Homes for Sale/Galveston County/Galveston/Backbay
Active MLS #47164430 · 161 days on market

28 Back Bay Circle

Galveston, TX 77551
Subdivision  ·  Backbay
List Price
$499,000
$302/SF · 85.8% above neighborhood median
Beds
3
Baths
3
Sq Ft
1,653
Built
1982
Lot
0.14 ac
Garage
2-car
County
Galveston
Tax Rate
0.87%

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

Completely reimagined from the ground up, this stunning home has been fully gutted & meticulously rebuilt w/ high-end finishes & thoughtful design throughout. Every detail has been upgraded, offering the perfect blend of modern luxury & lasting quality. Step inside to find an open, airy layout highlighted by elegant marble flooring & brand new sheetrock, creating a clean & sophisticated backdrop for any style. A beautiful fireplace serves as a striking focal point in the main living area, adding warmth & ambiance to the space. The heart of the home features custom-built cabinetry, designed for both beauty & functionality, paired w/premium craftsmanship you can see & feel. Spray foam insulation ensures maximum energy efficiency & year-round comfort. Outdoors, the property transforms into a true entertainer’s dream. The expansive outdoor kitchen is a private paradise, complete w/ rich cedar ceilings that add warmth & character, perfect for hosting gatherings or relaxing evenings at home.

Features

§ 02

Interior

  • Double Vanity
  • Kitchen Island
  • Kitchen Family Room Combo
  • Pantry
  • Self Closing Cabinet Doors
  • Self Closing Drawers
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Marble
  • Heat: Central
  • Heat: Gas
  • Cool: Central Air
  • Cool: Electric
  • Washer Hookup
  • Gas Dryer Hookup

Exterior & lot

  • Covered Patio
  • Deck
  • Fully Fenced
  • Fence
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Porch
  • Patio
  • Private Yard
  • Corner Lot
  • Views
  • Back Yard
  • Covered
  • Roof: Composition
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Attached
  • Garage

Community

  • Bay
  • Bayou
  • Water
  • Style: Traditional

Property Details

§ 03 · Full MLS record

Property

Property Type Residential
Property Sub Type Detached
Architectural Style Traditional
Year Built 1982
Year Built Source PublicRecords
New Construction No

Building

Stories 1
Levels One
Living Area 1,653 sq ft
Living Area Source Appraiser
Building Area Total 1,653 sq ft
Foundation Slab
Construction Brick
Roof Composition

Rooms & Baths

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms (total) 3
Bathrooms Full 2
Bathrooms Half 1
Rooms Total 7
Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Electric

Interior

Interior Features Double Vanity, Kitchen Island, Kitchen Family Room Combo, Pantry, Self Closing Cabinet Doors, Self Closing Drawers, Ceiling Fans
Flooring Marble
Laundry Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup
Windows Low Emissivity Windows, Storm Windows

Exterior

Exterior Features Covered Patio, Deck, Fully Fenced, Fence, Outdoor Kitchen, Porch, Patio, Private Yard
Patio / Porch Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
Fencing Back Yard
Pool Private No
View Yes
View Type Bay, Bayou, Water

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces 2
Attached Garage Yes
Parking Features Attached, Garage

Lot

Lot Size (acres) 0.1378
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Lot Features Corner Lot, Views

Location

County Galveston
MLS Area Major 33
MLS Area Minor Near West End
Subdivision Backbay
Postal Code 77551

Utilities

Heating Central, Gas
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Water Source Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Energy Efficient Doors, Hvac, Insulation, Windows

Taxes, Terms & Disclosures

Tax Annual Amount $4,343
Tax Year 2025
Tax Rate (est.) 0.87%
Parcel # 1280-0000-0021-000
Legal Description ABST 121 HALL & JONES SUR LOT 21 BACKBAY SUB
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, Investor Financing, Va Loan
Lease Considered No
Disclosures Seller Disclosure

Room Layout

§ 04 · 7 rooms · MLS-supplied

Main level · 7

Primary Bedroom 13X13
Bedroom 12X11
Bedroom 11X10
Dining Room 12X16
Kitchen 14X10
Utility Room 10X6
Living Room 24X18

MUD Disclosure (§49.452)

§ 03 · Data moat
● §49.452 Notice
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● What this tells you

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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
$3,358
30-YR FIXED · ADJUST ASSUMPTIONS BELOW
%
%
Principal & interest$2,996 Property tax$362 Homeowners insuranceTBD
Subtotal (P&I + Tax) $3,358

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
1.7190%
ALL 6 TAXING DISTRICTS · 2025 BILL
202320242025
MUD
→ stable
School
0.84%
→ stable
City
→ stable
County
0.32%
→ stable
Other districts
0.55%
→ stable

HOA & Community

§ 05
● HOA details
ANNUAL
Association name Management co. Website Phone Cert on filepending
● Community amenities
place_of_worship
Bible Baptist Church · 0.2mi
Saint Peter the Apostle Church · 0.1mi
Christian Heritage Church · 0.3mi
grocery
Heards Lane Food Store · 0.2mi
Ocean 13 · 0.6mi
Circle K · 0.6mi
park
Jones Park · 0.4mi
Washington Park · 0.6mi
Lee and Joe Jamail Bay Park · 0.7mi
daycare
New Life Day School · 0.4mi
Smile & Learn Klubhouse LLC · 0.7mi
Odyssey Academy - Galveston · 0.9mi
bank
Frost Bank · 0.5mi
Texas First Bank · 0.6mi
PNC Bank · 0.9mi
restaurant
Home Cut Donuts · 0.5mi
Cafe in the Park · 0.5mi
Los Lazos Tex Mex · 0.6mi

Broadband & Connectivity

§ 06 · Rolled up from MLS
● Max advertised speed at this address
5,000 Mbps
Fiber available · cable ok
Top fiber: AT&T
Fiber / DSL
AT&T
Speeds per provider
Cable
Xfinity
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

Environmental Risk

§ 08
X
FEMA Zone
Zone X · Minimal risk
Outside 100-year and 500-year floodplains. No flood insurance required by lender.
PANEL 48167C SFHA NO 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
8 comparable sales nearby · sold median $162/SFAddress-level sold detail is available to registered users. Reach out to Allen for the full comparable-sales report.

Subdivision & Master Plan

§ 10
● Master plan
Backbay
TIER: SUBDIVISION
Subdivision name (MLS)Backbay City · ZIPGalveston · 77551 CountyGalveston Listings in subdivision12 Active now1 Sold (last 12 mo)0 Curated amenities60
● Year-built distribution
1980s 1

Fire Protection

§ 11
Nearest station
Galveston Fire Department Station 4
Distance
1.2 mi
Straight-line from listing
ISO rating
Future data point
Avg. response
From incident log (future)

Neighborhood Demographics

§ 12 · Census tract 48167725800 · ACS 2023
Median HH income
$75,707
ACS 2023
Median home value
$298,900
Census self-report
Owner-occupied
42%
2,558 housing units
Bachelor's+
33%
Adults 25+
Median age
37.4
Population 5,208
Work from home
5%
of commuters
Commute 45min+
10%
of commuters
Below poverty
20.9%
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
28 Back Bay Circle, Galveston, TX 77551
Galveston County · 29.28°N, 94.84°W
place_of_worship
Saint Peter the Apostle Church
0.1 mi · 5 within 2 mi
grocery
Heards Lane Food Store
0.2 mi · 3 within 2 mi
park
Jones Park
0.4 mi · 3 within 2 mi
daycare
New Life Day School
0.4 mi · 1 within 2 mi
Interactive map coming in v0.2 — currently showing schematic placement.
● Listing History
Apr 16, 2026 Listed $499,000 Ryan Moody
Dec 31, 1981 Built
Status change events from HAR MLS (future: full audit trail)
● Disclosures & Attribution
Listed by Ryan Moody · RE/MAX Leading Edge
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 Apr 17, 2026.
MLS# 47164430 · LIST DATE: Apr 16, 2026 · PARCEL: 1280-0000-0021-000
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