Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/20/2025
Listed
$362,500
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MLS
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Property Description
The Black Pearl, a totally renovated 1907 shotgun cottage, is a recognized Landmark property blending historic charm with modern updates. The 840 sq. ft., two-bedroom, one-bath home features an open island kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Updates include new plumbing, electrical, central air/heat, kitchen, and bath. Original woodwork was restored, and historically accurate doors were installed. A 500 sq. ft. air-conditioned space in the garage offers endless possibilities. Enjoy rebuilt front and back porches, a covered entertaining area, storage, a utility room, and a garage. The landscaped backyard adds to the charm. Located just four blocks from the beach, this home is perfect as a vacation retreat or short-term rental. All furnishings stay, making it move-in or rental-ready. Don't miss this stunning piece of Galveston history!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1426 Avenue M
General
- Price: $362,500
- Taxes: $5,871 (2024)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 22196155
- Updated: 1/15/2026
- Added to Site: 91 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Balcony, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Programmable Thermostat
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Covered Patio, Deck, Fence, Patio, Private Yard, Storm/Security Shutters
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Balcony, Covered, Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: 33
- County: Galveston
- Subdivision: Galveston Townsite
- Driving Directions: Heading south on Broadway turn right on 15th Street. Turn left on Avenue M. Property is on the left.
- Direction Faces: South
School Information
- Elem School District: 22 - Galveston
- Midd School District: 22 - Galveston
- High School District: 22 - Galveston
- Elementary School: GISD OPEN ENROLL
- Middle School: GISD OPEN ENROLL
- High School: BALL HIGH SCHOOL
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional, Historic/Antique
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,340
- Sq. Ft. Source: Owner
- Living Area: 1,340 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1907
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage Apartment
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0353
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Features: Cleared
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Appliances, Lighting, Thermostat
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,871
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Investor Financing, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: ABST 628 M B MENARD SUR PT OF LOTS 13 & 14 (13-2) BLK 14 GAL
- Legal Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
- APN: 3505-0014-0013-002
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Schools
Schools serving 1426 Avenue M
School District:Galveston Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Austin Middle School, Galveston, TX 1514 Avenue North 1/2, Galveston, TX 77550 | 5-8 | 0.1 mi |
Rosenberg El Laboratory for Learning and Leading 721 10th Street, Galveston, TX 77550 | PK-2 | 0.5 mi |
Morgan Elementary Magnet School 1410 37th Street, Galveston, TX 77550 | PK-4 | 1.6 mi |
AIM College & Career Prep 5200 Ave N 1/2, Galveston, TX 77550 | 6-12 | 2.7 mi |
Ball High School 4115 Avenue O, Galveston, TX 77550 | 9-12 | 2 mi |
Burnet Elementary School, Galveston, TX 5501 Ave S, Galveston, TX 77550 | PK-4 | 3 mi |
Parker El 6802 Jones Drive, Galveston, TX 77551 | PK-4 | 3.9 mi |
Weis Middle School 7100 Stewart Road, Galveston, TX 77551 | 5-8 | 4 mi |
Oppe Elementary School 2915 81st Street, Galveston, TX 77554 | PK-4 | 5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1426 Avenue M
Tax History
Tax History for 1426 Avenue M
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,386
19%
$338,370
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2023
$4,536
176%
$339,252
20%
2018
$1,642
-48%
$282,710
66%
2022
$3,161
-7%
$169,880
3%
2021
$3,417
30%
$165,390
42%
2020
$2,635
60%
$116,510
75%
2018
$1,642
-1%
$66,570
-1%
2017
$1,666
-10%
$67,320
-11%
2016
$1,855
-11%
$75,870
-13%
2019
$2,085
30%
$86,980
35%
2015
$1,599
—
$64,620
31%
2015
$1,599
28%
$49,270
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2013
$1,253
—
$49,270
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1426 Avenue M, Galveston, TX 77550 (MLS# 22196155) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1426 Avenue M is currently listed for $362,500 and was received on October 20, 2025. Want to learn more about 1426 Avenue M? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Galveston? You can browse all Galveston real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.