Seller's Agent in 2025
Charles Blakely
eXp Realty LLC
(409) 465-9900
6 in this area
44 Total Sales
Last list price
1615 Ball St Galveston, TX 77550
East End Historic District Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,991
Sq Ft
5,140
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Garage Apartment
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Victorian Architecture
- Oppe Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Darragh Park
About This Home
As of July 2025Magnificent 1906 Victorian in Galveston’s Renowned East End Historic District – A Fantastic Investment Opportunity awaits! This stately home boasts incredible character and potential. Original features like hardwood floors, elegant pocket doors, solid wood doors, handcrafted staircase, and stained glass windows showcase the era’s timeless craftsmanship. Major projects are already complete, including a DECRA tile like roof and a newer Trane HVAC system. PEX plumbing tubing material come with the purchase. The property features lush landscaping with custom hand-laid brick pathways. A modern three-car garage with artisan shingles, Cement board siding, and 8-foot doors with easy large alley access. Above the garage, find an unfinished 2 bedroom apartment with high ceilings offers potential as a guest suite, rental, or home office. Full detailed blueprints for Garage and Apartment build are available. A rare opportunity to restore this timeless treasure and have an incredible investment.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
eXp Realty LLC License #0487574 Listed on: 10/25/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,514
Year Built
- Built in 1906
Lot Details
- 5,140 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced and Side Yard
- Historic Home
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Apartment
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
- Wood Siding
- Cement Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,991 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Formal Entry
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Schools
- Gisd Open Enroll Elementary And Middle School
- Ball High School
Additional Features
- Balcony
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Galveston Townsite Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 25, 2024
Closed on
Jul 23, 2025
Sold by
Embesi John A
Bought by
Reynolds Charles
Seller's Agent
Charles Blakely
eXp Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
Charles Blakely
eXp Realty LLC
List Price
$459,000
Views
148
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
810.61%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 12, 2018
Sold by
Embesi Katherine Lee
Bought by
Embesi John Anthony
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2001
Sold by
Blake Victoria D and Vermillion Don
Bought by
Collins Courtney
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$74,000
Interest Rate
6.41%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 15, 1997
Sold by
Wechsler Valerie Mrs and Farmer Rosalie
Bought by
Embesi John A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$63,000
Interest Rate
7.54%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Stewart Title Company | |
| Vendors Lien | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $220,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $82,800 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $74,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $63,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2025 07/23/25 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/02/2025 05/02/25 | Price Changed | $454,000 | -1.1% | $152 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2025 04/17/25 | For Sale | $459,000 | 0.0% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | Price Changed | $459,000 | -4.4% | $153 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2025 03/22/25 | Price Changed | $479,900 | -1.1% | $160 / Sq Ft |
| 01/29/2025 01/29/25 | Price Changed | $485,000 | -2.6% | $162 / Sq Ft |
| 11/22/2024 11/22/24 | Price Changed | $498,000 | -4.0% | $166 / Sq Ft |
| 11/14/2024 11/14/24 | Price Changed | $519,000 | -2.8% | $174 / Sq Ft |
| 11/06/2024 11/06/24 | Price Changed | $534,000 | -4.5% | $179 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2024 10/25/24 | For Sale | $559,000 | -- | $187 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,575 | $589,488 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $6,575 | $535,898 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $6,575 | $487,180 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $8,929 | $442,891 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $9,107 | $454,520 | $21,970 | $432,550 |
| 2020 | $8,772 | $411,630 | $21,970 | $389,660 |
| 2019 | $8,206 | $335,770 | $21,970 | $313,800 |
| 2018 | $7,486 | $330,530 | $21,970 | $308,560 |
| 2017 | $6,724 | $333,260 | $21,970 | $311,290 |
| 2016 | $6,112 | $250,000 | $21,970 | $228,030 |
| 2015 | $2,633 | $170,940 | $19,530 | $151,410 |
| 2014 | $2,518 | $121,970 | $19,530 | $102,440 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Charles Blakely
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 86132577
APN: 3505-0256-0004-000
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