1620 Post Office Street, Houston, Texas 77550

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Paige Martin

713-425-4194

pmartin@houstonproperties.com

Real Estate Broker

Real Broker, LLC

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About 1620 Post Office Street

This 1900 Storm Survivor is the circa 1887 "Peacock" House in Galveston Island’s East End Historical District. It is located near The Strand, UTMB, dining, shopping, art galleries, and more. The home has 3 bedrooms/3 baths, and the large garage apartment has 1 bedroom/1 bath. The apartment has many cabinets and a utility room. There is also an oversized 2 car garage for off-street parking. The home has double parlors, pocket doors, transom windows, double staircases, high ceilings, an elevator, a wood burning fireplace, and a butler's pantry. The home blends many updates with historical features for modern comfort and preservation. The interior was painted in 2024. The large primary bath was remodeled in 2024, adding an oversized shower, double vanities, and counters. The home has a covered front porch and balcony, and a covered back deck for relaxing and entertaining. The apartment can generate extra income.

Highlights

1620 Post Office Street

$689,000

Single-Family

2,576 Home Sq Ft

Houston 77550

3 Beds

4 Full Baths

5,140 Lot Sq Ft

General Description

Listing Price $689,000
City Houston
Zip Code 77550
Subdivision Galveston Townsite
Listing Status Sold
Baths 4 Full Bath(s)
Stories 2
Year Built 1887 / Owner
Lot Size 5,140 / Appraisal District
MLS # 44984199 (HAR)
Days on Market 184 days
Total Days on Market 184 days
List Price / Sq Ft $267.47
Address 1620 Post Office Street
State Texas
County Harris
Property Type Single-Family
Bedrooms 3
Garage 2
Style Victorian
Building Sq Ft 2,576
Market Area East End Area
Area 33

Taxes & Fees

Tax ID

350504960012000

Tax Rate

1.7477%

Taxes w/o Exemption/Yr

$6,727 / 2023

Maint Fee

No

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Interior Features

Fireplace

1

Floors

Engineered Wood, Laminate, Tile, Wood

Heating

Electric, Natural Gas, Zoned

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Appliances

Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Included, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Refrigerator Included, Washer Included, Water Heater

Dishwasher

Yes

Range

No

Disposal

Yes

Microwave

No

Energy Feature

Thermostat

Interior

2 Staircases, All Bedrooms Up, Central Vacuum, Dry Bar, Elevator, Formal Entry/Foyer, High Ceilings

Loft

No

Exterior Features

Foundation

Pillar/Post/Pier

Roof

Composition

Exterior Type

Wood Siding

Water Sewer

Public Sewer

Exterior

Balcony

Private Pool

No

Area Pool

Maybe

Lot Description

0 Up To 1/4 Acre, Back Yard, Subdivided

New Construction

No

Front Door

South

Listing Firm

Waters Turnley Real Estate

Schools

Name Grade Great School Ranking
Gisd Open Enroll Elementary None of 10
Gisd Open Enroll Middle None of 10
Ball High High 4 of 10
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