Homes for Sale/Galveston County/Gilchrist/Dunes At Bolivar 2002
Active MLS #78815201 · 114 days on market

970 Bolivar Dunes Boulevard

Gilchrist, TX 77617
Subdivision  ·  Dunes At Bolivar 2002
List Price
$555,000
$339/SF
Beds
3
Baths
2
Sq Ft
1,635
Built
2008
Lot
0.42 ac
Garage
0-car
County
Galveston
Tax Rate
1.11%

Schools

§ 03
District
Elementary HIGH ISLAND SCHOOL N/R
Middle HIGH ISLAND SCHOOL N/R
High HIGH ISLAND SCHOOL CCMR 76% · Grad 100% B
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

Ocean-view escape meets income potential! This stunning beach retreat is designed for unforgettable weekends, relaxed coastal living & short-term rental appeal w/ breathtaking ocean views from a massive 180-degree deck that is partially covered for year-round enjoyment. The elevated design creates a spacious covered entertaining area below the home, complete w/ outdoor shower & added storage for beach gear. Inside, soaring ceilings, tile floors, crown molding & walls of windows create a bright, easy-care interior. The open living area features built-in speakers & an entertainment center, flowing into a stylish kitchen w/ black granite counters, rich cabinetry, SS appliances, large bar & breakfast nook. Two oversized bedrooms offer flexibility for multiple beds & share a full bath, while the main suite includes tray ceilings, sitting area & spacious double-sink bath. A spiral staircase leads to a large loft ideal for games, extra sleep space or lounge. Near shops, eateries & boat ramps!

Features

§ 02

Interior

  • All Bedrooms Down
  • High Ceilings
  • Main Level Primary
  • Pantry
  • Sitting Area In Primary
  • Tub Shower
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Kitchen Dining Combo
  • Living Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric Oven
  • Electric Range
  • Disposal
  • Microwave
  • Tile
  • Heat: Central
  • Heat: Electric
  • Cool: Central Air

Exterior & lot

  • Covered Patio
  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Storage
  • Subdivision
  • Views
  • Covered
  • Rooftop
  • Roof: Composition
  • Attached Carport
  • Additional Parking
  • None

Community

  • Beach
  • Canal
  • Gulf
  • Water
  • Style: Traditional

Property Details

§ 03 · Full MLS record

Property

Property Type Residential
Property Sub Type Detached
Architectural Style Traditional
Year Built 2008
Year Built Source PublicRecords
New Construction No

Building

Stories 2
Levels Two
Living Area 1,635 sq ft
Living Area Source Appraiser
Building Area Total 1,635 sq ft
Construction Cement Siding
Roof Composition

Rooms & Baths

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms (total) 2
Bathrooms Full 2
Bathrooms Half 0
Rooms Total 9

Interior

Interior Features All Bedrooms Down, High Ceilings, Main Level Primary, Pantry, Sitting Area In Primary, Tub Shower, Ceiling Fans, Kitchen Dining Combo, Living Dining Room
Flooring Tile
Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave
Laundry Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Windows Storm Windows

Exterior

Exterior Features Covered Patio, Deck, Patio, Storage
Patio / Porch Covered, Deck, Patio, Rooftop
Pool Private No
View Yes
View Type Beach, Canal, Gulf, Water

Parking & Garage

Garage Spaces 0
Carport Spaces 3
Parking Features Attached Carport, Additional Parking, None

Lot

Lot Size (acres) 0.4178
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Lot Features Subdivision, Views

Location

County Galveston
MLS Area Major 33
MLS Area Minor Caplen
Subdivision Dunes At Bolivar 2002
Postal Code 77617

Utilities

Heating Central, Electric
Cooling Central Air, Electric
Water Source Other, Public
Sewer Other

Taxes, Terms & Disclosures

Tax Annual Amount $6,154
Tax Year 2023
Tax Rate (est.) 1.11%
Parcel # 3096-0000-0013-000
Legal Description DUNES AT BOLIVAR (2002) ABST 31, LOTS 11 & 13
Listing Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, Va Loan
Lease Considered No
Disclosures Seller Disclosure

Room Layout

§ 04 · 9 rooms · MLS-supplied

Main level · 8

Bedroom 17x12
Bathroom 10x5
Bedroom 13x12
Living Room 25x18
Kitchen 13x13
Dining Room 12x9
Primary Bathroom 11x8
Primary Bedroom 20x14

Second level · 1

Game Room 25x7

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
$3,846
30-YR FIXED · ADJUST ASSUMPTIONS BELOW
%
%
Principal & interest$3,333 Property tax$513 Homeowners insuranceTBD
Subtotal (P&I + Tax) $3,846

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
1.5430%
ALL 4 TAXING DISTRICTS · 2025 BILL
202320242025
MUD
→ stable
School
1.16%
→ stable
City
→ stable
County
0.32%
→ stable
Other districts
0.06%
→ stable

HOA & Community

§ 05
● HOA details
ANNUAL
Association name Management co. Website Phone Cert on filepending
● Community amenities
restaurant
JayLa's Bar & Grill · 2.9mi
Stingaree · 3.9mi
Tia Juanita's Fish Camp · 5.3mi
bank
Valero Corner Mart · 3.5mi
ATM (ATM Link, Inc.) · 3.6mi
Neches go Atm · 4.5mi
gym
Sweat Fitness · 5.3mi
post_office
United States Postal Service · 5.9mi
grocery
Swede's Quick Stop · 6.4mi
TJ's Discount Groceries · 7.5mi

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. 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
No comps within 0.5 mi in the last 90 daysExpand the search radius via the "Full report" CTA.

Subdivision & Master Plan

§ 10
● Master plan
Dunes at Bolivar 2002
TIER: SUBDIVISION
Subdivision name (MLS)Dunes at Bolivar 2002 City · ZIPGilchrist · 77617 CountyGalveston Listings in subdivision36 Active now3 Sold (last 12 mo)2 Curated amenities14
● Year-built distribution
2000s 1 2005s 1 2015s 1

Fire Protection

§ 11
Nearest station
Crystal Beach Volunteer Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services
· Crystal Beach
Distance
6.4 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
970 Bolivar Dunes Boulevard, Gilchrist, TX 77617
Galveston County · 29.49°N, 94.54°W
No curated amenities within 2 mi yet.
Interactive map coming in v0.2 — currently showing schematic placement.
● Listing History
Jun 1, 2026 Listed $555,000 Celeste Taylor-Velasco
Dec 31, 2007 Built
Status change events from HAR MLS (future: full audit trail)
● Disclosures & Attribution
Listed by Celeste Taylor-Velasco · Redfin Corporation
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# 78815201 · LIST DATE: Jun 1, 2026 · PARCEL: 3096-0000-0013-000
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