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$299,000

1701 40 St

Galveston, TX
Active
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1,202
Square Feet
0.05
Lot Size (acres)
1958
Year Built
187
Days On Market

WELCOME to your Galveston island getaway, just minutes from the BEACH, the STRAND, and Ball High. Set on a PRIME CORNER LOT, this beautifully renovated three bedroom, one bath home delivers coastal charm with thoughtful upgrades throughout. Updated within the last two years, it features a newer roof, stylish flooring, and a refreshed kitchen with GRANITE COUNTERTOPS, white SHAKER CABINETRY, brand-new appliances, and a GAS RANGE COOKTOP ready for everyday living and entertaining. The converted attic is a GAME CHANGER, offering a versatile bonus space ideal for a game room, office, guest retreat, or additional sleeping area. Enjoy a FULLY FENCED YARD perfect for pets or gatherings, plus OFF-STREET PARKING and a storage shed for beach gear. Relax on the charming FRONT PORCH and soak in the coastal breeze. MOVE-IN READY and a true BLANK CANVAS, this home is perfect for full-time living, a second home, or a rental opportunity.

Listing Information

Listing Updated
05/21/2026
Listed By
Cynthia Corder · eXp Realty LLC, 8885197431
MLS#
56853708
Source
Houston Association of REALTORS
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1701 40 St, Galveston, TX 77550
City
Galveston
County
Galveston
Neighborhood
Galveston Outlots
Zip Code
77550

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Stories
1
Year Built
1958
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Wood Siding, Cement Siding
Building Area
1,202 sq. ft.
Foundation
Block
Roof
Composition
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
0
Parking Features
Driveway, No Garage

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Master Downstairs, Granite Counters
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Oven
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl
Patio and Porch
Covered, Porch
Community Features
Curbs
Cooling
Zoned
Heating
Electric

Property Features

Lot Size
0.05 Acres
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Back Yard, Subdivided
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
1,202 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$299,000
Annual Taxes
$2,509

Schools

57/100
Ball High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.1 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Galveston
Students
1,998
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
47% Hispanic / Latino · 28% White · 21% Black
Free/reduced lunch
60%
Phone
(409) 766-5700
100/100
Morgan Elementary Magnet School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 0.3 mi
City
Galveston
Students
603
Student body
59% Hispanic / Latino · 31% Black · 9% White
Free/reduced lunch
94%
Phone
(409) 761-6700
75/100
Odyssey Academy - Galveston
7th & Above · Grades PK–12 · 1.5 mi
City
Galveston
Students
843
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 1 review
Student body
67% Hispanic / Latino · 21% White · 8% Black
Free/reduced lunch
79%
Phone
(409) 750-9289
54/100
Aim College & Career Prep
High · Grades 07–12 · 0.9 mi
City
Galveston
Students
89
Student body
36% Hispanic / Latino · 34% Black · 29% White
Free/reduced lunch
93%
Phone
(409) 761-6960
53/100
Coastal Village Middle
Grades 07–09 · 1.5 mi
City
Galveston
Students
128
Student body
38% Black · 37% Hispanic / Latino · 22% White
Free/reduced lunch
86%
Phone
(409) 761-6900
52/100
Weis Middle
Grades 05–08 · 0.8 mi
City
Galveston
Students
355
Student body
42% Hispanic / Latino · 38% Black · 15% White
Free/reduced lunch
86%
Phone
(409) 761-6400
51/100
Central Middle
Middle · Grades 07–08 · 0.9 mi
City
Galveston
Students
583
Student body
42% Hispanic / Latino · 40% Black · 16% White
Free/reduced lunch
95%
Phone
(409) 761-6200
51/100
Ambassadors Preparatory Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Galveston
Students
323
Parent reviews
2.3★ avg · 3 reviews
Student body
49% Black · 34% Hispanic / Latino · 12% White
Free/reduced lunch
85%
Phone
(409) 762-1115

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
03/14/2026Listed for sale$299,000

Listed by Cynthia Corder · eXp Realty LLC · 8885197431

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. Copyright 2026, Houston Association of REALTORS. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: May 21, 2026 at 2:56 PM | Source: Houston Association of REALTORS | MLS#: 56853708

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