Homes for Sale/Galveston County/Crystal Beach/Pearl Beach
Active MLS #32542245 · 314 days on market

2506 Howell

Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Subdivision  ·  Pearl Beach
List Price
$539,000
$300/SF
Beds
4
Baths
3
Sq Ft
1,795
Built
2015
Lot
0.16 ac
Garage
1-car
County
Galveston
Tax Rate
1.36%

Schools

§ 03
District
Elementary GISD OPEN ENROLL N/R
Middle GISD OPEN ENROLL N/R
High BALL H S CCMR 75% · Grad 96% C
TEA accountability ratings reflect 2024–25 where available. School attendance zones are subject to district redistricting — confirm directly with the district before making a school-based decision.

Overview

§ 01

Just steps away from the beach access, experience stunning PANORAMIC GULF VIEWS from both the UPPER LEVEL and the RARE SPLIT-LEVEL MEZZANINE beach house. It features large covered and uncovered decks that capture ocean breezes and incredible water views. The mezzanine level includes a large, flexible bunk room that comes w/ bunk beds and a sleeper couch that can easily sleep 4. An outdoor bar that can easily become an outdoor kitchen and a 1/2 bath. Upstairs, the wrap-around deck greets you as you enter into the open living, dining, and kitchen area. With 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 baths, built-ins, multiple entrances, ample parking, and an outdoor firepit, this home blends comfort with charm. This home can easily sleep 10-12. Its layout is ideal for hosting gatherings, weekend escapes, or enjoying peaceful sunsets over the Gulf. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing getaway or a vacation rental opportunity, this property offers unforgettable views and true beachfront living.

Features

§ 02

Interior

  • Balcony
  • Bedroom On Main Level
  • Double Vanity
  • Kitchen Family Room Combo
  • Bath In Primary Bedroom
  • Pantry
  • Tub Shower
  • Three Bedrooms Up
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Laminate

Exterior & lot

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Porch
  • Patio
  • Private Yard
  • Views
  • Roof: Composition
  • Attached Carport
  • Attached
  • Garage

Community

  • Smoke Detectors
  • Beach
  • Gulf
  • Water
  • Style: Other

Property Details

§ 03 · Full MLS record

Property

Property Type Residential
Property Sub Type Detached
Architectural Style Other
Year Built 2015
Year Built Source PublicRecords
New Construction No

Building

Stories 2
Levels Two
Living Area 1,795 sq ft
Living Area Source Appraiser
Building Area Total 1,795 sq ft
Construction Cement Siding
Roof Composition

Rooms & Baths

Bedrooms 4
Bedrooms Possible 3
Bathrooms (total) 3
Bathrooms Full 2
Bathrooms Half 1
Rooms Total 6
Fireplaces 0

Interior

Interior Features Balcony, Bedroom On Main Level, Double Vanity, Kitchen Family Room Combo, Bath In Primary Bedroom, Pantry, Tub Shower, Three Bedrooms Up
Flooring Laminate
Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Security Smoke Detectors

Exterior

Exterior Features Balcony, Deck, Porch, Patio, Private Yard
Patio / Porch Balcony, Deck, Patio, Porch
Pool Private No
View Yes
View Type Beach, Gulf, Water

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces 1
Attached Garage Yes
Carport Spaces 4
Parking Features Attached Carport, Attached, Garage

Lot

Lot Size (acres) 0.1560
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Lot Features Views

Location

County Galveston
MLS Area Major 33
MLS Area Minor Crystal Beach
Subdivision Pearl Beach
Postal Code 77650

Utilities

Heating Central, Electric
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Sewer Aerobic Septic

Taxes, Terms & Disclosures

Tax Annual Amount $7,315
Tax Year 2025
Tax Rate (est.) 1.36%
Parcel # 5670-0000-0165-000
Legal Description ABST 65 PAGE 7 LOT 165 PEARL BEACH ADDN
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA
Lease Considered No
Disclosures Exclusions Disclosure, Seller Disclosure

Room Layout

§ 04 · 6 rooms · MLS-supplied

Main level · 1

Bedroom 21x10

Second level · 5

Primary Bedroom 15x12
Bedroom 11x11
Kitchen 12x12
Bedroom 11x11
Living Room 19x18

MUD Disclosure (§49.452)

§ 03 · Data moat
● §49.452 Notice
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Listing's rolled-up MUD rate Resolved MUD jurisdiction not mapped Match confidence

Taxes & Cost of Ownership

§ 04
● Estimated monthly payment
$3,847
30-YR FIXED · ADJUST ASSUMPTIONS BELOW
%
%
Principal & interest$3,237 Property tax$610 Homeowners insuranceTBD
Subtotal (P&I + Tax) $3,847

Illustrative only, not a quote. P&I assumes the values entered above. Insurance and HOA dues vary — consult licensed lender and insurance agent for accurate quote.

● Effective tax rate · 3-year history
1.3466%
ALL 5 TAXING DISTRICTS · 2025 BILL
202320242025
MUD
→ stable
School
0.84%
→ stable
City
→ stable
County
0.32%
→ stable
Other districts
0.18%
→ stable

HOA & Community

§ 05
● HOA details
ANNUAL
Association name Management co. Website Phone Cert on filepending
● Community amenities
bank
Texas First Bank ATM · 0.2mi
The Big Store and Ace Hardware · 0.2mi
ATM · 0.3mi
restaurant
Tia Juanita's Fish Camp · 0.5mi
Stingaree · 1.4mi
Salty Bovine Pit House · 1.8mi
gym
Sweat Fitness · 0.6mi
post_office
United States Postal Service · 1.1mi
United States Postal Service · 9.7mi
grocery
Swede's Quick Stop · 1.6mi
TJ's Discount Groceries · 2.7mi
park
· 5.3mi
Smith Point Park · 9.9mi

Broadband & Connectivity

§ 06 · Rolled up from MLS
● Max advertised speed at this address
5,000 Mbps
Fiber available
Top fiber: AT&T
Fiber / DSL
AT&T
Speeds per provider
Fixed Wireless
T-Mobile
Speeds per provider
Fixed Wireless
Verizon
Speeds per provider
Satellite
HughesNet
Speeds per provider
Satellite
Starlink
Speeds per provider
Satellite
Viasat Inc
Speeds per provider
Unknown
Rural Telecommunications of America
Speeds per provider

Environmental Risk

§ 08
V
FEMA Zone
Zone VE · Coastal High Hazard
Coastal wave-action hazard zone. Flood insurance required.
PANEL 48167C BASE FLOOD ELEV. 17.0 FT SFHA YES SOURCE 48167C_STUDY1
🌡 Heat days >95°F
6 days/yr above 95°F
Plus 0 days above 100°F. NOAA station records, 2016-2025 average.
💨 30-day air quality
AQI 44 · Good
Average daily AQI for the 30 days ending 2026-02-28. EPA AQS county monitors. Higher = worse.
🌵 Drought (current)
D1 · Moderate
US Drought Monitor county reading, week of 2026-09-15.
Sources: FEMA NFHL · NOAA GHCN-Daily · EPA AQS · US Drought Monitor. Climate rollup last computed Sep 23, 2026.

Recent Comparable Sales

§ 09
2 comparable sales nearbyAddress-level sold detail is available to registered users. Reach out to Allen for the full comparable-sales report.

Subdivision & Master Plan

§ 10
● Master plan
Pearl Beach
TIER: SUBDIVISION
Subdivision name (MLS)Pearl Beach City · ZIPCrystal Beach · 77650 CountyGalveston Listings in subdivision119 Active now13 Sold (last 12 mo)6 Curated amenities17
● Year-built distribution
1985s 2 2000s 1 2010s 7 2015s 1

Fire Protection

§ 11
Nearest station
Crystal Beach Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services
· Crystal Beach
Distance
1.8 mi
Straight-line from listing
ISO rating
Future data point
Avg. response
From incident log (future)

Neighborhood Demographics

§ 12 · Census tract 48167723900 · ACS 2023
Median HH income
$71,970
ACS 2023
Median home value
$316,400
Census self-report
Owner-occupied
43%
3,275 housing units
Bachelor's+
13%
Adults 25+
Median age
62.6
Population 2,995
Work from home
9%
of commuters
Commute 45min+
38%
of commuters
Below poverty
11.0%
tract-level

Amenities & Nearby Places

§ 13

Active listing — amenities should populate from the go-live pipeline. Click to fetch now if missing.

Location & Neighborhood

§ 13
● This Home
2506 Howell, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Galveston County · 29.46°N, 94.61°W
bank
Texas First Bank ATM
0.2 mi · 5 within 2 mi
restaurant
Tia Juanita's Fish Camp
0.5 mi · 3 within 2 mi
gym
Sweat Fitness
0.6 mi · 1 within 2 mi
post_office
United States Postal Service
1.1 mi · 1 within 2 mi
Interactive map coming in v0.2 — currently showing schematic placement.
● Listing History
Nov 13, 2025 Listed $539,000 Jill Chastain
Dec 31, 2014 Built
Status change events from HAR MLS (future: full audit trail)
● Disclosures & Attribution
Listed by Jill Chastain · Keller Williams Premier Realty
Data provided by Houston Realtors Information Service (HAR MLS). Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All measurements, square footage, and school assignments should be independently verified. HAR MLS content last updated Aug 25, 2026.
MLS# 32542245 · LIST DATE: Nov 13, 2025 · PARCEL: 5670-0000-0165-000
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