Last list price
1516 Ball St Galveston, TX 77550
East End Historic District Neighborhood
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,593
Sq Ft
5,140
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Garage Apartment
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Wood Flooring
- Oppe Elementary School Rated A-
- Deck
- 3-minute walk to Darragh Park
About This Home
As of December 2020Showcased Historic 1897 Queen Anne home with extensive renovations taken down to the studs back in 2002-2005. Architect was C.W. Bulger. Built for and known as the William F. Beers Investment. Historic charm updates w/modern conveniences. High ceilings, 7 ft windows, original hardwoods, inviting grand foyer with wet bar that opens up to staircase, Spacious formal living and dining, 3 mock fireplaces, large front porch, period fixtures & hardware. Beautiful kitchen with soapstone counters, farmhouse sink, island w/breakfast bar. 3rd floor bedroom that would make great game room. Large Master en-suite has bonus sun room with wall to wall windows. Bathrooms with vintage tile. Zoned A/C, Updated carriage house w/workshop. Beautifully landscaped, matured trees, banana trees along w/fenced yard. 3 HVAC systems recently replaced, recently insulated floors hot water heater recently replaced. Alley has access for additional parking. Workshop could be converted to garage.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sand N Sea Properties, LLC License #0381272 Listed on: 09/19/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,101
Year Built
- Built in 1897
Lot Details
- 5,140 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Sprinkler System
- Historic Home
Parking
- Garage Apartment
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Block Foundation
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,593 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- 3 Fireplaces
- Decorative Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Game Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Utility Room
- Security System Owned
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- <<convectionOvenToken>>
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- <<microwave>>
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Pots and Pans Drawers
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Maid or Guest Quarters
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Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
- Energy-Efficient Thermostat
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered patio or porch
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
Schools
- Gisd Open Enroll Elementary And Middle School
- Ball High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Programmable Thermostat
Community Details
- Galveston Townsite Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 19, 2020
Closed on
Dec 14, 2020
Sold by
Davis Douglas R and Littman Rachel J
Bought by
Malish Anton Christopher and Malish Rachel Allison
Seller's Agent
Pamela Gabriel
Sand N Sea Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Caroline Spagnola
RE/MAX Leading Edge
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$665,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-4.86%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$112,887
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.48%
Original Mortgage
$510,400
Outstanding Balance
$457,537
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$320,350
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 5, 2018
Sold by
Gallegos Gabriel and Gallegos Taylor
Bought by
Davis Douglas R and Littman Rachel J
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 23, 2016
Closed on
Dec 5, 2016
Sold by
Mefferd Jonathan and Mefferd Tysh L
Bought by
Gallegos Gabriel and Gallegos Taylor
Seller's Agent
Pamela Gabriel
Sand `n Sea Properties
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non Member
List Price
$630,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,500
Interest Rate
2.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 23, 2014
Closed on
Feb 17, 2015
Sold by
Miller Guy Daniel and Miller Jayne Ellen
Bought by
Mefferd Tysh Lynn and Mefferd Jonathan
Buyer's Agent
Pamela Gabriel
Sand `n Sea Properties
List Price
$479,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$179,000
Interest Rate
3.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 2012
Sold by
Heyland James
Bought by
Miller Guy Daniel and Miller Jayne Ellen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$416,550
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 12, 2002
Sold by
Truxillo Bart J
Bought by
Heyland James
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
6.41%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendors Lien | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Great American Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $417,000 | Stewart Title | |
| Vendors Lien | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Vendors Lien | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $510,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $84,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $179,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $416,550 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | Seller Take Back |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2020 12/16/20 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/16/2020 11/16/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/19/2020 09/19/20 | For Sale | $699,000 | +11.0% | $195 / Sq Ft |
| 12/05/2016 12/05/16 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/05/2016 11/05/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2016 10/23/16 | For Sale | $630,000 | +31.5% | $175 / Sq Ft |
| 02/20/2015 02/20/15 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/21/2015 01/21/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2014 10/23/14 | For Sale | $479,000 | -- | $133 / Sq Ft |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $10,817 | $625,000 | $189,970 | $435,030 |
| 2023 | $10,817 | $625,000 | $21,970 | $603,030 |
| 2022 | $13,407 | $665,000 | $21,970 | $643,030 |
| 2021 | $15,042 | $665,000 | $21,970 | $643,030 |
| 2020 | $13,101 | $546,650 | $21,970 | $524,680 |
| 2019 | $13,480 | $546,650 | $21,970 | $524,680 |
| 2018 | $11,259 | $455,000 | $21,970 | $433,030 |
| 2017 | $11,124 | $455,000 | $21,970 | $433,030 |
| 2016 | $11,247 | $460,000 | $21,970 | $438,030 |
| 2015 | $8,694 | $459,990 | $19,530 | $440,460 |
| 2014 | $8,099 | $390,880 | $19,530 | $371,350 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Pamela Gabriel
P
Seller's Agent in 2020
Pamela Gabriel
Sand N Sea Properties, LLC
(409) 789-4990
3 in this area
76 Total Sales
-
Caroline Spagnola
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Caroline Spagnola
RE/MAX Leading Edge
(409) 771-2859
9 in this area
120 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Non Member
Non Member
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 39169993
APN: 3505-0315-0011-000
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