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$1,390,000 Last Listed Price
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1227 Ball Street

Galveston, TX 77550
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths, 2 Half Baths
square feet
4,329 Ft²
$8,098
Est. Monthly

About This Property

The Allardyce Cottage, a meticulously preserved historic home built between 1859 & 1860 on 2 lots. The main home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 full & 1 half baths, with high ceilings, original longleaf pine floors, large windows & elegant crown molding. Stained glass windows provide old-world charm, while modern updates enhance its appeal. The outdoor space features a covered back patio, a brick paver courtyard with a stunning swimming pool, and an extended patio with a gas firepit & fruit trees. A 555 sq ft storage (currently used as a gameroom) with custom wet bar & half bath, along with 1car garage, offer entertainment options. Upstairs, a 320 sq ft efficiency apartment with kitchenette and full bath overlooks the courtyard. The property includes a detached 2 car garage with side street access, Zoysia grass & is enclosed by an ornate custom fence. Blending history & modern living for sophisticated living or a welcoming Air BnB or VRBO. Minutes from the beach, strand & Sealy Medical Center.
Unit Size
4,329 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.24 acres
Price per sqft
$321
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$1,272
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1859

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Last updated: 6 months ago (HAR #58389757)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Mar 5, 2026 Sold
Sold
Jan 28, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Nov 12, 2025 Listed by Joe Tramonte Realty, Inc. $1,750,000
Listed by Joe Tramonte Realty, Inc.
Allardyce Cottage is a beautifully preserved historic home, circa 1859, blending timeless architecture with refined modern updates. Set on 2 landscaped lots with abundant fruit trees, this elegant residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, soaring ceilings, original longleaf pine floors, crown molding, and plenty of natural light. Stained-glass accents add historic charm, while modern enhancements ensure comfort. The outdoor area features a covered patio, brick courtyard, sparkling pool, & gas fire pit, ideal for entertaining or quiet relaxation. A separate cottage includes a 555sf game room with wet bar, 1/2 bath, garage, plus a 320sf efficiency apartment with kitchenette and full bath, providing exceptional versatility. Additional highlights include a separate, detached 2-car garage with side street access, secure, custom fencing, and lush Zoysia lawn. Just minutes from the Gulf, Strand, UTMB, and downtown entertainment district, this landmark defines luxury coastal living at its best.
Jul 17, 2024 Sold
Sold
Jul 11, 2024 In contract -
In contract
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Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1859
  • Effective Year Built: 1985
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 0
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 15
  • Exterior Walls Type: 17
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 3
  • Floor Count: 150
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 9
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 4
  • Garage Square Area: 400
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 79
  • Porch Type: 77
  • Pool Type: 8

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10,300
  • Total Building Area: 3,454
  • Gross Building Area: 3,670
  • Building Area: 3,454
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,454
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 1
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: GALVESTON TOWNSITE
  • Land Acres: 0000000237
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: A1
  • State Land Use Code: A1
  • Legal Description 1: ABST 628 M B MENARD SUR LOTS 1 & 2 BLK 252 GALVESTON

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Galveston Independent School District
  • Census Tract: 724300

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 335-C
  • Parcel: 3505-0252-0001-000
  • Block: 252
  • Lot: 1,2
  • Municipality: GALVESTON CITY
  • Latitude: 29.3047
  • Longitude: -94.7808

    Address

  • Full Address: 1227 Ball
  • Address - House Number: 1227
  • Address - Street Name: Ball
  • State: TX
  • City Name: Galveston
  • Carrier Code: C014
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 5017
  • Zip Code: 77550

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $958,040
  • Tax Rate Code Area: S10

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1869
  • Valuation Date: Feb 07, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 75
  • Final Value: 1,299,045
  • High Value: 1,541,950
  • Low Value: 1,056,140

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $992,110
  • Market Land Value: $40,360
  • Market Improvement Value: $951,750

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $757,286

    Exemptions

  • Senior Citizen Exemption : Yes
  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 20, 2018
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Nov 26, 2018
  • Current Sale Document Type: 71
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2018069634
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: May 31, 2013
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: May 31, 2013
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 1227 Ball built and last sold?
The property at 1227 Ball was built in 1859 and last sold on Nov 20, 2018 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 1227 Ball is $1,730,416.
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