Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/24/2026
Listed
$1,250,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Welcome to Mermaid Manor, a rare first-row retreat in Galveston's Indian Beach community where Gulf breezes and open skies create an unforgettable coastal escape. Set on an oversized ¼-acre homesite, the property offers expansive outdoor living and a private bridge providing direct beach access. More than a home, Mermaid Manor is a destination. This proven luxury short-term rental has generated $100K+ annual bookings for four consecutive years, hosted 10 destination weddings, and earned a loyal five-star guest following. Light-filled living spaces, spacious ensuite bedrooms, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, with a convenient outdoor shower for sandy feet and elevated decks to capture Gulf views complete this fully furnished turnkey opportunity blending lifestyle, income, and memory by the sea.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 18611 W De Vaca Ln
General
- Price: $1,250,000
- HOA FEE: $34/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $17,426 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 48400705
- Updated: 2/28/2026
- Added to Site: 23 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Balcony, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Window Treatments, Loft
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Beach Rights, Beach Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Balcony
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached Carport
Location
- Area: 33
- County: Galveston
- Subdivision: Indian Beach
- Driving Directions: From I45 south, exit 61st Street and make a right. Go down to Seawall Blvd and make another right. Follow down to Kiva Road and make a left. Turn Left on West De Vaca Lane. House is at the end of the street.
- Direction Faces: West
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
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: Athena Management Services
- Assoc. Fees Include: Common Areas
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: Contemporary/Modern
- Construction: Stucco
- Roof: Other
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,887
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 1,887 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1989
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Property View: Beach, Gulf, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.477
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Views, Waterfront, Backs to Greenbelt/Park
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Beach Front, Waterfront
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $411
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $17,426
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Legal Description: ABST 121 HALL & JONES SUR LOT 24 BLK 1 INDIAN BEACH SEC 2
- Legal Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
- APN: 4131-0001-0024-000
- Section: 2
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Schools
Schools serving 18611 W De Vaca Ln
School District:Galveston Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Oppe Elementary School 2915 81st Street, Galveston, TX 77554 | PK-4 | 11 mi |
Weis Middle School 7100 Stewart Road, Galveston, TX 77551 | 5-8 | 11.9 mi |
Parker El 6802 Jones Drive, Galveston, TX 77551 | PK-4 | 12.1 mi |
AIM College & Career Prep 5200 Ave N 1/2, Galveston, TX 77550 | 6-12 | 13.4 mi |
Ball High School 4115 Avenue O, Galveston, TX 77550 | 9-12 | 14 mi |
Burnet Elementary School, Galveston, TX 5501 Ave S, Galveston, TX 77550 | PK-4 | 12.9 mi |
Morgan Elementary Magnet School 1410 37th Street, Galveston, TX 77550 | PK-4 | 14.4 mi |
Austin Middle School, Galveston, TX 1514 Avenue North 1/2, Galveston, TX 77550 | 5-8 | 15.9 mi |
Rosenberg El Laboratory for Learning and Leading 721 10th Street, Galveston, TX 77550 | PK-2 | 16.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 18611 W De Vaca Ln
Tax History
Tax History for 18611 W De Vaca Ln
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$17,530
-16%
$1,027,930
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2023
$20,955
42%
$1,027,080
-16%
2018
$14,710
-27%
$1,216,750
19%
2022
$20,273
35%
$1,020,000
38%
2021
$15,038
7%
$739,920
16%
2020
$14,113
—
$635,290
6%
2019
$14,055
-4%
$597,500
-2%
2018
$14,710
4%
$607,060
5%
2017
$14,132
1%
$580,580
—
2016
$13,939
-1%
$580,000
—
2015
$14,093
—
$580,000
26%
2015
$14,093
23%
$459,700
—
2013
$11,473
—
$459,700
—
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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18611 W De Vaca Lane, Galveston, TX 77554 (MLS# 48400705) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 18611 W De Vaca Lane is currently listed for $1,250,000 and was received on February 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 18611 W De Vaca Lane? 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.