Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/20/2025
Listed
$455,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Discover the charm of seaside living in this turnkey, fully furnished beach house! Nestled in the sought-after Emerald Beach community, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath retreat offers the perfect blend of relaxation and investment potential. Step inside this two-story coastal gem, where water views greet you from the wrap-around deck and porch, perfect for soaking in the salty breeze and stunning sunsets. Thoughtfully designed for comfort and convenience, this home features spacious, well-appointed bedrooms, two full baths for easy living, power storm shutters for peace of mind, garage & ample storage, outdoor shower-ideal for rinsing off after a day at the beach. Whether looking for a serene getaway or a lucrative rental investment, this move-in-ready beach house is your ideal seaside sanctuary.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 970 Townsend Dr
General
- Price: $455,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Houston
- MLS ID: 42706221
- Updated: 12/20/2025
- Added to Site: 29 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Double Vanity, Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Tub Shower, Vanity
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring: Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Patio, Storm/Security Shutters
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio, Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage
Location
- Area: 33
- County: Galveston
- Subdivision: Emerald Beach
- Driving Directions: From the intersection of State Highway 87 and Skyline Drive (entrance to Emerald Beach Subdivision) head south on Skyline Drive and turn right. Go to the last road where Skyline Turns into Townsend and curves to the left. The house will be the 2nd house in the left.
- 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
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Central, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Aerobic Septic, Septic Tank
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Construction: Cement Siding
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 1,476
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Living Area: 1,476 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 2010
- Year Built Source: Public Records
Lot Features
- Property View: Beach, Water
- Lot Size Source: Appraiser
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 110
- Lot Features: Subdivision, Views
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, Investor Financing, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Full Ownership
- Legal Description: ABST 179 J SHAW SUR LOT 404 EMERALD BEACH
- Exclusions: Please see list in attachments
- Legal Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
- APN: 3200-0000-0404-000
- Section: 1
Listed by eXp Realty LLC (888) 519-7431, Ronda Schaub (713) 898-8593 and eXp Realty LLC (888) 519-7431, Daniel Zamora (888) 519-7431
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Ronda Schaub
eXp Realty LLC
713-898-8593
Daniel Zamora
eXp Realty LLC
888-519-7431
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Schools
Schools serving 970 Townsend Dr
School District:Galveston Independent School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Crenshaw El And Middle 406 Hwy 87, Bolivar Peninsula, TX 77650 | PK-8 | 2.3 mi |
Rosenberg El Laboratory for Learning and Leading 721 10th Street, Galveston, TX 77550 | PK-2 | 12.1 mi |
Austin Middle School, Galveston, TX 1514 Avenue North 1/2, Galveston, TX 77550 | 5-8 | 12.7 mi |
AIM College & Career Prep 5200 Ave N 1/2, Galveston, TX 77550 | 6-12 | 14.9 mi |
Ball High School 4115 Avenue O, Galveston, TX 77550 | 9-12 | 14.3 mi |
Morgan Elementary Magnet School 1410 37th Street, Galveston, TX 77550 | PK-4 | 13.9 mi |
Burnet Elementary School, Galveston, TX 5501 Ave S, Galveston, TX 77550 | PK-4 | 15.4 mi |
Parker El 6802 Jones Drive, Galveston, TX 77551 | PK-4 | 16.2 mi |
Weis Middle School 7100 Stewart Road, Galveston, TX 77551 | 5-8 | 16.4 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 970 Townsend Dr
Tax History
Tax History for 970 Townsend Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,031
6%
$402,482
-15%
2023
$5,665
16%
$472,960
15%
2018
$4,865
7%
$413,000
47%
2022
$4,538
—
$281,620
—
2021
$4,535
-4%
$281,620
4%
2020
$4,728
-3%
$271,000
8%
2018
$4,865
-8%
$250,000
-7%
2017
$5,265
—
$269,000
—
2016
$5,280
1%
$269,900
3%
2015
$5,226
—
$263,150
17%
2015
$5,226
13%
$224,790
-10%
2019
$4,640
6%
$250,000
11%
2013
$4,365
—
$224,790
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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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- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 2 days ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
970 Townsend Drive, Port Bolivar, TX 77650 (MLS# 42706221) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 970 Townsend Drive is currently listed for $455,000 and was received on December 20, 2025. Want to learn more about 970 Townsend Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Port Bolivar? You can browse all Port Bolivar real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.