Welcome to your own slice of coastal magic in Crystal Beach, where whimsy meets waterfront! This lot isn’t just a piece of land—it’s a front-row seat to sunrises, sea breezes, & spontaneous adventures. Perched along the water’s edge, it comes complete with a private boat dock, ready for your next fishing tale or sunset cruise. Climb up to the elevated deck and you’ll feel like the captain of your own ship, surrounded by water views that stretch in every direction. Down below, a charming patio invites you to kick back with a cold drink & a good story, while the real showstopper—a delightfully quirky school bus turned RV—adds a splash of personality & a whole lot of fun. Whether you see it as a weekend hideaway, a creative guest suite, or the ultimate conversation starter, it’s ready to roll (figuratively, of course - connected to water & sewer). Play, relax, or just soak in the salty air—this is Crystal Beach living with a twist of the unexpected.
Crystal Beach, located between Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, is a beachside and laid-back Bolivar Peninsula neighborhood with wide sandy shoreline and stilt-house streetscapes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Highway 87 near the Stingaree Restaurant & Marina, where bait shops, boat slips, and casual patios set the day’s rhythm. Low-rise beach cottages and newer elevated homes line sandy lanes, with dune grass and boardwalk paths threading toward the water. Crystal Beach’s public drive-on beach shapes a gear-ready, toes-in-the-sand routine. The Bolivar Ferry landing adds a steady pulse of arrivals and departures across the channel. Evenings often orbit local staples like Jose’s Cantina and the Gulf Coast Market.
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Property details
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Seller disclosure available
Exterior features
Waterfront lot with canal frontage
Land parcel of 2,573 square feet (0.0591 acre)
Home design
Property type: Land
Construction
No residential construction details available
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Cable available
Electricity available
Sale and tax history for 1287 N Crystal Beach Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HARMLS #36047011
Nov 20, 2025
Listed
$175,000
Public Records
May 16, 2023
Sold
*
Galveston MLS #20230166
May 16, 2023
Sold
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Apr 15, 2023
Pending
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Mar 3, 2023
Listed
$149,000
+5
All you need is your RV & Boat Located in the heart of Crystal Beach this is ready to go for summer on one of the few Canal Fronts available. This canal front lot offers a RV Pad, bulkhead, boat dock & upper deck with views of the canal & bay! Boat dock & Deck have been restored with new lumber, septic & water on site and brand-new power pole with 200amp service & 50 amp for your RV. You can also enjoy the beach as it is short golf cart ride away.
HARMLS #51429494
May 16, 2023
Sold
$120K - $140K
Apr 15, 2023
Pending
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Mar 3, 2023
Listed
$149,000
+5
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,589
$115,790 + $2,240
$118,030
2025
$1,589 (+1.2%)
$115,790 + $2,240
$118,030
2024
$1,570 (+456.2%)
$115,790
2023
$282 (−14.9%)
$20,580
2022
$332
$20,580
Public record
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2,573 Sq. Ft.
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Year built
2023
Style
Ranch
County
Galveston County
APN
4541-0000-0002-000
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 27 days in 30 years
10/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Crystal Beach, TX • 77650
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1287 N Crystal Beach Rd
$157,106
$18K under list price of $175K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $56K to $350K.