NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1509 Mechanic St Galveston, TX 77550

East End Historic District Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $495,577 - $592,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,093 Sq Ft
$261/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 09, 2021

Current estimated payment $3,707/month

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Wood Siding
  • Oppe Elementary School Rated A-
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 3-minute walk to Darragh Park

About This Home

As of April 2021

The 1854 Ernest Seiling House is a beautiful example of historic Galveston modernized to compliment today's lifestyle. The living, kitchen and dining provide the perfect amount of open concept and are ready for entertaining guests. This home was tastefully restored in 2015 including plumbing, electrical and HVAC, as well as custom cabinetry in the kitchen and primary closet, beautifully appointed bathrooms, and custom wood blinds. The bedrooms are all nicely sized including the upstairs primary suite retreat with walk in shower and large soaking tub. From the original pine hardwood floors, to the shiplap walls and 12' ceilings, this home has the historic charm you're looking for. You'll also be pleased to find ample storage for a historic home as well as of street garage parking and enough space to even add a pool if desired.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Cordray

Save 1900 Realty, LLC License #0668778 Listed on: 03/13/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessica Dillard

Save 1900 Realty, LLC License #0720972

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,281

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 5,890 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Historic Home

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,093 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Schools

  • Gisd Open Enroll Elementary And Middle School
  • Ball High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Community Details

  • Oeize/Clark Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,281

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Directions: From Broadway turn North on 15th Street, then left on Mechanic St. Home will be on he left side of the street at 1509 Mechanic.
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1352
  • Subdivision Name: Oeize/Clark
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Historic/Antique
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Living Area: 2093.0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Cleared
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • Elementary School: GISD OPEN ENROLL
  • Junior High Dist: 22 - Galveston
  • High School: BALL HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: GISD OPEN ENROLL

Lot Info

  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7281.0

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 2023
Sold by
Fox Janet M
Bought by
Young-Fox Family Trust
Current Estimated Value
$546,144

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2021
Closed on
Apr 8, 2021
Sold by
Schmalriede Mason Ryan and Schmalriede Jessica Nichole
Bought by
Fox Janet M
Seller's Agent
Michael Cordray
Save 1900 Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Dillard
Save 1900 Realty, LLC
List Price
$419,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 7, 2020
Sold by
Lang Stephanie E
Bought by
Schmalriede Mason Ryan and Schmalriede Jessica Nichole

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2016
Sold by
Oelze Joan Diane and Clark Melody Weathersby
Bought by
Lang Stephanie E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$313,222
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 1997
Sold by
Hernandez Reyes P and Hernandez Enedina R
Bought by
Revocable Living Tr Reyes P Sr & Enedeni
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Young-Fox Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Fox Janet M -- South Land Title Company
Schmalriede Mason Ryan -- Stewart Title
Lang Stephanie E -- Stewart Title
Revocable Living Tr Reyes P Sr & Enedeni -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Schmalriede Mason Ryan $340,000
Previous Owner Lang Stephanie E $313,222
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/09/2021 04/09/21 Sold -- -- --
03/13/2021 03/13/21 For Sale $419,000 +392.9% $200 / Sq Ft
07/18/2013 07/18/13 Sold -- -- --
06/18/2013 06/18/13 Pending -- -- --
02/08/2013 02/08/13 For Sale $85,000 -- $41 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $8,774 $506,940 $208,680 $298,260
2023 $8,774 $555,900 $18,550 $537,350
2022 $7,071 $350,710 $18,550 $332,160
2021 $7,952 $351,550 $18,550 $333,000
2020 $7,281 $303,800 $18,550 $285,250
2019 $6,951 $281,890 $18,550 $263,340
2018 $7,049 $284,870 $18,550 $266,320
2017 $7,038 $287,880 $18,550 $269,330
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Cordray

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Michael Cordray

    Save 1900 Realty, LLC

    (281) 428-8822

    20 in this area

    102 Total Sales

    Michael Cordray
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Jessica Dillard

    Save 1900 Realty, LLC

    (409) 939-3031

    9 in this area

    54 Total Sales

    Jessica Dillard
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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Non Member

    Non Member

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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 47069018

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 5478-0000-0005-000

Texas Galveston County Galveston 77550 East End Historic District

1509 Mechanic St, Galveston, TX

This home is located at 1509 Mechanic St, Galveston, TX 77550 since 13 March 2021 and is currently estimated at $546,144, approximately $260 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 1509 Mechanic St is a home located in Galveston County with nearby schools including Morgan Elementary Magnet School, Burnet STREAM Magnet School, and Parker Elementary School.

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