The 1884 Capt. George Wilson home is true to form with the rooftop "widow's walk" offering panoramic view of the island. The home sits on the corner lot facing the lovely Adoue Park with fantastic wrap around porches on both levels. The home features original heart pine floors, mantles, woodwork, and incredible walk though windows across its spacious rooms. There is again matching porches to the rear overlooking the patio and comfortable yard.
For sale
$419,000
701 12th St, Galveston, TX 77550
3beds
2,480sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
3,332 Square Feet Lot
$400,900 Zestimate®
$169/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 2 days |
- 640 |
- 72 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Cordray TREC #0668778 409-621-6287,
Save 1900 Realty, LLC
Source: HAR,MLS#: 45772607
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17x16
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16x12
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16x16
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 256
- Dimensions: 16x16
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17x16
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,480
- Total interior livable area: 2,480 sqft
Property
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 3,332 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 350503120006002
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Galveston Townsite
Location
- Region: Galveston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $169/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $494,190
- Annual tax amount: $8,495
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$400,900
Estimated sales range
$381,000 - $421,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,917/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $419,000-18.6%$169/sqft |
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| 2/5/2026 | Listing removed | $515,000$208/sqft |
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| 11/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $515,000$208/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Pending sale | $515,000$208/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $515,000+222.9%$208/sqft |
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| 12/2/2011 | Sold | -- |
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| 10/12/2011 | Price change | $159,500-5.9%$64/sqft |
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| 8/24/2011 | Price change | $169,500-12.9%$68/sqft |
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| 7/22/2011 | Price change | $194,500-11.4%$78/sqft |
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| 6/28/2011 | Listed for sale | $219,500$89/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,495 -10.3% | $494,190 -9.7% |
| 2024 | $9,470 +8.6% | $547,160 +9.7% |
| 2023 | $8,717 +0.4% | $498,750 +15.9% |
| 2022 | $8,678 +11.8% | $430,460 +14.6% |
| 2021 | $7,761 +16.2% | $375,630 +27.2% |
| 2020 | $6,679 -1.2% | $295,290 +6.4% |
| 2019 | $6,761 -1.6% | $277,490 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $6,871 | $274,160 -1.3% |
| 2017 | $6,871 +1.2% | $277,660 0% |
| 2016 | $6,789 +28.4% | $277,680 +29.9% |
| 2015 | $5,289 +11.4% | $213,700 +35% |
| 2014 | $4,750 | $158,250 |
| 2013 | -- | $158,250 |
| 2012 | -- | $158,250 |
| 2011 | -- | $158,250 +13.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $139,755 +10% |
| 2009 | -- | $127,050 -23.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $165,170 +9.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $151,320 |
| 2006 | -- | $151,320 +10.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $136,650 +7.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $127,640 -14% |
| 2003 | -- | $148,500 +18.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $124,950 |
| 2001 | -- | $124,950 |
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Neighborhood: East End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAAustin Middle SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10AIM College & Career PrepGrades: 8-12Distance: 2.9 mi
- 5/10Ball High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 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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