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1520 Market Street

Galveston, TX 77550
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Sold
Sold
$552,001 - $627,000
Sold on June 28, 2021
4 Bedroom(s)
4 Full & 1 Half Bath(s)
4,545 Sqft.
11,407 Lot Sqft
Single-Family

Sold Transaction

David Bowers represented the seller on this sold transaction on 06/28/2021

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General Description

Circa 1859 George Washington Grover House. Stunning pre-Civil War home with grandeur throughout. Purportedly hit by a cannon ball ,it is a survivor of the Battle of Galveston, January 1, 1863. Much architectural detailing throughout the house. There is a large landscaped side garden on the west side and a beautiful side walkway greenspace on the east side of the house. Three bedrooms and large sitting room upstairs and there is a first floor bedroom with ensuite bath. Full kitchen with duel fuel range, extra oven & 2 dishwashers. Laundry on second floor and there is an elevator. Third floor room (21x18) has a ladder to the widow's walk typical of this era of large homes. Inspection report online from the Estate selling the property. Exempt items to be removed after funding. No furniture remains. Please review inspection report before showings are set. House is documented in the Historic American Buildings Survey. Agents: Please review Agent Remarks before setting appointment.

MLS#
41226971
Sold Price Range
$552,001 - $627,000
Listing Status
Sold
Address
1520 Market Street
City
Galveston
State
TX
Zip Code
77550
County
Galveston County
Legal Description
ABST 628 M B MENARD SUR LOTS 12,13 & W 10-8.5 FT OF LOT 11 B
Property Type
Single-Family
Bedroom
4 Bedroom(s)
Bath
4 Full & 1 Half Bath(s)
Stories
2
Architecture Style
Victorian
Year Built
1859 / Appraisal District
Building Size
4,545 Sqft/Appraisal District
Lot Size
11,407 Sqft./Appraisal District
Key Map©
775J
Market Area

Rooms

Living
35 x 18, 1st
Den
18 x 14, 2nd
Dining
26 x 14, 1st
Kitchen
18 x 8, 1st
Breakfast
13 x 8, 1st
Primary Bedroom
21 x 15, 2nd
Bedroom
26 x 14, 2nd
Bedroom
18 x 10, 2nd
Bedroom
12 x 10, 1st
Library
15 x 8, 2nd
Extra Room
21 x 18, 3rd
Utility Room Desc
10 x 3, 2nd

Exterior

Roof
Composition
Foundation
Pier & Beam
Private Pool
No
Exterior Type
Brick, Stucco
Lot Description
Subdivision Lot
Water Sewer
Public Sewer, Public Water
Front Door Face
South
Unit Location
Subdivision Lot
Area Pool
No
Exterior
Back Yard Fenced, Balcony, Cross Fenced, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Side Yard

Additional information

Dwelling Type
Free Standing,Historic
HOA Mandatory
No
List Type
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Buyer Agent Compensation*
3%
Sub Agent Compensation*
0%

*Disclaimer: Listing broker's offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed.

Financial

Financing Considered
Cash Sale, Conventional
Other Fees
No
Maintenance Fee
No
Taxes w/o Exemp
$11,985/2020
Tax Rate
2.262

Interior

Fireplace
3/Mock Fireplace
Floors
Tile, Wood
Bathroom Description
Primary w/Tub
Bedroom Description
Primary Bed - 2nd Floor,Sitting Area,Walk-In Closet
Room Description
Den,Formal Dining,Formal Living,Living Area - 1st Floor,Utility Room in House
Cooling
Central Electric, Zoned
Heating
Central Gas
Dishwasher
Yes
Interior
Crown Molding, Dryer Included, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included

Lot Information

Lot Size
11,407 Sqft. /Appraisal District
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Source

Houston Association of REALTORS
Source last updated May 14, 2024 at 11:47 PM
Listing last updated Jun 28, 2021 at 04:14 PM

Property tax

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Mortgage

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Taxes1,242
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Schools

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