NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5718 Lafitte Ave Galveston, TX 77551

Bayou Shores Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $286,702 - $307,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,334 Sq Ft
$224/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 18, 2020

Current estimated payment $2,065/month

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Oppe Elementary School Rated A-
  • Granite Countertops
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

As of December 2020

Room Sizes Approximate. "Bare Bones" Rehab in 2015-Electrical, Plumbing, Double-Insulated Hurricane Windows, Roof & Siding. Spacious Open Floor Plan W/Archways Feature; Nicely Updated W/Granite Counters in Kitchen; SS Appliances-Dishwasher, Fridge, Built-In Microwave & Great Gas Stove. Tile Flooring in Entry, Kitchen, Hallway & Baths; Laminate in Living Area, Dining Room & Primary Bedroom; Carpet in Two Bedrooms; Laundry Alcove in Kitchen; Breakfast Bar; Interior Blinds Through-Out; Tankless Water Heater; HE A/C Unit; Ceiling Fans; Covered Porch at Front Entry plus Open Porch at Back Entry; Off-Street Parking.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Iva Davis

CBVR Property MGT License #0387668 Listed on: 10/18/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Roger Sturgell

Connect Realty.com License #0293161

Connect Realty.com

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,433

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

Lot Details

  • 6,125

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Composition Roof
  • Cement Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,334 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer and Electric Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • 6,125 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • Gore & Wedge Special Sub Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,433

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Directions: I-45S to Galveston; Turn Right off Broadway at 57th St.; Turn Right at Lafitte Avenue; House on the Right.
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Subdivision Name: Gore & Wedge Special Sub
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: HVAC, Water Heater
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Living Area: 1334.0
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Appraiser

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Subdivision
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Cement Siding
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway

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: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

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

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2024
Sold by
Arauz Denis E
Bought by
De Arauz Revocable Living Trust and Arauz
Current Estimated Value
$298,176

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2020
Closed on
Dec 18, 2020
Sold by
Arauz Denis E
Bought by
Vinson Danny Glynn and Vinson Barbara Kay
Seller's Agent
Iva Davis
CBVR Property MGT
Buyer's Agent
Roger Sturgell
Connect Realty.com
List Price
$225,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.45%
Original Mortgage
$166,500
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 11, 2013
Sold by
Liu Jian
Bought by
Arauz Denis E

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2013
Closed on
Apr 16, 2013
Sold by
Cruz Julie Ann
Bought by
Liu Jian
Buyer's Agent
Mary Ellis
Galveston Island Real Estate, Llc
List Price
$47,500

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 1997
Sold by
Cruz Alejandro
Bought by
Cruz Julie Ann
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
De Arauz Revocable Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Vinson Danny Glynn -- Stewart Title
Arauz Denis E -- Stewart Title
Liu Jian -- Southland Title Llc
Cruz Julie Ann -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Vinson Danny Glynn $166,500
Previous Owner Arauz Denis E $123,200
Previous Owner Cruz Julie Ann $103,189
Previous Owner Cruz Julie Ann $71,949
Previous Owner Cruz Julie A $50,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/18/2020 12/18/20 Sold -- -- --
11/18/2020 11/18/20 Pending -- -- --
10/18/2020 10/18/20 For Sale $225,000 +373.7% $169 / Sq Ft
04/17/2013 04/17/13 Sold -- -- --
04/09/2013 04/09/13 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2013 04/08/13 For Sale $47,500 -- $36 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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
2025 $5,433 $246,560 $96,840 $149,720
2024 $5,433 $313,920 $96,840 $217,080
2023 $5,433 $300,820 $75,030 $225,790
2022 $4,544 $225,370 $75,030 $150,340
2021 $4,731 $209,140 $75,030 $134,110
2020 $5,140 $214,474 $10,110 $204,364
2019 $2,947 $119,520 $10,110 $109,410
2018 $2,958 $119,530 $10,110 $109,420
2017 $3,178 $130,000 $10,110 $119,890
2016 $2,547 $104,160 $10,110 $94,050
2015 $1,138 $45,960 $10,110 $35,850
2014 $1,152 $45,960 $10,110 $35,850
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Iva Davis

    CBVR Property MGT

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  • Roger Sturgell

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Roger Sturgell

    Connect Realty.com

    (512) 626-1143

    3 in this area

    33 Total Sales

    Roger Sturgell
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    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Mary Ellis

    Galveston Island Real Estate, Llc

    21 Total Sales

    Mary Ellis
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Map

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 47385639

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 3670-0000-0004-000

Texas Galveston County Galveston 77551 Bayou Shores

5718 Lafitte Ave, Galveston, TX

This home is located at 5718 Lafitte Ave, Galveston, TX 77551 since 18 October 2020 and is currently estimated at $298,176, approximately $223 per square foot. This property was built in 1965. 5718 Lafitte Ave is a home located in Galveston County with nearby schools including Burnet STREAM Magnet School, Parker Elementary School, and Morgan Elementary Magnet School.

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