S
Seller's Agent in 2021
Sue Johnson
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Galveston
914 Post Office St Unit OFC Galveston, TX 77550
Estimated Value: $444,000 - $484,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,900
Sq Ft
$245/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Traditional Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Oppe Elementary School Rated A-
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Sun or Florida Room
About This Home
As of June 2021Rich in history & perfectly located between the beach and UTMB, "The Olive Cottage" as known throughout Galveston is one of the few homes that survived the 1900 storm & was presented on the 2004 GHF Historical Homes Tour, receiving a plaque that now overlooks the front porch. This 3 bed 2 bath home is a wonderful blend of history & modern convenience, the large crafted kitchen has walls of cabinets, stainless steel appliances & granite countertops. While the master bath has a beautiful claw foot tub with a separate shower that is shared with the guest room. Upstairs the 3rd bedroom is fully carpeted & holds two built in twin beds with plenty of storage. Enjoy your afternoons in the 350 sq. ft. sunroom that overlooks the tranquility garden with a stunning brick fireplace and wooden pergola that allows for additional outdoor space & entertaining. Privacy fence and secure rod iron gates lead to the tandem parking.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sue Johnson
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Galveston License #0172481 Listed on: 05/06/2021
Last Buyer's Agent
Jose Hernandez
Walzel Properties - Corporate Office License #0728750
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,827
Year Built
- Built in 1879
Lot Details
- 5,100 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 42x121
- Back Yard Fenced
- Sprinkler System
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,900 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Shower Only
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Detached Carport Space
- Tandem Garage
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Outdoor Fireplace
Schools
- Gisd Open Enroll Elementary And Middle School
- Ball High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Galveston Townsite Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 6, 2021
Closed on
Jun 7, 2021
Sold by
Yates Phillip Martin and Estate Of Mary Ajne Yates
Bought by
Lopez Julian Esteban Quiceno and Lopez Del Bosque
Seller's Agent
Sue Johnson
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene - Galveston
Buyer's Agent
Jose Hernandez
Walzel Properties - Corporate Office
List Price
$399,000
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
4.74%
Original Mortgage
$368,000
Outstanding Balance
$333,178
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$132,486
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 28, 2005
Sold by
Gonzalez Alejandro and Gonzalez Kim A
Bought by
Yates Phillip Martin and Yates Mary Jane
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 22, 1998
Sold by
Brelsford Barry Robert
Bought by
Gonzalez Alejandro and Gonzalez Kim A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$54,450
Interest Rate
7.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lopez Julian Esteban Quiceno | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Yates Phillip Martin | -- | Stewart Title Company | |
| Gonzalez Alejandro | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lopez Julian Esteban Quiceno | $368,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gonzalez Alejandro | $54,450 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/07/2021 06/07/21 | Sold | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/08/2021 05/08/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/06/2021 05/06/21 | For Sale | $399,000 | -- | $210 / Sq Ft |
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,714 | $362,218 | -- | -- |
| 2024 | $3,714 | $329,289 | -- | -- |
| 2023 | $3,714 | $299,354 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $5,487 | $272,140 | $18,930 | $253,210 |
| 2021 | $4,210 | $233,090 | $18,930 | $214,160 |
| 2020 | $4,055 | $169,190 | $18,930 | $150,260 |
| 2019 | $4,412 | $189,030 | $18,930 | $170,100 |
| 2018 | $4,025 | $177,760 | $18,930 | $158,830 |
| 2017 | $3,615 | $179,690 | $18,930 | $160,760 |
| 2016 | $3,287 | $180,000 | $18,930 | $161,070 |
| 2015 | $1,237 | $171,700 | $16,830 | $154,870 |
| 2014 | $1,340 | $101,000 | $16,830 | $84,170 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Jose Hernandez
Walzel Properties - Corporate Office
Map
Source: Houston Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 70724940
APN: 3505-0489-0011-001
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Copyright 2025, Houston REALTORS® Information Service, Inc.
The information provided is exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Nearby Homes
- 914 Post Office St
- 914 Postoffice St
- 910 Post Office St
- 928 Post Office St Unit 2
- 928 Post Office St Unit 10
- 928 Post Office St Unit 4
- 928 Post Office St Unit 12
- 928 Post Office St Unit 3
- 928 Post Office St Unit 6
- 928 Post Office St Unit 9
- 928 Post Office St Unit 13
- 928 Post Office St
- 928 Post Office St Unit 5
- 928 Postoffice St Unit 3
- 928 Postoffice St Unit 6
- 928 Postoffice St Unit 7
- 928 Postoffice St Unit 2
- 928 Postoffice St Unit 8
- 928 Postoffice St Unit 14
- 902 Postoffice St