This well maintained and beautiful, 1,260 sq ft, 3 bedroom (Currently sleeps 12 in beds), 2 bath home has a large partially covered front and large rear deck which is perfect to be able to have shade to enjoy morning coffee or afternoon beverages. The average lot on the Peninsula is 50' X 100' (5,000 sq ft) and this home sits on 1 1/2 lots 75' X 100' (7,500 sq ft. ) with a fully fenced yard for your fur babies or little ones and downstairs area for entertaining. The home will make a great home for full time living, 2nd home or vacation rental. A short walk or golf cart ride to the beach for fanatic seashell and shark teeth hunting and some of the best surf fishing on the upper Texas coast. Located in the heart of Crystal Beach and all it has to offer to include great restaurants, shopping and more. The home will come fully furnished with the exception of a bend, personal pictures and some decor and Kitchenware. Home has Cargo lift to make life upstairs easier and whole home generator.
Single-family (co-op)Property Type
2012Year Built
7,500 sq ftLot Size
$323Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Gregory Fountain• Swedes Real Estate LLC
Bought with Gregory Fountain• Swedes Real Estate LLC
* ACCEPTING BACKUP OFFERS * Located in Least Expensive Flood Zone A / Home Selling Furnished / Restricted Holiday Beach Sub. Immaculately kept Beach Home in the Heart of CRYSTAL BEACH. 1.5 lots, Split Bedrooms, Open Living Kitchen, Large Covered front deck w/ gate for Children & Pets safety & Large Uncovered back deck, outdoor wood furniture, Perfect space under Home for entertaining, cooking, outdoor shower & swing. Super Clean Garage with loft storage and place for beach toys & Golf Cart. .. .All you need is your toothbrush and swimsuit. This is a BEAUTIFUL HOME & Priced to Sell! CALL REALTOR & Schedule Your Private Tour TODAY! (VIRTUAL TOUR Link is available)
Galveston MLS #20192079
Feb 3, 2020
Delisted
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Jan 31, 2020
Relisted
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Jan 19, 2020
Delisted
—
Jan 5, 2020
Price Changed
$330,000
$262/sq ft
Aug 21, 2019
Listed
$349,987
$278/sq ft
+19
* ACCEPTING BACKUP OFFERS * Located in Least Expensive Flood Zone A / Restricted Holiday Beach Sub. Immaculately kept Beach Home in the Heart of CRYSTAL BEACH. 1.5 lots, Split Bedrooms, Open Living Kitchen, Large Covered front deck w/ gate for Children & Pets safety & Large Uncovered back deck. Home selling furnished, outdoor wood furniture, Perfect space under Home for entertaining, cooking, outdoor shower & swing. Super Clean Garage with loft storage and place for beach toys & Golf Cart. .. .All you need is your toothbrush and swimsuit. This is a BEAUTIFUL HOME & Priced to Sell! CALL REALTOR & Schedule Your Private Tour TODAY! (VIRTUAL TOUR Link is available)
HARMLS #20424429
Nov 21, 2014
Sold
$40K - $50K
Nov 1, 2014
Listed
$65,000
$52/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 27, 2011
Sold
*
Public Records
Mar 27, 2000
Sold
*
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,552 (−17.1%)
$64,880 + $421,660
$486,540
2024
$7,899 (+8.4%)
$64,880 + $517,670
$582,550
2023
$7,286 (−6.4%)
2022
$7,781 (+36.3%)
$38,630 + $444,260
$482,890
2021
$5,709 (+5.9%)
$25,750 + $328,810
$354,560
2020
$5,390 (+12.9%)
$25,750 + $283,250
$309,000
2019
$4,775 (+13.1%)
$25,750 + $231,520
$257,270
2018
$4,222 (−0.6%)
$25,750 + $191,250
$217,000
2017
$4,247 (−10.7%)
$25,750 + $191,250
$217,000
2016
$4,755 (+5.7%)
$25,750 + $191,250
$217,000
2015
$4,498 (+16.3%)
$25,750 + $217,340
$243,090
2014
$3,867
$15,000 + $176,310
$191,310
Tax history for 961 Surf Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,552 (−17.1%)
$64,880 + $421,660
$486,540
2024
$7,899 (+8.4%)
$64,880 + $517,670
$582,550
2023
$7,286 (−6.4%)
2022
$7,781 (+36.3%)
$38,630 + $444,260
$482,890
2021
$5,709 (+5.9%)
$25,750 + $328,810
$354,560
2020
$5,390 (+12.9%)
$25,750 + $283,250
$309,000
2019
$4,775 (+13.1%)
$25,750 + $231,520
$257,270
2018
$4,222 (−0.6%)
$25,750 + $191,250
$217,000
2017
$4,247 (−10.7%)
$25,750 + $191,250
$217,000
2016
$4,755 (+5.7%)
$25,750 + $191,250
$217,000
2015
$4,498 (+16.3%)
$25,750 + $217,340
$243,090
2014
$3,867
$15,000 + $176,310
$191,310
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
1,260
Year built
2012
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Galveston County
APN
4050-0000-0168-000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage
Garage: Attached
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Interior Features
Room Count: 7
Equipment
Electric Oven, Freestanding Oven
Heating & Cooling Information
Heating System: Central Electric
Cooling System: Central Electric
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 15' x 18'
Room Type: Living Room
Location: 1st Floor
Room 2 Information
Dimensions: 10' x 18'
Room Type: Kitchen
Location: 1st Floor
Room 3 Information
Dimensions: 11' x 14'
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 4 Information
Dimensions: 6' x 12'
Room Type: Master Bath
Location: 1st Floor
Room 5 Information
Dimensions: 10' x 14'
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Room 6 Information
Dimensions: 6' x 6'
Room Type: Bath
Location: 1st Floor
Room 7 Information
Dimensions: 10' x 14'
Room Type: Bedroom
Location: 1st Floor
Exterior
Building Information
Faces East
Siding: Cement Board
Roof: Composition
Foundation: On Stilts
Water & Sewer Information
Aerobic
Property Information
Co-op Sale
Exemptions: Homestead,,,,Senior,
Lot Information
Section Num: 1
Legal Lot Description: ABST 65 B FRANKS SUR LOTS 168 & N 1/2 OF LOT 169 HOLIDAY BEA
Lot Description: Subdivision Lot, Water View
Financial
Tax Information
Tax ID #: 4050-0000-0168-000
Tax Amount: $7,990
Tax Year: 2024
Total Tax Rate (%): 1.3716
Location
Community Information
Water Amenities: Beachside
School Information
School District: Galveston
School Elementary: GISD OPEN ENROLL
School Middle: GISD OPEN ENROLL
School High: BALL HIGH SCHOOL
Location Information
Area: Galveston County
Directions: From the intersection of State Hwy 87 and the entrance to Holiday Beach subdivision turn into Holiday Beach then left on Palm, Stay on Palm until it curves to the right and becomes Surf and continue about 500 feet and the house is on the right.
MLS Map Page and Grid: 708D
Community Information
No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,260
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2012
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Galveston County
APN: 4050-0000-0168-000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Is IDX Opt In
Listing Information
Exclusive Right to Sell/Lease
Home Information
Dwelling Type: Free Standing
Listing Office & Agent Information
List Agent Email: greg@swedesrealestate.com
Around this home
Schools
Crenshaw Elementary And Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.7mi
4/10
Ball High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 17.5mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
10/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 107° expected this year, 29 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
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$388,000 – $469,000
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