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$799,000 Last Listed Price
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4138 Defender Lane

Galveston, TX 77554
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
1,795 Ft²
$923,457
RealtyHop Estimate
15.58%
Since Aug 1, 2021
National-US
Primary Model

About This Property

Looking for beautiful gulf views from a 30x20 covered deck with easy access to the beach from two dune walkovers, and constant gulf breezes?  Look no more.  You have found it!  Playa San Luis is adjacent to one of the widest beaches in Galveston with abundant dunes and wetlands.   The view is the star of the show but the home has so many great features including open, bright, living and kitchen areas with views of the deck and beach, stainless appliances including ice maker; five bedrooms, two full baths plus one half bath, bunkroom, large garage for excellent storage, and extra covered parking.  The home would perfect for a weekend getaway, full time residence, or short term rental income property.  Come see your new island home!
Unit Size
1,795 Ft²
Days on Market
-
Land Size
0.15 acres
Price per sqft
$445
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
$832
HOA Dues
$58
Year Built
2013

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Last updated: 6 months ago (HAR #89621277)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jul 23, 2025 Listed $899,900
Listed
Welcome to Galvestons West End featuring a five bedroom, three bath home with beachfront views in the Playa San Luis community. Walk out your door to the 1.5 mile long non-driving beach, fully maintained by the HOA. The home features an open floor plan, with living, dining and kitchen all blending seamlessly. Two bedrooms on the first floor & 3 bedrooms up, including in home laundry and a bonus loft style office area. The oversized deck is perfect for the gorgeous Galveston sunrises and listening to the waves in the evening. Premium finishes include custom woodwork, recessed LED lighting, window treatments, & stainless appliances. Upgrades include two new HVACs and new tile flooring installed in 2022, a full bathroom addition in 2023 and brand new first floor luxury vinyl plank in 2024. The Playa San Luis subdivision has a tunnel that allows you to access the bayside pool, and close to HWY 288 to avoid I-45 traffic. The home conveys fully furnished. No damage due to the recent storms!
May 14, 2025 Price Decreased $950,000
↓ $49K (4.9%)
Price Decreased
Apr 26, 2025 Listed $999,000
Listed
Welcome to Galvestons West End featuring a five bedroom, three bath home with beachfront views in the Playa San Luis community. Walk out your door to the 1.5 mile long non-driving beach, fully maintained by the HOA. The home features an open floor plan, with living, dining and kitchen all blending seamlessly. Two bedrooms on the first floor & 3 bedrooms up, including in home laundry and a bonus loft style office area. The oversized deck is perfect for the gorgeous Galveston sunrises and listening to the waves in the evening. Premium finishes include custom woodwork, recessed LED lighting, window treatments, & stainless appliances. Upgrades include two new HVACs and new tile flooring installed in 2022, a full bathroom addition in 2023 and brand new first floor luxury vinyl plank in 2024. The Playa San Luis subdivision has a tunnel that allows you to access the bayside pool, and close to HWY 288 to avoid I-45 traffic. The home conveys fully furnished. No damage due to the recent storms!
Nov 1, 2024 No longer available -
No longer available
Aug 8, 2024 Price Decreased $1,050,000
↓ $50K (4.6%)
Price Decreased
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Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 2013
  • Effective Year Built: 2014
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 0
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 0
  • Construction Type: 6
  • Building Style: 15
  • Exterior Walls Type: 17
  • Interior Walls Type: 3
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 3
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Floor Cover: 9
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 600
  • Parking Space Count: 6
  • Patio Type: 79
  • Porch Type: 7
  • Pool Type: 0
  • Location Influence Type: 60

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6,316
  • Total Building Area: 2,395
  • Gross Building Area: 2,395
  • Building Area: 1,795
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 1
  • Heating: 3
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,795
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 1
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: PLAYA SAN LUIS (88)
  • Land Acres: 0000000145
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: A1
  • State Land Use Code: A1
  • Legal Description 1: ABST 121 HALL & JONES SUR LOT 47 BLK 1 PLAYA SAN LUIS I SUB

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Galveston Independent School District
  • School Tax School District: S10
  • Census Tract: 726102

Zoning

  • Zoning: PD

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 534-C
  • Parcel: 5903-0001-0047-000
  • Block: 1
  • Lot: 47
  • Municipality: GALVESTON CITY
  • Latitude: 29.1104
  • Longitude: -95.0867

    Address

  • Full Address: 4138 Defender Ln
  • Address - House Number: 4138
  • Address - Street Name: Defender
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ln
  • State: TX
  • City Name: Galveston
  • Carrier Code: R004
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 6604
  • Zip Code: 77554

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $1,490,900
  • Tax Rate Code Area: S10

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2175
  • Valuation Date: Apr 03, 2024
  • Confidence Score: 70
  • Final Value: 941,681
  • High Value: 1,146,534
  • Low Value: 736,827

    Market Valuation

  • Market Total Value: $865,670
  • Market Land Value: $209,060
  • Market Improvement Value: $656,610

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $865,670
  • Assessed Land Value: $209,060
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $656,610

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 14, 2022
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Nov 16, 2022
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 27
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 70752
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Jul 08, 2021
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Jul 07, 2021
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 71
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 4138 Defender Lane built and last sold?
The property at 4138 Defender Lane was built in 2013 and last sold on Nov 14, 2022 for $1,005,480.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 4138 Defender Lane is $908,899.
What are some comparable homes to 4138 Defender Lane?
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