EXPERIENCE THE ULTIMATE ISLAND LIFESTYLE! This impeccably remodeled Midtown retreat offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and modern convenience. Featuring a classic covered front porch and a bright, open-concept floor plan, this 2-bedroom home is designed for seamless island living. The kitchen is a showstopper with sleek granite countertops and stainless appliances, ready for immediate enjoyment. The versatility of this property is unmatched—perfect as a high-performing Airbnb or an affordable primary residence just minutes from the Seawall, grocery stores, and Galveston’s best dining. Beyond the interior lies a sprawling backyard oasis and a secure gated driveway leading to a detached one-car garage. Whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or a permanent vacation, this turn-key home is the island opportunity you’ve been waiting for!
For sale
$229,000
5721 Sylvia Dr, Galveston, TX 77551
2beds
728sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
4,138 Square Feet Lot
$216,200 Zestimate®
$315/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached one-car garageBright open-concept floor planSprawling backyard oasisStainless appliancesSecure gated drivewayClassic covered front porchImpeccably remodeled midtown retreat
- 164 days |
- 176 |
- 16 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Clarissa Woodward TREC #0715907 409-877-3916,
Keller Williams Memorial
Source: HAR,MLS#: 34146367
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 728
- Total interior livable area: 728 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 4,138 Square Feet
- Features: Subdivided, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 106000000006000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Al West Sub
Location
- Region: Galveston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $315/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $243,100
- Annual tax amount: $4,338
- Date on market: 3/13/2026
- Ownership: Full Ownership
Estimated market value
$216,200
$205,000 - $227,000
$1,727/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/2/2026 | Listing removed | $1,700$2/sqft |
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| 4/23/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,700+3%$2/sqft |
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| 2/17/2026 | Price change | $229,000-8.4%$315/sqft |
Source:  HAR #16200760 Report a problem | ||
| 12/20/2025 | Price change | $250,000+11.1%$343/sqft |
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| 12/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $225,000-4.3%$309/sqft |
Source: HAR #1094690 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2024 | Listing removed | $235,000$323/sqft |
Source: HAR #58224837 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $235,000-2.1%$323/sqft |
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| 12/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: HAR #18693089 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: HAR #62718809 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2023 | Price change | $240,000-4%$330/sqft |
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| 10/17/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,650$2/sqft |
Source: HAR #62718809 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2023 | Listed for sale | $250,000+31.6%$343/sqft |
Source: HAR #72492091 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/3/2021 | Pending sale | $189,900$261/sqft |
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| 1/20/2021 | Listed for sale | $189,900$261/sqft |
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| 1/20/2021 | Pending sale | $189,900$261/sqft |
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| 1/19/2021 | Listed for sale | $189,900$261/sqft |
Source: HAR #63333704 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2021 | Pending sale | $189,900$261/sqft |
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| 12/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $189,900+108.7%$261/sqft |
Source: Kevin Riles Commercial #63333704 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2017 | Listing removed | $91,000$125/sqft |
Source: Comiskey Realty #65450644 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2017 | Pending sale | $91,000$125/sqft |
Source: Comiskey Realty #65450644 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $91,000+40%$125/sqft |
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| 1/1/2015 | Listing removed | $65,000$89/sqft |
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| 6/17/2014 | Listed for sale | $65,000+4%$89/sqft |
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| 7/3/2010 | Listing removed | $62,500$86/sqft |
Source: Ryson Real Estate #93191230 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2010 | Sold | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,179 +14.8% | $243,100 +15.6% |
| 2024 | $3,639 +18.8% | $210,276 +20% |
| 2023 | $3,062 -16.8% | $175,230 -4% |
| 2022 | $3,680 +101.9% | $182,510 +107% |
| 2021 | $1,822 +81.8% | $88,190 +99% |
| 2020 | $1,002 -10.5% | $44,320 -1.7% |
| 2019 | $1,121 -1.1% | $45,070 -0.8% |
| 2018 | $1,133 | $45,440 -0.8% |
| 2017 | $1,133 +1.2% | $45,800 0% |
| 2016 | $1,120 0% | $45,810 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $1,120 -1.3% | $45,260 |
| 2014 | $1,135 | $45,260 |
| 2013 | -- | $45,260 |
| 2012 | -- | $45,260 |
| 2011 | -- | $45,260 +18.9% |
| 2010 | -- | $38,070 +28.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $29,540 -32.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $43,778 +0.8% |
| 2007 | -- | $43,416 -2.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $44,590 +35.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $32,890 |
| 2004 | -- | $32,890 +7.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $30,670 |
| 2002 | -- | $30,670 |
| 2001 | -- | $30,670 |
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Neighborhood: 77551
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Burnet Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10AIM College & Career PrepGrades: 8-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Parker Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Gisd Open Enroll
- Middle: Gisd Open Enroll
- High: Ball High School
Source: HAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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