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1516 Ball

Galveston, TX 77550
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5 Bedroom(s)
4 Full & 1 Half Bath(s)
3,341 Sqft
5,140 Lot Sqft
Single-Family

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Description

Designed by architect C.W. Bulger and built in 1897 for William F. Beers, this iconic Queen Anne home blends historic charm with modern updates. Expanded in 1917 with the grand front porch, spacious upstairs bath, and current kitchen, the home features soaring ceilings, 7-foot windows, original hardwood floors, beautiful millwork, period fixtures, and a grand foyer with wet bar and staircase. Formal living and dining rooms offer natural light and three mock fireplaces. The updated kitchen includes soapstone countertops, farmhouse sink, oversized island, breakfast bar, and custom cabinetry. The spacious primary suite features a bright adjoining sunroom ideal for a future oversized walk-in closet. Third-floor flex space is perfect for a game room, bunk room, or guest retreat. Zoned HVAC, updated carriage house with workshop, fenced yard, mature landscaping, alley access, offered fully furnished, and prime Historic District location.

MLS#
94010499
List Price
$919,000 ($275/Sqft.)
Listing Status
For Sale
Address
1516 Ball
City
Galveston
State
TX
Zip Code
77550
County
Galveston County
Legal Description
ABST 628 M B MENARD SUR LOT 11 BLK 315 GALVESTON
Property Type
Single-Family
Bedroom
5 Bedroom(s)
Bath
4 Full & 1 Half Bath(s)
Stories
2.5
Building Size
3,341 Sqft/Appraisal District
Architecture Style
Victorian
Year Built
1897 /Appraisal District
Lot Size
5,140 Sqft/Appraisal District
Key Map©
775N
Market Area

Rooms

Living
19 x 15, 1st
Den
17 x 11, 2nd
Dining
16 x 15, 1st
Kitchen
16 x 13, 1st
Primary Bedroom
20 x 15, 2nd
Bedroom
15 x 15, 2nd
Bedroom
16 x 16, 2nd
Bedroom
16 x 15, 2nd
Bedroom
21 x 15, 3rd

Exterior

Roof
Other
Foundation
Block & Beam
Private Pool
No
Exterior Type
Wood
Lot Description
Subdivision Lot
Garage Carport
Workshop
Water Sewer
Public Sewer, Public Water
Garage Apartment
Yes
Exterior
Back Yard, Back Yard Fenced, Covered Patio/Deck, Detached Gar Apt /Quarters, Fully Fenced, Patio/Deck, Porch, Sprinkler System, Workshop

Extra details you may need to know

Dwelling Type
Historic
HOA Mandatory
No
List Type
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease

Financial information

Financing Considered
Cash Sale, Conventional, FHA, VA
Other Fees
No
Maintenance Fee
No
Taxes w/o Exemp
$12,892/2025
Tax Rate
1.719

Interior

Fireplace
3/Mock Fireplace
Countertop
Soapstone
Floors
Tile, Wood
Bathroom Description
Primary Bath: Tub/Shower Combo
Bedroom Description
All Bedrooms Up,Sitting Area
Kitchen Description
Breakfast Bar,Island w/ Cooktop,Pots/Pans Drawers
Room Description
Den, Formal Dining, Formal Living, Gameroom Up, Garage Apartment, Guest Suite, Quarters/Guest House, Sun Room, Utility Room in House
Cooling
Central Electric, Zoned
Heating
Central Gas, Zoned
Connections
Electric Dryer Connections, Gas Dryer Connections
Compactor
No
Dishwasher
Yes
Disposal
Yes
Microwave
Yes
Oven
Convection Oven, Gas Oven
Range
Gas Range
Energy Feature
Ceiling Fans, Digital Program Thermostat, Insulation - Other
Interior
Alarm System - Owned, Dryer Included, High Ceiling, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included, Window Coverings

Lot Information

Lot Size
5,140 Sqft. /Appraisal District
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