$249,000

Estimated payment $2,138/month

Total Views 82
1 Bed
1 Bath
640 Sq Ft
$389 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Beach Front
  • Community Pool
  • Oppe Elementary School Rated A-
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

About This Home

Coastal living with stunning Gulf views from this 4th-floor unit at By the Sea Condos! Enjoy sunrises and sunsets from your private balcony. Short-term rentals are allowed, making this a great option for a vacation home or income-producing property. The building features a pool, tennis courts, BBQ/picnic area, party room, meeting space, pet area, central laundry, and plenty of parking. A private storage unit on the first floor is included for beach gear. Recent building renovations include fresh paint, new sheetrock, and updated flooring throughout. Located directly across from Babe’s Beach and minutes to Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens, Schlitterbahn, The Strand, restaurants, shopping, and more!

Listing Agent

Thomas Joseph

Sierra Vista Realty LLC License #0828976 Listed on: 09/30/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,266

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • East Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $462 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Views to the East

Home Design

  • Entry on the 4th floor
  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 640 Sq Ft Home
  • Insulated Doors
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Additional Parking
  • Unassigned Parking
  • Controlled Entrance

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Doors
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor Storage

Schools

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

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Programmable Thermostat

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area insurance, clubhouse, cable TV, ground maintenance, maintenance structure, recreation facilities, sewer, trash, water
  • By The Sea Council Of Owners Association
  • By The Sea Condos
  • By The Sea Condo Subdivision

Amenities

  • Doorman

Recreation

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,266

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$462 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Concrete
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Subdivision Name: By The Sea Condo
  • Architectural Style: High Rise
  • Entry Level: 4
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Doors, Thermostat
  • Structure Type: High Rise
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen/Dining Combo, Programmable Thermostat
  • Living Area: 640.0
  • Dining Room Type: Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Lot Features: Views, Waterfront
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: East, Beach, Gulf, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Beach Front, Waterfront
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Concrete
  • Direction Faces: East
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Terrace

Garage/Parking

  • Park Building Name: BY THE SEA
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Controlled Entrance, Unassigned
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1.0

Utilities

  • Security: Door Man
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Community Pool
  • Association Fee: 462.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: By the Sea Council of Owners

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Insurance, Clubhouse, Cable TV, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Recreation Facilities, Sewer, Trash, Water

Schools

  • Elementary School: GISD OPEN ENROLL
  • Junior High Dist: 22 - Galveston
  • High School: BALL HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: GISD OPEN ENROLL

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4266.0

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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
2025 $4,837 $246,520 $6,450 $240,070
2024 $4,837 $279,480 $6,450 $273,030
2023 $4,837 $249,150 $6,450 $242,700
2022 $3,268 $162,110 $6,450 $155,660
2021 $3,667 $162,110 $6,450 $155,660
2020 $3,512 $146,540 $6,450 $140,090
2019 $3,064 $124,230 $6,450 $117,780
2018 $2,829 $114,310 $6,450 $107,860
2017 $2,795 $114,310 $6,450 $107,860
2016 $2,523 $103,174 $6,454 $96,720
2015 $2,323 $93,864 $6,454 $87,410
2014 $2,742 $109,364 $6,454 $102,910
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/30/2025 09/30/25 For Sale $249,000 -0.4% $389 / Sq Ft
07/26/2022 07/26/22 Off Market -- -- --
07/22/2022 07/22/22 Sold -- -- --
06/27/2022 06/27/22 Pending -- -- --
06/25/2022 06/25/22 For Sale $249,900 -- $390 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- South Land Title Company
Vendors Lien -- Stewart Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $198,750 New Conventional
Previous Owner $130,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 38161371

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 2114-0000-0409-000