Luxury Listings

Tom Schwenk of Coldwell Banker TGRE has earned The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing’s Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ (CLHMS) designation in recognition of experience, knowledge, and expertise in high-end residential properties.

The specialized training and ongoing membership with The Institute provide Tom Schwenk and Coldwell Banker TGRE with the knowledge and tools to better serve clients.

The CLHMS™ designation provides evidence of the successful commitment to service at the highest level. “I love introducing people to the superior lifestyle we have here on Galveston Island, and I’m committed to providing white-gloves service for every step of the transaction.”

When you are buying or selling a luxury home, it is vital that you partner with a real estate professional who understands your needs and lifestyle.

Members of The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing are real estate professionals with the expertise to support your unique needs.

Institute Members specialize in the luxury home market, undergoing extensive training to achieve the skills and knowledge required for working with upper-tier clients.

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Our Current Luxury Listings

1757 Seaside Drive

Spectacular views from this beautiful beachfront Property has 6 beds, 6 baths and exceptional views! The sellers are the original owners of this 2006 New Orleans Camelback designed home by architect Cyrus Jones. One of the first residents of Beachtown they have never used the property as a rental, it has been a much-loved second home. The expansive first floor gallery off the living & dining room is a great place to while away an afternoon, share a cocktail or simply enjoy the incredible views. The home has an elevator 2 bedrooms on the first floor a entertainers dream of a kitchen all open to the incredible views. Upstairs, instead of a 2nd floor gallery there is a marvelous primary suite w/ walk in closet & spa like ensuite. A wall of windows takes advantage of the view. There is also a lovely guest suite with ocean views as well. 2 more bedroom each with own baths make this a perfect place for visitors and extended family. Third fl. widows walk offers panoramic views of Bay & Gulf.

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1227 Ball Street

Exquisite property in the East End Historic District. Situated on a double corner lot with gorgeous cast stone columns and unique ornate wrought iron fence featuring hundreds of steel yellow roses. The lush, landscaped with side courtyard is filled with fruit trees, seating area & fire pit. Main house has original longleaf pine floors, updated kitchen with modern appliances stone backsplash & walls, and the 11′ granite island with seating for 6. Butler’s pantry, sunroom with coffered copper tiled ceiling, laundry room with space for wine fridge & 2nd refrigerator. Primary includes large closet, stained glass windows & plantation shutters. Upstairs are 2 beds with sitting areas & a bath. The backyard oasis including a covered porch overlooking pool, intricate designed brick walkways,2 car detached garage potting shed, guest quarters up, golf cart garage below. Jaw dropping game-room features an industrial style wet bar with beverage fridge floating shelves with lighting 11’ceilings walnut feature wall 1/2 bath. This 1859 home has never flooded.

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4601 Sherman Boulevard

Lovely mid-century modern home just 2 blocks from the beach with a Gulf view from upstairs deck. This completely renovated homes boasts 5 bedrooms and 4 baths with a pool. Main floor boasts 3 beds, 3 baths and an office/den. An airy foyer greets you that leads into an open floor with dining, conversation area and living flowing together allowing for ease in entertaining. Doors from living room lead out to the inground pool for ease of indoor-outdoor living. There is a spectacular primary with just redone ensuite. The updated eat in kitchen with ginormous pantry is a chef’s delight. Throughout the home, there is exceptional storage including a large closet off dining area & under the stairs where laundry is located. The stairs lead up to the guest quarters complete with 2 beds, 1 bath and kitchen. The quarters also has a private entrance from outside if one wanted to make this a rental unit. Up here, there is also an incredible deck with gulf views. Appliances convey.

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3627 Avenue M

Beautiful Historic home with incredible architectural details including wood floors, center hallway, arched doorways. Occupied. Updated kitchen w/ custom cabinets & appliances that convey. Remodeled primary bedroom & bathroom is the entire third floor. Downstairs on the ground floor there is a home office, 3 bedrooms full bath & large game/great room. Updated HVAC & many improvements throughout the home incl 2/3 baths. The back deck accessed from kitchen has been redone. Air conditioners have been relocated from under the deck to allow for relaxing outside space w/ spac perfect for alfresco dining. Landscaped yard is over 18,000 sq ft. includes outbuildings: Oversized 2 Car Garage w/ bonus room w/ 2 offices (could be bedrooms)35’X35′ Warehouse with 10’10’impact rated door and storage shed perfect for woodshop RV or boat storage. This is a lovely sanctuary in midtown Galveston. Close and convenient to everything yet when you are here it feels like a thousand miles from anywhere!

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1823 Sealy Street

Double Galleried 1886 charming Victorian on prestigious Sealy Street in the East End Historic District. Architectural highlights abound, including: 12ft ceilings, hardwoods 13′ baseboards & transoms. Current owners refinished all the floors and repainted the entire interiors. The formal living & dining rooms both have fireplaces. There is a reading nook, full bath and a pass thru to kitchen. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms (2 of the 3 are oversized) 1 w/ fireplace along with another full bath. The back wing of the home consists of 2 seperate guest quarters, each with full kitchen and bath. These spaces are versatile and could work either as long term or short-term rentals. The 564 sq ft downstairs unit is easily reached from hallway if wanting to incorporate back into house. The 626 sq ft. upstairs unit has a separate entrance from new back stairs. The fenced in back yard has patio & a shed for additional storage and alley access. The yard is large enough for a pool or garage.

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22815 Cuadro Street

Spectacular investment opportunity / beautiful turn-key home in the gorgeous Park at Terramar. This home has water views of the lake & bay, & is a short walk or golf cart ride to the beach! Large open-concept kitchen, dining, & living space with vaulted ceilings makes this home an entertaining retreat. The kitchen is fully stocked from pots & pans to cutlery with a large island offering additional seating. First level has two generously-sized bedrooms that share a full hall bath with tub/shower combo featuring modern vertically stacked tiling up to the 10′ ceilings. There is also a large utility room providing additional storage & an LG Washtower that conveys. Upstairs you’ll find the over-sized primary suite with tray ceilings & bay views! The en-suite bath features a spa-like glass enclosed shower with beautiful double herringbone tile to the ceiling & huge walk-in closet. Flexible loft can be used for guests, gameroom, office area, or opportunity for 4th bedroom! Fully Furnished!

Offered by Brian Schwenk

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