Seller's Agent in 2023
Cathy Carter
Carter Signature Properties
(972) 358-6420
147 Total Sales
503 Seashell Dr Freeport, TX 77541
Estimated Value: $416,000 - $434,976
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,200
Sq Ft
$354/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Beach Front
- Traditional Architecture
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- 3 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of September 2023Great beach views from your huge deck! This lovely home is less than a block away from the pedestrian only beach in Surfside. You will have an ocean view from most rooms in the house. Open concept living, dining, and kitchen. Three bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with an in-house utility room. French doors let in plenty of natural light. The spacious deck has plenty of room to set up lounge chairs, barbecue or host parties. Central heat and air with ceiling fans. The louvered garage has enough space for 3 cars. Back yard is fenced. Would make a great vacation rental, weekend getaway property, or permanent residence. Come book your appointment today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Carter Signature Properties License #0692203 Listed on: 05/18/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,178
Year Built
- Built in 1965
Lot Details
- 7,309 Sq Ft Lot
- Beach Front
- South Facing Home
Parking
- 3 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
- Additional Parking
Property Views
- Beach
- Gulf
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,200 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Treatments
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Electric Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Velasco Elementary School
- Freeport Intermediate School
- Brazosport High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Powered By Gas
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Surfside Townsite Subdivision
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 18, 2023
Closed on
Sep 22, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Cathy Carter
Carter Signature Properties
Buyer's Agent
Gail Robinson
Coldwell Banker Ultimate
List Price
$474,900
Views
205
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
-2.02%
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Outstanding Balance
$352,605
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$72,389
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 2, 2020
Closed on
Apr 2, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sean Cerelli
Sean Cerelli, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Stephanie Hermis
RE/MAX 1st Team
List Price
$279,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.46%
Original Mortgage
$261,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Great American Title | ||
| -- | Stewart Title Brazori | ||
| -- | Startex Title Company Llc | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $360,000 | ||
| Closed | $261,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Off Market | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/23/2023 09/23/23 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/25/2023 08/25/23 | For Sale | $474,900 | 0.0% | $396 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/10/2023 08/10/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/19/2023 05/19/23 | For Sale | $474,900 | +70.2% | $396 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/02/2020 04/02/20 | Sold | -- | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 03/03/2020 03/03/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/02/2020 03/02/20 | For Sale | $279,000 | -- | $233 / Sq Ft |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 | $8,791 | $430,310 | $186,350 | $243,960 |
| 2023 | $8,791 | $398,840 | $131,540 | $267,300 |
| 2022 | $10,178 | $461,730 | $171,010 | $290,720 |
| 2021 | $6,478 | $278,650 | $101,950 | $176,700 |
| 2020 | $6,480 | $273,270 | $101,950 | $171,320 |
| 2019 | $6,104 | $247,600 | $88,790 | $158,810 |
| 2018 | $5,634 | $226,860 | $75,640 | $151,220 |
| 2017 | $5,646 | $226,860 | $75,640 | $151,220 |
| 2016 | $4,852 | $194,950 | $75,640 | $119,310 |
| 2015 | $3,374 | $173,440 | $65,770 | $107,670 |
| 2014 | $3,374 | $130,990 | $65,770 | $65,220 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Cathy Carter
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Gail Robinson
G
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Gail Robinson
Coldwell Banker Ultimate
(979) 235-7573
97 Total Sales
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Sean Cerelli
S
Seller's Agent in 2020
Sean Cerelli
Sean Cerelli, Broker
16 Total Sales
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Stephanie Hermis
S
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Stephanie Hermis
RE/MAX
(979) 732-0627
17 Total Sales
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 56686420
APN: 7878-0118-000
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