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201 Mackeral Street

201 Mackeral Street

GalvestonTX 77550
$369,000
Spectacular contemporary home in the highest part of Fish Village which has never flooded. This house features an expansive open floor plan with beautiful tile flooring throughout the main area of the house. The updated kitchen includes high end appliances, lengthy quartz countertops, a second sink and coffee bar, and a custom butcher block island with built in drawers and additional seating. The large living area features a gas fireplace and sliding double doors that open up to the back patio. Stranded bamboo flooring throughout the bedrooms. Primary bedroom features a modern en suite bathroom with floor to ceiling tile and Rain shower fixture. The attached garage features a tiled utility area with double washer connections and wash basin sink. Outside there is a bonus shed with electrical and lighting that could be converted into a tiny house. Additional features include new windows, rock wool insulation for added efficiency, whole house water filtration and water softener system.
1601 Postoffice

1601 Postoffice

GalvestonTX 77550
$569,000
Lovely raised 3/1.5 home in EEHD. Question about actual date of house Cad has it built in 1896, previous sellers and refrences claim 1907 .The Thomas Bollinger family maintained ownership until 1948, when they sold to Alice A. Mullen who owned the property until 1987. Because the property has so few owners, the house has managed to stay largely intact and retains most of its original design. Architecturally, the house represents the transition between High Victorian and Queen Anne. Double galleries, lots of light walk thru windows artistically crafted wood floors add to its charm. The home boasts an updated kitchen and upstairs bath. The 1/2 bath downstairs could easily incorporate a shower (in fact a shower fixture and tile for the project will stay with the house they are the same fixtures as the upstairs bath). An anamoly in a historic home is that all windows open! Appliances and rug in upstairs bedroom conveys. Fenced in yard. Walkable to most of the Island finest attractions!
3533 Avenue M

3533 Avenue M

GalvestonTX 77550
$415,000
This lovely home was built in 2021 having one owner who has used this 4Bed 2Bath/2car garage as a second home weekender, not a STR. Conveniently located in midtown close to the Seawall as well as all Galveston has to offer. This lovely Gulf Coast raised cottage boasts a primary bedroom on the first floor with access to back deck, as well as a full bath and laundry room. The open floor plan invites excellent opportunities for entertaining with its well-appointed kitchen and proximity to the back deck! Great storage throughout the home and the upstairs boasts three additional bedrooms as well as another full bath! All the charm of an older historic home yet a recent new build with modern luxuries. Best of all, all the furniture and appliances convey as well as the GOLF CART! ! The spacious garage can fit 2 cars tandem with room for a golf cart. The fenced in yard provides ample space for fun and relaxation.
2005 37th Street

2005 37th Street

GalvestonTX 77550
$349,000
This lovely 3/2 has been recently renovated. Nice sized bedrooms with good closet space. Open floor plan living/dining area with a nice granite breakfast bar in the kitchen. One car detached garage has been converted into a guest quarters or great space for a game room or home office! A nice fenced-in back yard allows for ample entertainment space. Front porch adds to living space and great spot to catch gulf breezes. The driveway provides off street parking.
1808 Postoffice

1808 Postoffice

GalvestonTX 77550
$995,000
Welcome to the 1887 Alfred Rakel House. Designed by Alfred Mueller, this 3 bay Southern Townhouse with Quenn Anne fixtures, has been a 4 time featured home on the GHF homes. The last two celebrating the 25th & 50th anniversaries of the tour. Walking distance to everything downtown has to offer. The current owners purchased the property in 2001 & have made this their fiull time home since 2010. The restoration began in 2003 and was accomplished by them. The lighted cabinetry in the island kitchen provides plenty of storage, a theme troughout as the home boasts 11 closets including a ginourmous upstairs closet utilized as primary closet. The primary bedroom boasts an ensuite .The detached 2 car garage also includes a 800 square foot 2 story apartment. Fenced in back yard includes a lovely deck and a gas stub for outdoor grill and/or generator. Victorian charm abounds from Bradbury and Bradbury wallcoverings, polished floors and trim, transoms, walk thru windows and double galleries.
5105 Bernardo de Galvez

5105 Bernardo de Galvez

GalvestonTX 77551
$349,000
Welcome to this lovely 3BR/2BA property featuring elegant stained glass, open floorplan, and hardwood floors throughout the 1 story home. The back patio is accessible from 2 bedrooms, leading to a spacious backyard perfect for outdoor fun. Lot also has alley access and room to add a garage and/or pool. This home offers plenty of space for you and your family. Schedule a showing today to see all this lovely home has to offer!
1014 31st Street

1014 31st Street

GalvestonTX 77550
$344,000
This charming 3br/2.5ba, 2 story home built in the 1920s, boasts original charm, stained glass features, beautiful hardwood floors, and bead board ceilings. The solid masonry and stucco construction is complemented by new bronze screening on the upper and lower patios. Previously owned by the original family, the current owner acquired it in 2010 and added modern conveniences. With a spacious oversized backyard for potential expansion and room for parking on the right side, this property offers a unique opportunity for buyers seeking a historic home with modern updates.
2601 Avenue O 1/2

2601 Avenue O 1/2

GalvestonTX 77550
$699,000
Beautifully remodeled home in great location. Close to the seawall and downtown. The first floor features a spacious living/dining area and luxurious primary en suite. An oversized island is the highlight of this redone kitchen , great for getting everyone together for dinner. Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms and a gorgeous shared bathroom. One upstairs bedroom also includes a private deck. Two car detached garage as well as 2 apartments each are 1/1 over the garage providing investment income. Yard is fully fenced.
1814 Avenue K

1814 Avenue K

GalvestonTX 77550
$645,000
The 1886 James J. Sewall cottage is the oldest house on the block. 27 years ago the home was rescued and renovated. The restoration is credited with helping spur renovation efforts in the neighborhood. It was on the GHF Homes Tour in 1999. Since then, there have only been 2 add’l owners. The current owners have added their own updates as well as creating an outside oasis w/ lush lanscaping & gardens. This updated historic home is located in the lovely Lost Bayou Historic neighborhood,which is close & convenient to everything Galveston offers. The main floor boasts a large living /dining room & the primary bedroom w/large walk-in closet. There are 2 bedrooms and a den on lower level. Large rear deck & front & rear porches are perfect for catching gulf breezes. Plenty of light & great storage space throughout. It is a great place to entertain with an 8×8 wet bar and covered spaces outside, the hot tub outback conveys. 2 car garage accessed from the alley provides off street parking.
3800 Avenue S

3800 Avenue S

GalvestonTX 77550
$399,000
Beautifully redone 3/2 raised bungalow. Currently a long term rental however in past was successful as a STR , all appliances convey in the home. Large rooms with walk in closets and built-ins. There are high ceilings, the dining room is coffered. Primary is very expansive with aspacious en-suite. Off street parking provided by driveway. House is light and bright with many windows and updated finishes and central air and heat. It has been freshly painted. The oversized back deck provides added living space for alfresco dining. There is even a screened in gazebo provided more outside living space! Front porch has been redone and supports added underneath. Very close to Seawall and as it is in midtown, close and convenient to all Galveston Has to offer. Currently occupied by tenant thru 5-31-2024 who would like to stay if possible.
4502 Avenue O

4502 Avenue O

GalvestonTX 77551
$750,000
Lovely 1938 Stone Tudor Revival home sits on 3 lots! It includes 4 bedrooms 3 baths and a guest quarters on the side of the 2 car garage connected by a covered arcade. The expansive backyard is a certied wildflower snactuary has won numerous gardening awards through the years. Architectural highlights abound in the home from lovely wood floors and archways. The present owners have lived in the home since 1979 and updated the expansive primay bath and kitchen. The house did not flood in Ike, the home is equipped with a generator and there is a French Drain.
1219 Sealy Street

1219 Sealy Street

GalvestonTX 77550
$450,000
You have found your perfect Galveston getaway or forever home. This spacious and meticulously maintained home is on a lovely tree lined street in the East End Historic District. It is conveniently located within walking distance to the beach, UTMB, and downtown Galveston. Upon entering you will notice the beautifully finished hard pine flooring. Comfortable living room with a conveniently tucked away bar that is perfect for entertaining or just extra storage.The stylish and open kitchen looks out onto the back patio allowing tons of natural light into the space. Black granite with leather finish countertops and stainless steel appliances give a refreshing and contemporary feel to the kitchen. The spacious upstairs primary has an en suite bath plus a seating area with built in shelving. Oversized two car garage has been raised to accommodate RV parking. It would also make a great workshop with tons of storage options. This house has a good elevation and has never flooded.
3025 Tern Drive

3025 Tern Drive

GalvestonTX 77551
$424,800
Super location and calming sounds of the surf to be heard in this well-maintained, corner lot home in an established neighborhood just 2.5 blocks from the beach and Convention Center and nestled between Moody Gardens and Pleasure Pier! This home boasts an abundance of storage throughout with walk-in closets and oversized primary closet. Plenty of extra closet space in the several hall closets. Tons of storage throughout and two sets of pocket doors to close off bedrooms and living areas for extra privacy. This home boasts a great bunkroom and game room. There is large covered patio with sky lights and breezeway and has a fully fenced backyard. Great lockable closet within the garage would make an ideal craft room or workshop. This property would make a perfect home or investment property as it is already in a rental pool. Furnishings negotiable.
1102 36th Street

1102 36th Street

GalvestonTX 77550
$729,000
Spectacular new build in Midtown Galveston located in the Borden Williams neighborhood across the street from Grace Espiscopal Church. This raised 3 bed 3.5 raised home greets you with a spacious 204 foot front porch. Inside you are greeted to an open floor plan with lovely polished tile floors an island kitchen with a walk in pantry, an ensuite bathrooom, a guest bath and utility room. Designer grade fixtures and cabinets provide plenty of storage in kithchen and bathrooms. There is an expansive walk in closet in the primary. Upstairs are two spacious bedrooms with baths. The ground floor has off street parking under the house, a storage room for tools and toys. Additionally, there is convenient access to home with a stairway to first floor and more storage space. Back and side yard green space. All appliances convey. This neighborhood isnt in an HOA.
1424 Ave M

1424 Ave M

GalvestonTX 77550
$425,000
Located in conveniently located San Jac neighborhood that is close to beach (less than 1/4 mile), UTMB and downtown . This circa 2009 2/2 double galleried charmer boasts an additional 1/1 guest quarters (approx. 210 additional sq feet) in back yard. A great place to call home, it has all the conveniences for modern living with the charm of a historic neighborhood. An open floor plan greets you as you enter from the front porch . The downstairs includes a half bath and eat-in kitchen with a spacious living/great room. Off the kitchen is the outside deck that leads down to a side deck, back yard and guest quarters. Upstairs is the laundry closet, both bedrooms that include ensuite bathrooms .The larger of the two, the primary bedroom opens out onto the upstairs gallery. Off-street parking is provided by driving through the back gate into the carport from the paved alley. The house has central air and heat, while the guest quarters has a mini split.

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Your Galveston Real Estate Team​

To buy, sell or lease Galveston talk to Tom Schwenk, owner and broker of Coldwell Banker TGRE. Tom is the number 1 agent for in-town sales and an award-winning realtor with more than 20 years’ experience. Now, a locally owned and operated Coldwell Banker ® affiliate, he has joined an international network with more than 115 years of real estate leadership. This means more experience, more knowledge, and more certainty of success while still offering the local expertise and five star service TGRE is known for. No local brokerage gives you more.

With Tom’s successful history in Galveston it is no wonder he decided to launch his own real estate firm in 2018 after working in the industry for more than 15 years. His vision for Tom’s Galveston Real Estate is a customer focused firm to help people buy, sell or lease Galveston.

The history, beautiful natural features are people who live here are just some of the things that make island life so special. When finding your own place in the sun you need to work with a company that has superior local knowledge about everything that makes Galveston what it is.

Tom has owned property in Galveston since 1987 and became a full time resident in 2001. He has leadership positions on many community and civic organizations and is recognized as an historic homes expert.

Brian Kuhn, Reid Nelson, Robert Zahn, Carole Bell, Brian Schwenk, Suzanne McClere, John Schreiber, Mickey Conrad-Matthews, as well as Team Hadley-Sims, Britt Lamb, and Luis Santiago are our very professional agents who share Tom’s commitment to customer service and knowledge and expertise of the local market.

In addition to a talented group of real estate professionals, Tom’s Team also includes a full administrative staff on hand to care for every client’s needs.

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Tom Schwenk, Owner/Broker

An award-winning Broker, Tom is Galveston’s #1 agent for in-town sales. Tom is well known for his passionate support of Galveston, his expertise in historic homes and his efforts to protect and develop what makes island life so special.
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Brian Schwenk, REALTOR®, Director of Property / Project Management

While in college he interned one summer with Galveston Historical Foundation and his interest in historic homes became personal when he rehabilitated an 1886 raised cottage on Galveston’s 19th Street which was also his first foray into home ownership. 

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Brian Kuhn, Galveston Real Estate

Brian Kuhn, Broker

Brian loves living in Galveston and has been working with buyers and sellers in the area since 2011. While Brian enjoys sharing his enthusiasm for architectural detail and knowledge of market trends, his clients appreciate his responsiveness and knowledge of the transaction process.
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Reid Nelson - Galveston Real Estate

Reid Nelson, REALTOR®

Reid is a native Galvestonian who, after successful careers in law and insurance, returned to Galveston in 2017 to get back to his roots. His clients benefit from his legal and insurance expertise as well as his true love of this town.
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Robert Zahn, REALTOR®

Robert has over fifteen years of working in the Historical Homes market of Galveston. He has have been active in the restoration of his own Victorian era houses, and was actively involved in laying the groundwork for the formation of the San Jacinto Historical Conservation District.
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Carole Bell

Carole Bell, REALTOR®

After a fulfilling career in Finance, she retired but still wanted to do more. So began her second career in real estate - promoting all that Galveston and the areas have to offer. Carole strives to ensure that all parties are well-informed and have a clear understanding throughout all phases of the real estate process when buying or selling their home. 

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Suzanne McClere

Suzanne McClere, REALTOR®

Suzanne's interest and passion for Real Estate began in the early 1990s, while she and her husband were beginning the search for their first home. Having lived on the island during her youth she fell in love with everything about Galveston, and says she is so excited to be coming home. As a licensed REALTOR® she looks forward to meeting you soon and helping you achieve your Island dreams. 
 

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Mickey Matthews-Conrad, REALTOR®

Mickey Matthews-Conrad was born and raised in Texas and is proud to be a 5th generation Texan. A very experienced realtor, she has worked in the industry for more than 30 years helping people to realize their real estate dreams. 

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John M. Schreiber, REALTOR®

John M. Schreiber is a native Galvestonian who was born on the island (BOI). He retired with over 30 years with the Prudential Insurance Company, and is now an active REALTOR providing sales and service to the people of Galveston County
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Team Hadley-Sims

We are Team Hadley Sims serving Galveston, and the surrounding areas. We are committed to going above and beyond for our clients whether they are buying or selling. Tee Jay Hadley comes to the real estate side after an extensive career in property management where he most recently served as a Regional Director. Kyle Sims comes to the real estate side from mortgage, where he also serves as a Settlement Specialist.
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Britt Lamb, REALTOR®

Britt Lamb was born and raised on Galveston Island. After a successful career in hospital administration, she now looks forward to helping her clients find their perfect home or workspace.
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Luis Santiago, REALTOR®

Luis’ transition to real estate from home staging came naturally after years of preparing homes for sale. As a licensed real estate agent and listing specialist, he leverages his background to help clients present their homes in the best light, maximizing value and appeal. His experience in the oil and gas industry, paired with his extensive knowledge of what buyers want, gives him a unique edge in the competitive real estate market.
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Shannon Caldwell

Shannon Caldwell, Marketing Director

Originally from New Zealand, Shannon is an award-winning public relations and marketing expert. She first came to Galveston in 2011 where one of the first people she met was Tom Schwenk, who was the leasing agent on the historic home she rented with her family.
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TGRE Ribbon Cutting

Our official Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting was a really fun party! TGRE is a long time Chamber member and the ceremony was to celebrate

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Pride in Galveston Real Estate

Broker/Owner Tom Schwenk recently appeared on LGBTQ Real Estate Podcast.

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Broker/Owner Tom Schwenk recently appeared on 950 AM KPRC Houston radio.

“I had a great time at KPRC radio last week talking about Galveston and local real estate.
The announcer said I should be the mayor of Galveston! I love promoting our Island and wonderful lifestyle.”

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RCC Galveston
RCC Galveston
Galveston Historical Foundation
Galveston Historical Foundation
Holy Family School
Holy Family School
Galveston College
Galveston College
Houston LGBT Chamber
Houston LGBT Chamber
Nia Cultural Center
Nia Cultural Center
Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce
Galveston Regional Chamber of Commerce
Turtle Island Restoration
Turtle Island Restoration
Absolute Equality
Absolute Equality
GISD Educational Foundation
GISD Educational Foundation
O’Connell College Preparatory
O’Connell College Preparatory
Meals On Wheels
Meals On Wheels
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market
Galveston’s Own Farmers Market
Downtown Partnership
Downtown Partnership
The Sea Star Base
The Sea Star Base