$425,000

3229 Castle Dr Bolivar Peninsula, TX 77650

Crystal Beach Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,995/month

Total Views 912
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,426 Sq Ft
$298 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Community Beach Access
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Oppe Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

About This Home

Charming 3-Bedroom Beach Home – Furnished & Move-In Ready! Welcome to your peaceful paradise by the Gulf! This beautifully maintained three-bedroom home is nestled in a highly sought-after neighborhood and comes fully furnished—ready for you to move in and start enjoying coastal living right away. It is currently used as a vacation rental & the home exudes pride of ownership. Inside, you'll find a well-designed family floor plan featuring high triple tray ceilings, a cozy bunk room, and spacious living areas perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Step outside to a partially covered deck ideal for morning coffee or sunset cocktails. The ground level boasts built-in picnic tables, a sand shower, and plenty of space for gatherings. A 2-car garage adds convenience and storage, while a private golf cart path over the dunes offers easy access to the beach. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a serene getaway, this property has everything you need to enjoy life at the beach.

Listing Agent

Wendy Dozier

RE/MAX On The Water -Bolivar License #0630272 Listed on: 05/19/2025

RE/MAX On The Water -Bolivar

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,625

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 10,597 Sq Ft Lot
  • Beach Front
  • South Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $13 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Porte-Cochere
  • Driveway
  • Additional Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Cement Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,426 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Utility Room
  • Beach Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Vinyl Plank
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Hurricane or Storm Shutters
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient HVAC

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

Overview

  • Sand Castle Beach 2 Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Beach Access

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,625

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$13 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Directions: Off of Hwy 87, turn into Sand Castle neighborhood on Sand Castle Dr. and turn left on Castle Dr. Home is on the left.
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2433
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Subdivision Name: Sand Castle Beach 2
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: HVAC
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Plank, Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Combo, Living/Dining Room
  • Living Area: 1426.0
  • Dining Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Utility Room
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Subdivision, Views
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Beach, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front
  • Construction Type: Cement Siding, Wood Siding
  • Direction Faces: South
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Covered Patio, Deck, Porch, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Balcony, Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Driveway, Garage, Porte-Cochere

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Beach Rights, Beach Access
  • Association Fee: 150.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other

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: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7625.0

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Source: Public Records

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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 $7,625 $562,320 $96,430 $465,890
2023 $7,625 $520,569 $30,558 $490,011
2022 $7,181 $445,660 $31,790 $413,870
2021 $4,972 $285,000 $31,790 $253,210
2020 $4,854 $261,497 $31,790 $229,707
2019 $4,651 $239,000 $31,790 $207,210
2018 $4,691 $239,700 $31,790 $207,910
2017 $4,890 $249,980 $31,790 $218,190
2016 $4,889 $249,950 $31,790 $218,160
2015 $4,024 $202,626 $31,790 $170,836
2014 $4,009 $198,290 $31,790 $166,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2025 05/19/25 For Sale $425,000 +2.4% $298 / Sq Ft
12/03/2021 12/03/21 Sold -- -- --
11/03/2021 11/03/21 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2021 08/02/21 For Sale $415,000 -- $291 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Vendors Lien -- Capital Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Vendors Lien -- Chicago Title Galveston
Vendors Lien -- Chicago Title Galveston
Warranty Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $319,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $154,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $130,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 74502943

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 6271-0003-0008-000