When was property at 4919 Austin Drive built and last sold?

The property at 4919 Austin Drive was built in 1960 and last sold on Mar 1, 2024 for $298,252.

How much is this home worth?

The estimated value of the home located at 4919 Austin Drive is $273,097.

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Galveston

77551

Lasker Park

4919 Austin Drive

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$265,000

↓ $20K (7%)

● House - For Sale

4919 Austin Drive

Galveston, TX 77551

2 Beds

1 Bath

1,064 Ft²

$1,783

Est. Monthly

About This Property

Charm, character, and convenience come together at this beautifully updated cottage in Galveston's desirable Palm Gardens neighborhood. Situated on a fenced corner lot shaded by mature oak trees, this furnished home is move-in ready and full of personality. Step inside to discover a bright, inviting interior featuring exposed shiplap walls, crown molding, cork flooring, original windows that flood the home with natural light, and a cozy electric fireplace. The thoughtfully designed kitchen offers ample workspace and storage for everyday living or entertaining. Two spacious bedrooms share a spa-inspired bath complete with designer tile, a soaking tub, and walk-in shower. Outside, enjoy island living from the charming front porch or unwind beneath the home where a covered patio and porch swings create the perfect entertaining space. Bonus off-street parking for up to 2 vehicles underneath the home. Centrally located near beaches, restaurants, shopping, and all the Island has to offer.

Unit Size

1,064 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

0.13 acres

Price per sqft

$249

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

$482

HOA Dues

Year Built

1960

Listed By

Susanna Mayberry

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RE/MAX Leading Edge

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Last updated: 2 days ago (HAR #49784780)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Oct 28, 2026	Price Decreased	$265,000 ↓ $20K (7%)
Price Decreased
Aug 7, 2026	Price Decreased	$285,000 ↓ $10K (3.4%)
Price Decreased
Jun 15, 2026	Temporarily off market	-
Temporarily off market
Jun 15, 2026	Listed by RE/MAX Leading Edge	$295,000
Listed by RE/MAX Leading Edge
May 29, 2025	Price Decreased	$310,000 ↓ $5K (1.6%)
Price Decreased
May 1, 2025	Price Decreased	$315,000 ↓ $20K (6%)
Price Decreased
Mar 28, 2025	Price Decreased	$335,000 ↓ $5K (1.5%)
Price Decreased
Mar 19, 2025	Price Decreased	$340,000 ↓ $10K (2.9%)
Price Decreased
Feb 18, 2025	Price Decreased	$350,000 ↓ $25K (6.7%)
Price Decreased
Jan 28, 2025	Listed by RE/MAX Leading Edge	$375,000
Listed by RE/MAX Leading Edge

	Welcome to 4919 Austin Drive. This treasure is nestled in the Palm Gardens Neighborhood in Galveston's Mid-Town area. Sitting on a corner lot and fully fenced, you will first notice the beautiful oak trees out front as well as the double staircase leading to the cute front porch. Inside has been totally remodeled and features exposed shiplap, crown molding, cork floors, original windows with beautiful panes that offer tons of natural light, an electric fireplace, and a kitchen made for a chef! The two bedrooms flank the spa-like bathroom with designer tile, a waik-in shower and soaking tub. Take entertaining outside and enjoy the downstairs patio, which gives you extra living space to entertain complete with two chair swings! This gem conveys fully-furnished. Come and take your tour... you will not e disappointed! Bonus off-street parking for up to two vehicles underneath house!!
Mar 1, 2024	Sold	Premium
Sold
Feb 13, 2024	In contract	-
In contract
Feb 1, 2024	Price Decreased	$338,000 ↓ $22K (6.1%)
Price Decreased
Jan 20, 2024	Price Decreased	$360,000 ↓ $19K (5%)
Price Decreased
Dec 27, 2023	Price Decreased	$379,000 ↓ $6K (1.6%)
Price Decreased
Nov 23, 2023	Listed by Coldwell Banker TGRE	$385,000
Listed by Coldwell Banker TGRE

	Welcome to Palm Gardens, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of midtown Galveston! Don't miss this recently renovated 2 bed, 1 bath raised cottage located in a quiet part of bustling Galveston Island. Original cork floors highlight the many other features like exposed ship lap, new appliances and lighting, tankless water heater, crown molding, new driveway and many more! Living room features an electric fireplace and ample windows that bring in plenty of natural light. Large oak trees add charm and shade on hot days. Whether you’re relaxing inside or hosting friends and family in the private, recently updated patio area under the house, this home has everything you need for island living. Just minutes to Downtown, Gulf of Mexico, and Moody Gardens. Make sure to check out the Upgrades & Amenities list in Attachments for more info on all that this unique island cottage has to offer! Sale includes all existing appliances, furniture and household items!
Jul 4, 2023	No longer available	-
No longer available
May 31, 2023	Sold	Premium
Sold
Feb 22, 2023	Listed by eXp Realty LLC	$418,900
Listed by eXp Realty LLC

	Adorable vintage 2 bedroom 1 bath raised cottage in the heart of Galveston. This home features a chefs kitchen with custom cabinets and great storage. Beautiful cork floors, exposed ship-lap and crown molding. Spacious bedrooms and a large living room with wonderful natural light. Great outside space that includes a large front porch and fabulous patio to relax or entertain. Also, included on property is a 2 car garage and a spacious 800sq ft 1/1 garage apartment with beautiful wood floors, wood work throughout as well as vintage tile in the kitchen! Too much to list, this home is a must see! The manager has listed the unit size as 1064 square feet.
Jul 13, 2021	Sold	Premium
Sold
May 6, 2021	Listed by Tom's Galveston Real Estate	$349,000
Listed by Tom's Galveston Real Estate

	Lovely environmentally sensitively renovated and 2 bedroom 1 bath raised cottage in the heart of Galveston. FSC certified, formaldehyde free wood and cabinetry, no-VOC paints and stains. Spectaculary renovated kitchen and bathroom: Chefs kitchen and ultimate bathroom with a tub for two! Custom cabinets throughout kitchen & great storage. Beautiful cork floors floors in spacious sunlight filled rooms. Great outside spaces with porch and patio. Included on property is a 2 car garage and garage apt. The spacious, 800sq ft 1/1 garage apartment, has beautiful wood floors and wood work on the doors, door frames, and base boards. Vintage tile in the kitchen is a plus! Favorable flood insurance See list of improvements in Docs.

Property Highlights

Garage

Fireplace

Parking Details

Has Carport

Parking Features: Attached Carport

Interior Details

Full Bathrooms: 1

Interior Features: High Ceilings, 2 Primary Bedrooms

Appliances: ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Water Heater, Disposal, Refrigerator, Electric Oven, Microwave, Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer Included, Washer Included

Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Has Fireplace

Fireplace Features: Electric

Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Details

Square Footage: 1064

Architectural Style: Traditional

Year Built: 1960

Building Area Total: 1064

Window Features: Shutters, Window Coverings

Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Wood Siding

Patio and Porch Features: Porch

Lot Features: Corner Lot, Subdivided, Wooded, 0 Up To 1/4 Acre

Lot Size Area: 0.1251

Lot Size Units: Acres

Lot Size Acres: 0.1251

Lot Size Square Feet: 5449.356

Water Source: Public

Financial Details

Tax Annual Amount: $5,778

Utilities Details

Cooling Type: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Heating Type: Electric

Sewer : Public Sewer

Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1960

Effective Year Built: 2010
Building Count: 2
Bedroom Count: 0
Bathroom Count: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 2
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: 100
Living Units: 1
Floor Cover: 9
Basement Type: 0
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 1
Garage Square Area: 720
Parking Space Count: 3
Patio Type: 79
Porch Type: 102
Pool Type: 0

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 5,450

Total Building Area: 2,504
Gross Building Area: 2,504
Building Area: 1,784
Building Area Measurement: L

Heating and Cooling

Air Conditioning: 1

Heating: 3
Heated Square Feet: 1,784
Heating Fuel Type: 3

Utilities

Sewer System: 1

Water Service: 0

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Subdivision: PALM GARDENS
Land Acres: 0000000125
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: A1
State Land Use Code: A1
Legal Description 1: ABST 628 PAGE 98 LOT 61 PALM GARDENS

Neighborhood

School District Name: Galveston Independent School District

School Tax School District: RFL
Census Tract: 725300

Zoning

Zoning: 1F1

Geography

Assessors Map Reference: 357-A

Parcel: 5580-0000-0061-000
Lot: 61
Municipality: GALVESTON CITY
Latitude: 29.2897
Longitude: -94.8215

Address

Full Address: 4919 Austin Dr

Address - House Number: 4919
Address - Street Name: Austin
Address - Suffix Type: Dr
State: TX
City Name: Galveston
Carrier Code: C037
4-Digit Zip Code: 4532
Zip Code: 77551

Valuation

Tax

Tax Year: 2022

Tax Amount: $443,350
Tax Rate Code Area: S10

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.1875

Valuation Date: Mar 13, 2024
Confidence Score: 75
Final Value: 328,474
High Value: 390,089
Low Value: 266,860

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Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $456,890

Market Land Value: $66,760
Market Improvement Value: $390,130

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2023

Assessed Total Value: $330,627

Sales

Current Sale Contract Date: Mar 01, 2024

Current Sale Recording Date: Mar 04, 2024
Current Sale Price:

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Current Sale Document Type: 27
Current Sale Input Document Number: 9620
Previous Sale Recording Date: May 31, 2023
Previous Sale Contract Date: May 31, 2023
Previous Sale Amount: $450,072
Previous Sale Document Type: 27

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Comparables

About Lasker Park

Stats & Trends

Median Asking:

$345,000

Sale Price/ft²

$237

Below Asking

0.03%

Average Days on Market

Average Home Size

1799 ft²

Average Home Age

72.5 years

Currently For Sale

71 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Listed by: Susanna Mayberry, RE/MAX Leading Edge
Last Updated: 2 days ago
Data Source: HAR , MLS# 49784780

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