1620 Post Office St, Galveston, TX 77550

3 - 4 Bedroom(s)

4 Full Bath(s)

2,576 Sqft. ($272/Sqft.)

5,140 Lot Sqft

Single-Family

1 Day(s) on Market

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Description

This 1900 Storm Survivor is waiting for you. It is the circa 1887 "Peacock" House in Galveston Island’s East End Historical District. Located near The Strand and UTMB, it is close to dining, shopping, art galleries and more. The main home has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and the large garage apartment has 1 bedroom and 1 bath. The home has double parlors with pocket doors, a grand curved staircase in the foyer, and a second staircase near the kitchen. There is also a large dining room, den, kitchen, bathroom, and utility room on the first floor. The home blends many updates with historical features for modern comfort and preservation. The interior was painted in 2024. The large primary bath was remodeled in 2024, adding an oversized shower, double vanities, and new counters. There is an elevator, wood burning fireplace, and butler's pantry. The home has a covered front porch and balcony, and a covered back deck for relaxing and entertaining. The apartment can generate extra income.

MLS#

44984199

List Price

$699,900 ($272/Sqft.)

Listing Status

For Sale

Address

1620 Post Office St

City

Galveston

State

Zip Code

77550

County

Galveston County

Subdivision

Galveston Townsite (View subdivision price trend)

Legal Description

ABST 628 M B MENARD SUR LOT 12 BLK 496 GALVESTON

Property Type

Single-Family

Bedroom

3 - 4 Bedroom(s)

Bath

4 Full Bath(s)

Garages

2 / Detached ,Oversized

Stories

Building Size

2,576 Sqft/Appraisal District

Architecture Style

Victorian

Year Built

1887 /Seller

Lot Size

5,140 Sqft./Appraisal District

Key Map©

775J

Market Area

East End

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Jessica Lowe Platinum

5 / 5 (13 surveys)

The Closers Real Estate Group

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Rooms

Living

15 x 13, 1st

Den

16 x 10.5, 1st

Dining

17 x 16, 1st

Kitchen

15 x 13.5, 1st

Primary Bedroom

17 x 15.5, 2nd

Bedroom

13 x 11.5, 2nd

Bedroom

13 x 13, 2nd

Home Office/Study

15 x 13, 1st

Garage Apt Qtr SF

767 sqft/Seller

Exterior

Roof

Composition

Foundation

Pier & Beam

Private Pool

Exterior Type

Wood

Lot Description

Subdivision Lot

Garage Carport

Auto Garage Door Opener

Water Sewer

Public Sewer, Public Water

Front Door Face

South

Garage Apartment

Yes

Exterior

Back Yard, Balcony, Back Yard Fenced, Covered Patio/Deck, Detached Gar Apt /Quarters, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Porch

Interior

Fireplace

1/Wood Burning Fireplace

Countertop

Granite

Floors

Engineered Wood, Laminate, Tile, Wood

Bathroom Description

Primary Bath: Double Sinks, Full Secondary Bathroom Down, Primary Bath: Shower Only, Vanity Area

Bedroom Description

All Bedrooms Up

Kitchen Description

Butler Pantry,Island w/o Cooktop,Pantry,Pots/Pans Drawers,Under Cabinet Lighting

Room Description

Den, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Garage Apartment, Home Office/Study, Utility Room in House

Cooling

Central Electric

Heating

Central Electric, Central Gas, Zoned

Connections

Washer Connections

Dishwasher

Yes

Disposal

Yes

Oven

Gas Oven

Range

Gas Cooktop

Energy Feature

Ceiling Fans, Tankless/On-Demand H2O Heater, Digital Program Thermostat

Interior

2 Staircases, Window Coverings, Dry Bar, Dryer Included, Elevator, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Fire/Smoke Alarm, Central Vacuum, Washer Included

Lot information

Lot Size

5,140 Sqft. /Appraisal District

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Dwelling Type

Free Standing,Historic

HOA Mandatory

List Type

Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease

Buyer Agent Compensation*

Sub Agent Compensation*

*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

Maintenance Fee

Taxes w/o Exemp

$6,727/2023

Tax Rate

1.7477

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Listing Tax	Numbers
Principal & Interest	2,841
Taxes	1,242

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