232 Garfield St

La Porte, TX 77571

$735,000
Price
3
Beds
3,651 Sq. Ft.
$201 / Sq. Ft.
3,651
Sq. Ft.
$201
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Tucked along the Bay in La Porte, this meticulously maintained, classic bay home offers relaxed coastal living with front-row water views. The main home features three bedrooms and inviting living spaces, while a private garage apartment includes a kitchenette, living room, and full bath - perfect for guests. A dreamy screened back porch captures refreshing bay breezes and views and is ideal for relaxing, napping and watching the ships pass by. Enjoy world class fishing off the back shoreline and...Tucked along the Bay in La Porte, this meticulously maintained, classic bay home offers relaxed coastal living with front-row water views. The main home features three bedrooms and inviting living spaces, while a private garage apartment includes a kitchenette, living room, and full bath - perfect for guests. A dreamy screened back porch captures refreshing bay breezes and views and is ideal for relaxing, napping and watching the ships pass by. Enjoy world class fishing off the back shoreline and its a short drive to the Houston Yacht Club. The spacious first floor features, a large living room with plenty of storage, a cozy den with views, a sunlit dining and sun room, and a fully equipped kitchen and butler's pantry. A gated driveway adds privacy and peace of mind. Minutes from local restaurants, dining, and downtown La Porte. The quaint front facade features a wrap around porch and lush landscaping which complete this rare waterfront retreat. Make a point to see this waterfront gem.
  1. Listed by Leslie Buratti • TREC #0650323 • Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty - Bay Area
    P: (281)-886-4033 C: (281)-886-4033 leslie.buratti@sothebys.realty

Property Details for 232 Garfield Street

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Sylvan Beach
Waterfront Features
Bay Front, Waterfront
View
Bay, Water
View YN
Yes
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 01/31/2026 12:02 PM

Property Details for 232 Garfield Street

StatusActive
MLS #77951445
Days on Market15
Taxes$12,395 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1931
Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,300 SF
CountyHarris County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty - Bay Area, Leslie Buratti, TREC #0650323
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Building Information for 232 Garfield Street

Stories2Year Built1931Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 9,300 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,615 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,582

Property Taxes

$1,033

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 232 Garfield Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Directions: Take I-610 S and TX-225 E to TX-146 in La Porte. Exit from TX-146 S. Left on Wharton Weems Blvd, Left on Broadway St to S R St. Right on Garfield and the house is on the right at the end of the road.
  • Map Coordinate: 580G
  • MLS Area Major: 7
  • MLS Area Minor: La Porte/Shoreacres
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Unparsed Address: 232 Garfield Street
  • Water Source: Public
Parking
  • Attached Garage YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Detached, Electric Gate, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Workshop In Garage
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Annual Amount: $12,395
  • Tax Legal Description: TR 3 & S 56.5 FT OF LTS 1 & 2 BLK 6 SYLVAN BEACH
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: BAYSHORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
  • Elementary School District: 35 - La Porte
  • High School: LA PORTE HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: LA PORTE J H
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 3651.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: Subdivision, Views, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 9300.0
  • Lot Size Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet
  • Acres Description: 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Property and Assessments
  • Disclosures: None
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Ownership: Full Ownership
  • Parcel Number: 035-208-006-0003
  • Property Sub Type: Free Standing, Detached
  • Property Type: Single-Family, Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 0
  • Year Built Source: PublicRecords
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Doors, Hvac, Lighting, Thermostat, Windows
  • Green Indoor Air Quality: Ventilation
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Curbs
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Door Features: Insulated Doors
  • Exclusions: Select pieces of art and furniture. See Exhibit A
  • Exterior Features: Covered Patio, Deck, Fence, Sprinkler Irrigation, Patio, Private Yard, Storm Security Shutters
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier
  • Other Structures: Garage Apartment
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Pool Area: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Security Features: Security Gate, Security System Leased, Smoke Detectors
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Attic Fan
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Butlers Pantry, Crown Molding, Jetted Tub, Pantry, Wired For Sound, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fans, Programmable Thermostat
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, ElectricDryerHookup, GasDryerHookup
  • Levels: Two
  • Other Equipment: Reverse Osmosis System
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room Nook, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Game Room, Garage Apartment, Guest Quarters, Living Room, Pantry, Sunroom, Utility Room
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Low Emissivity Windows, Window Coverings
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified YN: Yes
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 9.9
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Sunroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 10
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: BreakfastRoomNook
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 23 x 11.6
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: GameRoom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 11
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 13.5 x 13.9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: PrimaryBedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 25.8 x 13.9
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Den
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 11.5 x 9.9
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 13.8 x 9.9
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: DiningRoom
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 11.4
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 21 x 19.5
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: LivingRoom
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: No

Property History for 232 Garfield Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 23, 2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #77951445

$735,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/23/2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #77951445

$735,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 232 Garfield Street

Taxable ValueLand$247,975Additions$216,025Total$464,000
Tax Record2024$3,222 ($269 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,123 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,123 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,300 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1931CountyHARRISAPN0352080060003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 232 Garfield Street

This home is within La Porte Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bayshore Elementary School
Public - K to 5
La Porte J High School
Public - 7 to 8
La Porte High School
Public - 9 to 12
Highpoint - Daep
Public - 9 to 11
Rating
School
Distance
Bayshore Elementary School
PublicK to 5

La Porte J High School
Public7 to 8

La Porte High School
Public9 to 12

Highpoint - Daep
Public9 to 11

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 232 Garfield Street, La Porte, TX 77571

232 Garfield Street is a single family home for sale in La Porte, TX 77571. This property was listed for sale on January 23, 2026 by Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty - Bay Area, it's currently listed at $735,000. This listing's school district is La Porte Independent School District. Nearby schools include Bayshore Elementary School, La Porte J High School and La Porte High School. 232 Garfield Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 3,651 sqft single family home built in 1931.

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Listing Courtesy of Martha Turner Sotheby's International Realty - Bay Area, Leslie Buratti, TREC #0650323

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