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General Description
minimizeCirca 1859 George Washington Grover House. Stunning pre-Civil War home with grandeur throughout. Purportedly hit by a cannon ball ,it is a survivor of the Battle of Galveston, January 1, 1863. Much architectural detailing throughout the house. There is a large landscaped side garden on the west side and a beautiful side walkway greenspace on the east side of the house. Three bedrooms and large sitting room upstairs and there is a first floor bedroom with ensuite bath. Full kitchen with duel fuel range, extra oven & 2 dishwashers. Laundry on second floor and there is an elevator. Third floor room (21x18) has a ladder to the widow's walk typical of this era of large homes. Inspection report online from the Estate selling the property. Exempt items to be removed after funding. No furniture remains. Please review inspection report before showings are set. House is documented in the Historic American Buildings Survey. Agents: Please review Agent Remarks before setting appointment.
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BHGRE Gary GreeneProperty Tax
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Cost/sqft based on Market Value
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $191.75 | $871,500 | 46.35% | $655,050 | 10.00% |
| 2022 | $131.02 | $595,500 | -11.24% | $595,500 | -11.24% |
| 2021 | $147.61 | $670,900 | 26.62% | $670,900 | 26.62% |
| 2020 | $116.58 | $529,850 | -2.78% | $529,850 | -2.78% |
| 2019 | $119.92 | $545,020 | 1.07% | $545,020 | 3.42% |
| 2018 | $118.64 | $539,240 | -2.56% | $527,003 | 10.00% |
| 2017 | $121.76 | $553,380 | 0.00% | $479,094 | 10.00% |
| 2016 | $121.76 | $553,380 | 12.33% | $435,540 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $108.39 | $492,630 | 12.50% | $395,945 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $96.35 | $437,910 | 33.82% | $359,950 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $72.00 | $327,227 | 10.00% | $327,227 | 10.00% |
| 2012 | $65.45 | $297,479 | $297,479 |
2023 Galveston County Appraisal District Tax Value
| Market Land Value: | $44,140 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $827,360 |
| Total Market Value: | $871,500 |
2023 Tax Rates
| GALVESTON COUNTY: | 0.3676 % |
| GALVASTON COLLEGE: | 0.1320 % |
| NAVIGATION DIST 01: | 0.0285 % |
| COUNTY ROAD/FLOOD: | 0.0084 % |
| GALVASTON ISD: | 1.0350 % |
| GALVESTON CITY: | 0.4445 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.0161 % |
Estimated Mortgage/Tax
minimize| Estimated Monthly Principal & Interest (Based on the calculation below) | $ 2,234 |
| Estimated Monthly Property Tax (Based on Tax Assessment 2023) | $ 1,101 |
| Home Owners Insurance | Get a Quote |
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Schools
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minimize1520 Market Street Galveston TX 77550 was recently sold. It is a 0.26 Acre(s) Lot, 4,545 SQFT, 4 Beds, 4 Full Bath(s) & 1 Half Bath(s) in Galveston Townsite.
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