offers 2 of the following: islands, refrigerators, dishwashers, sinks & ovens. A Large open floor plan with a wall of windows showcases water views. The 4 bedrooms each offer an en-suite bathroom. A living area on each floor is perfect for large gatherings. Main living area features a bar area and gas log fireplace flanked by built-ins. Amenities include a large pool with hot tub, outdoor kitchen & multiple seating areas to include covered and uncovered decks over the water, as well as maintenance free Astroturf. The home conveys furnished with few exclusions. See Agent Remarks for closing details.
| 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 | $507.07 | $1,650,000 | 0.00% | $1,650,000 | 0.00% |
| 2022 | $507.07 | $1,650,000 | 7.03% | $1,650,000 | 7.03% |
| 2021 | $473.75 | $1,541,570 | 38.64% | $1,541,570 | 38.64% |
| 2020 | $341.70 | $1,111,900 | 14.56% | $1,111,900 | 14.56% |
| 2019 | $298.28 | $970,600 | 0.00% | $970,600 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | $298.28 | $970,600 | $970,600 |
2023 Galveston County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $296,110 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $1,353,890 |
| Total Market Value: | $1,650,000 |
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 % |
