Experience Beachfront Bliss at "Sea Mist" Cottage in the peaceful Gilchrist area.Sea Mist is a charming two-bedroom,two-bathroom beachfront retreat offering panoramic Gulf views and serene coastal living.Whether you're seeking a private escape or a lucrative rental opportunity, this fully furnished delightful cottage delivers. Nestled between Galveston County Buy-outs to the East and West, you'll enjoy extra privacy and space—an increasingly rare find. Inside, the primary bedroom features a king-size bed and ensuite bathroom, providing a touch of luxury. Entertain guests at the downstairs bar, or rinse off in the convenient outdoor sand shower after a day at the beach. Recent upgrades include new appliances, a new A/C, new roof, fresh exterior paint, and a Cargo Lift—making this home both stylish and smartly equipped. This is currently a vacation rental and has rental history. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of paradise on the Texas coast.
For sale
$529,000
996 Alicia Dr, Gilchrist, TX 77617
2beds
1,178sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2014
4,499 Square Feet Lot
$494,900 Zestimate®
$449/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully furnished delightful cottageConvenient outdoor sand showerNew appliancesCargo liftFresh exterior paintPanoramic gulf viewsExtra privacy and space
- 382 days |
- 126 |
- 6 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Wendy Dozier TREC #0630272 713-858-9020,
RE/MAX On The Water -Bolivar
Source: HAR,MLS#: 41445042
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Utility Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Primary Bath: Tub/Shower Combo, Secondary Bath(s): Tub/Shower Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen open to Family Room
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Microwave, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- All Bedrooms Up
- Flooring: Vinyl
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,178
- Total interior livable area: 1,178 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: No Garage, Additional Parking
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio/Deck
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Beach, Gulf View, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Gulf,Water
- Waterfront features: Beach Front, Beach Access
Lot
- Size: 4,499 Square Feet
- Features: Waterfront, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 358500110000009
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Gilchrist
Location
- Region: Gilchrist
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $449/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $507,170
- Annual tax amount: $4,169
- Date on market: 6/16/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,Investor,VA Loan
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Road surface type: Gravel
Wendy Dozier
(713) 858-9020
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Estimated market value
$494,900
$470,000 - $520,000
$4,242/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/20/2026 | Listing removed | $8,612$7/sqft |
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| 4/18/2026 | Listed for rent | $8,612$7/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Price change | $529,000-6.4%$449/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Price change | $564,9000%$480/sqft |
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| 11/15/2024 | Price change | $565,000-5%$480/sqft |
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| 9/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $595,000$505/sqft |
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| 7/29/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $595,000$505/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $568 -19.1% | $281,599 +10% |
| 2024 | $702 +1.5% | $255,999 +10% |
| 2023 | $692 -67.1% | $232,726 +10% |
| 2022 | $2,101 +5% | $211,569 +10% |
| 2021 | $2,001 +9.2% | $192,335 +10% |
| 2020 | $1,832 -13.2% | $174,850 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $2,112 -0.8% | $174,220 |
| 2018 | $2,128 | $174,220 |
| 2017 | $2,128 +20.7% | $174,220 +15.9% |
| 2016 | $1,763 -10.8% | $150,290 +46.1% |
| 2015 | $1,977 +5129.1% | $102,840 +5341.3% |
| 2014 | $38 | $1,890 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,890 |
| 2012 | -- | $1,890 +440% |
| 2011 | -- | $350 |
| 2010 | -- | $350 |
| 2009 | -- | $350 -99% |
| 2008 | -- | $35,430 +4% |
| 2007 | -- | $34,080 |
| 2006 | -- | $34,080 +14.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $29,840 +48% |
| 2004 | -- | $20,160 +9.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $18,450 |
| 2002 | -- | $18,450 |
| 2001 | -- | $18,450 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 77617
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10High Island Independent School DistrictGrades: PK-12Distance: 6.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: High Island School
- Middle: High Island School
- High: High Island School
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- Texas
- Galveston County
- Gilchrist
- 77617
- 996 Alicia Dr
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