Homes for Sale/Galveston County/Crystal Beach/Sand Castle Beach 1
Active MLS #12386485 · 34 days on market

3225 Sea Castle Drive

Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Subdivision  ·  Sand Castle Beach 1
List Price
$399,000
$317/SF
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,260
Built
1988
Lot
0.24 ac
Garage
2-car
County
Galveston
Tax Rate
1.29%

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

Step outside on the impressive deck to enjoy the beautiful Sunrise in the morning with the Gulf Breeze and long, wonderful days on the beach, or relax as families gather around the dinner table to share a home-cooked meal, play games together, or relax around the stone fireplace on a cool beach winter evening with a cup of hot cocoa or a favorite cocktail. This charming, well-maintained 3rd-row beach home is nestled in the popular Sand Castle Subdivision, offering the perfect combination of classic coastal character, comfortable living, and investment potential. The home features 3 bedrooms,2 bathrooms, and a bonus room, providing plenty of space for family and guests and offering an additional flexible space that could be used as a private guest suite, game room, office, retreat, or additional entertaining area. Enjoy the coastal scenery from the huge deck, perfect for morning coffee, afternoon relaxation, or evening gatherings with family and friends, with an ocean view from the deck

Features

§ 02

Interior

  • High Ceilings
  • Window Treatments
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Dishwasher
  • Free Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Tile
  • Heat: Central
  • Heat: Electric
  • Cool: Central Air
  • Cool: Electric
  • Washer Hookup
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Exterior & lot

  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio
  • Deck
  • Porch
  • Patio
  • Private Yard
  • Storm Security Shutters
  • Cleared
  • Other
  • Subdivision
  • Views
  • Side Yard
  • Covered
  • Roof: Composition
  • Attached Carport
  • Additional Parking
  • Attached
  • Detached Carport

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 1988
Year Built Source PublicRecords
New Construction No

Building

Stories 1
Levels One
Living Area 1,260 sq ft
Living Area Source Appraiser
Building Area Total 1,260 sq ft
Construction Cement Siding, Wood Siding
Roof Composition

Rooms & Baths

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

Interior

Interior Features High Ceilings, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fans, Programmable Thermostat
Flooring Tile
Appliances Dishwasher, Free Standing Range, Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Windows Window Coverings
Security Smoke Detectors

Exterior

Exterior Features Balcony, Covered Patio, Deck, Porch, Patio, Private Yard, Storm Security Shutters
Patio / Porch Balcony, Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
Pool Private No
Waterfront Features Beach Front
View Yes
View Type Beach, Gulf, Water

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces 2
Attached Garage Yes
Carport Spaces 5
Parking Features Attached Carport, Additional Parking, Attached, Detached Carport, Driveway, Garage, Oversized

Lot

Lot Size (acres) 0.2445
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Lot Features Cleared, Other, Subdivision, Views, Side Yard

Location

County Galveston
MLS Area Major 33
MLS Area Minor Crystal Beach
Subdivision Sand Castle Beach 1
Road Surface Concrete
Postal Code 77650

Utilities

Heating Central, Electric
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Water Source Public
Sewer Septic Tank
Energy Efficient Thermostat

Taxes, Terms & Disclosures

Tax Annual Amount $5,137
Tax Year 2025
Tax Rate (est.) 1.29%
Parcel # 6270-0002-0006-000
Legal Description ABST 65 PAGE 11 LOT 6 BLK 2 SAND CASTLE BEACH
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, Investor Financing
Lease Considered No
Disclosures Seller Disclosure

Room Layout

§ 04 · 6 rooms · MLS-supplied

Main level · 6

Primary Bedroom 12x12
Bedroom 10x11
Bedroom 11x11
Kitchen 13x6
Dining Room 10'6"x 11'8"
Living Room 17x16

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
$2,824
30-YR FIXED · ADJUST ASSUMPTIONS BELOW
%
%
Principal & interest$2,396 Property tax$428 Homeowners insuranceTBD
Subtotal (P&I + Tax) $2,824

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
Valero Corner Mart · 0.5mi
ATM (ATM Link, Inc.) · 0.6mi
Neches go Atm · 1.4mi
restaurant
Stingaree · 1.2mi
Tia Juanita's Fish Camp · 2.2mi
Salty Bovine Pit House · 3.5mi
gym
Sweat Fitness · 2.3mi
post_office
United States Postal Service · 2.9mi
grocery
Swede's Quick Stop · 3.3mi
TJ's Discount Groceries · 4.4mi
park
· 7.0mi

Broadband & Connectivity

§ 06
Broadband not mappedWe have not yet resolved FCC provider data for this block.

Environmental Risk

§ 08
V
FEMA Zone
Zone VE · Coastal High Hazard
Coastal wave-action hazard zone. Flood insurance required.
PANEL 48167C BASE FLOOD ELEV. 16.0 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
1 comparable sale 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
Sand Castle Beach 1
TIER: SUBDIVISION
Subdivision name (MLS)Sand Castle Beach 1 City · ZIPCrystal Beach · 77650 CountyGalveston Listings in subdivision37 Active now2 Sold (last 12 mo)5 Curated amenities15
● Year-built distribution
1985s 1 2005s 1

Fire Protection

§ 11
Nearest station
Crystal Beach Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services
· Crystal Beach
Distance
3.5 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

Grocery

None within 1.5 mi

Schools

None within 1.5 mi

Parks

Crystal Beach Access
0.6 mi · 1 within 1.5 mi

Restaurants

Stingaree Restaurant & Marina
1.2 mi · 2 within 1.5 mi

Cafés

None within 1.5 mi

Gyms

None within 1.5 mi
Data: Google Places (refreshed every 7 days). Last fetched May 10, 2026.

Location & Neighborhood

§ 13
● This Home
3225 Sea Castle Drive, Crystal Beach, TX 77650
Galveston County · 29.48°N, 94.58°W
bank
Valero Corner Mart
0.5 mi · 5 within 2 mi
restaurant
Stingaree
1.2 mi · 1 within 2 mi
Interactive map coming in v0.2 — currently showing schematic placement.
● Listing History
Aug 20, 2026 Listed $399,000 Nicole Cheramie
Dec 31, 1987 Built
Status change events from HAR MLS (future: full audit trail)
● Disclosures & Attribution
Listed by Nicole Cheramie · Cobb Real Estate
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 21, 2026.
MLS# 12386485 · LIST DATE: Aug 20, 2026 · PARCEL: 6270-0002-0006-000
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