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Seller's Agent in 2020
Sean Cerelli
Sean Cerelli, Broker
19 Total Sales
223 Seashell Dr Surfside Beach, TX 77541
Estimated Value: $245,000 - $366,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
736
Sq Ft
$417/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach Front
- Corner Lot
- 1-Story Property
- Traditional Architecture
- Balcony
- Central Heating and Cooling System
About This Home
As of April 2020Great beach-side cottage in Surfside Beach. Located less than a block from the pedestrian beach. The deck offers great views of the Gulf of Mexico. Inside is open concept living/dining room. There are two bedroom and one bathroom. Plenty of windows to let in natural light. The back bedroom has a Murphy bed and a patio door to the outside deck. Storage shed and enclosed patio below the house. All furniture and appliances included in the sale. Would make a great rental property, vacation home or permanent residence. Come book your appointment today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sean Cerelli, Broker License #0647120 Listed on: 02/24/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,605
Year Built
- Built in 1945
Lot Details
- 6,007 Sq Ft Lot
- Beach Front
- Corner Lot
Property Views
- Beach
- Gulf
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 736 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Laminate Flooring
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Shower Only
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Fleming Elementary School
- Freeport Intermediate School
- Brazosport High School
Additional Features
- Balcony
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Surfside Townsite Sec 4 Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 24, 2020
Closed on
Apr 3, 2020
Sold by
Kinsey Elsa Cristina and Kinsey Elsa C
Bought by
Hickok James
Seller's Agent
Sean Cerelli
Sean Cerelli, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Grace Reutzel
Land Shore Realty Group
List Price
$200,000
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.25%
Original Mortgage
$175,500
Outstanding Balance
$154,795
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$152,117
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 14, 2019
Sold by
Kinsey Elsa Cristina and Estate Of Charles Alan Kinsey
Bought by
Kinsey Elsa Cristina
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 2004
Sold by
Smith Bernard Lee and Smith Kellie
Bought by
Kinsey Charles A and Kinsey Elsa C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$76,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 1, 2002
Sold by
Cone Stephen C
Bought by
Smith Bernard Lee and Smith Kellie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,050
Interest Rate
6.26%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 2001
Sold by
Pannell Ronald J
Bought by
Cone Stephen C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$48,500
Interest Rate
7.04%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 13, 1998
Sold by
Jones Barbara
Bought by
Pannell Ronald J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$18,330
Interest Rate
6.92%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hickok James | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Kinsey Elsa Cristina | -- | None Available | |
| Kinsey Charles A | -- | American Title Co | |
| Smith Bernard Lee | -- | American Title Co | |
| Cone Stephen C | -- | American Title Co | |
| Pannell Ronald J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Hickok James | $175,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Kinsey Charles A | $76,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Bernard Lee | $75,050 | |
| Previous Owner | Cone Stephen C | $48,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Pannell Ronald J | $18,330 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2025 03/05/25 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2020 04/03/20 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/04/2020 03/04/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/24/2020 02/24/20 | For Sale | $200,000 | -- | $272 / 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 | $2,931 | $267,989 | $153,200 | $238,490 |
| 2023 | $2,931 | $221,478 | $162,220 | $208,270 |
| 2022 | $4,438 | $201,344 | $117,160 | $201,540 |
| 2021 | $4,255 | $183,040 | $83,810 | $99,230 |
| 2020 | $3,863 | $162,370 | $83,810 | $78,560 |
| 2019 | $3,735 | $151,510 | $73,000 | $78,510 |
| 2018 | $3,401 | $136,930 | $62,180 | $74,750 |
| 2017 | $3,408 | $136,930 | $62,180 | $74,750 |
| 2016 | $3,408 | $136,930 | $62,180 | $74,750 |
| 2014 | $3,225 | $125,220 | $54,070 | $71,150 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sean Cerelli
-
Grace Reutzel
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Grace Reutzel
Land Shore Realty Group
(979) 299-0669
143 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 4237270
APN: 7879-0007-000
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