For sale

$240,000

Est. $1,714/mo —

•

1,020

sq ft

959 S East Rd, Crystal Beach, TX 77650

About this home

Coastal cottage in the heart of Crystal Beach, ideally located just a short walk or golf cart ride from the beach. Situated on one of the higher elevations on the Bolivar Peninsula, this beach home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and investment potential. The open living, dining, and kitchen area creates an inviting space for relaxing after a day at the beach. With multiple sleeping areas and a functional layout, this property is well-suited for full-time living, weekend getaways, or vacation rental use. Enjoy the large upper deck for outdoor dining and coastal breezes, plus the covered ground-level area for entertaining, parking, storage, or just relaxing. You will also find a convenient ground-level outdoor restroom/shower area, making it ideal for guests coming in from the beach. Located near restaurants, shopping, and beach access, this Crystal Beach property offers a great opportunity for buyers seeking a personal retreat or an income-producing short-term rental.

Single-familyProperty Type

1975Year Built

5,000 sq ftLot Size

$235Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Yolanda Cavazos Graham • J. R. Evans and Associates

Listed by John Evans • J. R. Evans and Associates

Listing updated: Aug 31, 2026 at 03:54pm

Redfin checked: a few seconds ago

•Source:HARMLS #40827788

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$1,714 per month

Principal and interest$1,261

Property taxes

$305

HOA dues

Home insurance

$148

Utilities

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Crenshaw Elementary And Middle School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

4/10

Ball High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 13.9mi

5/10

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About Blue

Water

Blue Water, located between Crystal Beach and Gilchrist, is a beachside and laid-back Bolivar Peninsula neighborhood with wide Gulf-front sands and stilted coastal homes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Bluewater Highway (TX-87) corridor, where bait camps, beach stores, and low-slung seafood counters set a salt-air rhythm. Architecture leans practical and storm-minded—raised cottages, broad decks, and drive-under parking facing the dunes. Days track the shoreline, with walkovers to the beach and long views across the Gulf. Nearby anchors like Stingaree Restaurant & Marina, Fort Travis Seashore Park, and the historic Point Bolivar Lighthouse shape local tradition. The pace stays outdoors-first, with fishing, birding, and sunset drives along the peninsula.

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Offer insights

959 S East Rd · $240,000

Strong offer

$240K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $240K+ is a strong offer

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The average home goes pending in 61 days.

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Breakfast bar
Balcony
Kitchen/family room combo
Tub with shower
Window treatments
Ceiling fans
Combined living/dining area

Bedrooms
Two bedrooms on the first floor (14x10 and 14x17)
Living room on the first floor (33x14)

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms

Kitchen
Electric range
Free‑standing range
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Washer and dryer listed among appliances

Flooring
Tile flooring

Heating & cooling
Window unit heating
Window unit cooling

Sale and tax history for 959 S East Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$3,657 (+12.4%)

$69,750 + $201,830

$271,580

2024

$3,254 (−23.5%)

$31,750 + $208,250

$240,000

2023

$4,254 (+49.5%)

$31,750 + $278,380

$310,130

2022

$2,846 (+8.9%)

$31,750 + $144,850

$176,600

2021

$2,613 (+28.9%)

$31,750 + $130,530

$162,280

2020

$2,027 (−1.3%)

$15,000 + $101,210

$116,210

2019

$2,054 (−1.5%)

$15,000 + $95,650

$110,650

2018

$2,085 (−1.7%)

$15,000 + $92,170

$107,170

2017

$2,121 (+11.9%)

$15,000 + $93,370

$108,370

2016

$1,896 (+14.7%)

$15,000 + $93,370

$108,370

2015

$1,653 (−1.8%)

$15,000 + $81,930

$96,930

2014

$1,683

$15,000 + $68,270

$83,270

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1975

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,020

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,020

Year built

1975

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Galveston County

APN

1870-0000-0324-000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.

Climate risks

9/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

10/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 107° expected this year, 26 days in 30 years

10/10 Wind Factor

99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Crystal Beach, TX • 77650

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

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Dec

Sun exposure

94/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.9 hrs

6.2 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 959 S East Rd

$224,265

$16K under list price of $240K

Nearby comparable homes

The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $237K to $399K.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$279,900 Last sold price
1 bed1 bath320 sq ft
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$640/sq ft
larger lot
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$237,000 Last sold price
2 beds1.5 baths1,020 sq ft
1209 N Jacks Rd, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
$3/sq ft
larger lot
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SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$289,000 Last sold price
2 beds2 baths900 sq ft
933 Westview, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
$86/sq ft
larger lot
34 years newer
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$334,900 Last sold price
2 beds2 baths1,152 sq ft
893 West Ln, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
$56/sq ft
39 years newer
SOLD OCT 9, 2025
$350,000 Last sold price
2 beds1 bath990 sq ft
1104 Chapmans Pt, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
$119/sq ft
larger lot
44 years newer
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$399,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths1,350 sq ft
889 Mr G St, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
$61/sq ft
larger lot
47 years newer

Rental earnings

Est. $2,078 per month, based on comparable rentals

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