$329,000
$11K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $2,854/month

Total Views 4,163
2 Beds
2 Baths
875 Sq Ft
$376 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Community Beach Access
  • Clubhouse
  • Oppe Elementary School Rated A-
  • Beach View
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

Why wait for paradise when you can own it now? This fully furnished 7th-floor beachfront condo is your golden ticket to coastal living and cash flow. Whether you’re looking for your own seaside escape or a high-performing short-term rental, this gem delivers. Over $45k in gross rental income in 2023 alone and that’s with part-time rental marketing by the owner! You’ll even have the option to take over existing bookings, a well-established social media presence, and a database of past and current guests — all ready to go. Step onto your private balcony and soak in breathtaking Gulf views. Recent updates mean worry-free ownership. Refrigerator 2024, HVAC and ductwork 2022, Dishwasher 2022. Water heater 2020. Located just across the street from Babe’s Beach and walkable to Pleasure Pier! Plus, you're just minutes from Schlitterbahn, Moody Gardens, and the historic Strand district. This is more than a condo — it’s a lifestyle, an investment, and a front-row seat to the best of Galveston.

Listing Agent

Sharron Hensley

HomeSmart License #0571839 Listed on: 05/19/2025

HomeSmart

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,483

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

HOA Fees

  • $563 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 7th floor

Interior Spaces

  • 875 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Unassigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Schools

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

Additional Features

  • Home Has East or West Exposure
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area insurance, 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
  • Meeting Room
  • Party Room

Recreation

  • Community Beach Access

Pet Policy

  • The building has rules on how big a pet can be within a unit

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,483

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$563 per month

Listing Details

  • Directions: On I45 south take a right on the 61st street exit. Take a right on Sewall. Proceed to 7312 Seawall Blvd.
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Subdivision Name: By The Sea Condo
  • Architectural Style: High Rise
  • Entry Level: 7
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: High Rise
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Balcony, Elevator, Granite Counters, Ceiling Fan(s), Living/Dining Room
  • Living Area: 875.0
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Pool Features: Association
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Southern Exposure, Beach
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Tennis Court(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Terrace

Garage/Parking

  • Park Building Name: BY THE SEA
  • Parking Features: 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, Clubhouse, Curbs
  • Amenities: Beach Rights, Beach Access, Dog Park, Meeting/Banquet/Party Room, Party Room, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 563.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: By The Sea Council of Owners
  • Pets Allowed: Pet Restrictions

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Insurance, 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: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 6483.0

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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 $6,483 $359,570 $8,820 $350,750
2024 $6,483 $374,580 $8,820 $365,760
2023 $6,483 $342,434 $8,820 $333,614
2022 $4,687 $232,500 $8,820 $223,680
2021 $4,863 $215,000 $8,820 $206,180
2020 $4,905 $204,680 $8,820 $195,860
2019 $4,772 $193,500 $8,820 $184,680
2018 $4,403 $177,950 $8,820 $169,130
2017 $4,351 $177,950 $8,820 $169,130
2016 $3,667 $150,000 $8,820 $141,180
2015 $3,440 $145,880 $8,820 $137,060
2014 $3,059 $122,000 $8,820 $113,180
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/20/2025 08/20/25 Price Changed $329,000 +6.5% $376 / Sq Ft
08/19/2025 08/19/25 Price Changed $309,000 -6.1% $353 / Sq Ft
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Price Changed $329,000 -3.2% $376 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 For Sale $340,000 -- $389 / Sq Ft
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 37430199

Houston Association of REALTORS®

APN: 2114-0000-0707-000