3727 Avenue R

Galveston, TX 77550

$399,000
Price
5
Beds
3,384 Sq. Ft.
$118 / Sq. Ft.
3,384
Sq. Ft.
$118
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By CompassActive Under Contract
Listed By CompassActive Under Contract
3727 Avenue R is a spacious 3,384 sq ft duplex on a large gated lot.
The duplex is located one block from Galveston College.
The beach, pleasure pier, downtown and UTMB are also nearby.
The front fence is adorned with blooming jasmine that smells delightful this time of year.
The home is located on a corner lot and off street parking is accessed from 38th Street. The fence and pergola on the west side is covered in gorgeous blooming peggy martin roses.
There is a private outdoor shower located on the ground level of the home. The upstairs and downstairs units each have private access to the back yard.
Amazing!! The covered outdoor patio is a room of its own and is a wonderful space to relax and​​‌​​​​‌​​‌‌​‌‌​​‌​​​​‌​​​‌‌​‌‌‌ entertain.
The outdoor patio can be screened in to maximize comfort year around.
The home is located on a spacious lot with space for a pool and is surrounded by mature oleanders and lush climbing peggy martin roses.
View of the foyer looking into Unit 1 located downstairs and the stairs leading up to Unit 2.
Unit 1 living room. Unit 1 features 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
Unit 1 living room looking towards the dining room. Room features gorgeous glass pocket doors.
The dining room is incredibly spacious with a large storage closet. The hallway leads to the bedrooms and bathroom 1.
Unit 1 dining room. The dining room features built ins and leads to the kitchen.
Unit 1 kitchen. The kitchen is large enough for a small island and a kitchen table!
Unit 1 kitchen
Unit 1 kitchen. See the small island and a kitchen table, view of the addition which leads to the second bathroom and laundry room.
Unit 1 laundry. Washer and dryer convey, see the convenient laundry sink.
Unit 1 hallway leading to second bathroom and the door leading to the rear patio is around the corner.
Unit 1, second bathroom features a spacious walk in shower. Easily accessible to the outdoor patio as well.
Unit 1 view of hallway facing the laundry and kitchen to the right and the door to the outdoor patio to the left.
Unit 1 view of access to the rear staircase leading up to Unit 2. Door leads to the back patio.
Unit 1 bedroom 1.
Unit 1 bedroom 2.
Unit 1 bathroom 2.
Rear staircase leading up to Unit 2. Check out the oar railing!
Unit 2 landing with office nook is light filled.
Unit 2 rear hallway facing the kitchen to the right and bathroom 2 and bedroom 3 to the left. See the unique home exterior wood prior to the remodel.
Unit 2 kitchen is spacious enough for a kitchen table.
Unit 2 kitchen.
Unit 2 kitchen with in kitchen dining facing the rear hallway.
Unit 2 dining room is currently being used as a den, and is spacious and mirrors the layout of Unit 1.
Unit 2 dining room facing the living room. Glass pocket doors are featured in this unit as well.
Unit 2 living room with view of the dining room and sliding pocket doors.
Unit 2 living room.
Unit 2 upstairs front landing, door leads to front porch.
Unit 2 bedroom 3.
Unit 2 bedroom 1.
Unit 2 bathroom 2.
Unit 2 bedroom 2, features private access to upstairs balcony.
Unit 2, the upstairs balcony is private and offers a quiet space to enjoy the outdoors.
Unit 2 bathroom 1 is oversized and includes laundry and an abundance of storage throughout!
Unit 2 bathroom 1.
The outdoor shower is private and convenient for rinsing off after a day at the beach.
The rear addition was constructed in 2010 and the exterior is hardie plank.
There is a covered golf cart cabana located in the back yard.
The oversized rear deck is located off of the covered porch.
Floorplan of Units 1 and 2.

Description

Graciously sited on a large lot just one block from Galveston College and only half a mile from the beach, this classic 1924 duplex presents a fantastic opportunity to restore and elevate a property rich in character and potential. At 3,394 square feet, the home offers a large, spacious layout with generous living areas throughout and is filled with enduring architectural details. The home was renovated with a rear addition in 2010 that blends nicely with the original structure. Unit 1 is 2 bed/2...Graciously sited on a large lot just one block from Galveston College and only half a mile from the beach, this classic 1924 duplex presents a fantastic opportunity to restore and elevate a property rich in character and potential. At 3,394 square feet, the home offers a large, spacious layout with generous living areas throughout and is filled with enduring architectural details. The home was renovated with a rear addition in 2010 that blends nicely with the original structure. Unit 1 is 2 bed/2 full bath. Unit 2 is 3 bed/2 full bath. Both feature original hardwood floors and natural light, is separately metered for water and electricity, and includes its own dedicated laundry space with a utility sink. The gorgeous outdoor setting features mature landscaping with oversized oleanders, fragrant jasmine, Peggy Martin roses, and a wonderfully spacious covered outdoor lounge area that is perfect for relaxing and entertaining. There is a golf cart cabana, an outdoor shower and sink.

Listing Agent

  1. Kristi Buehring

    Kristi Buehring

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    TREC #0736147

    P: (713)-480-3042

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Property Details for 3727 Avenue R

Architectural Style
Traditional
Subdivision Name
Galveston Outlots
LISTING UPDATED: 05/12/2026 12:44 PM

Property Details for 3727 Avenue R

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #59430103
Days on Market19
Taxes$5,164 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeResidential / Duplex
Year Built1924
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,588 SF
CountyGalveston County
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Building Information for 3727 Avenue R

Stories2Residences-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,588 SF

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Property Information for 3727 Avenue R

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Directions: From Broadway, go south on 37th street, take a right on Avenue R, home is located on the left side of the street on the corner of 38th and Avenue R.
  • Map Coordinate: 774Z
  • MLS Area Major: 33
  • MLS Area Minor: East End
  • Unparsed Address: 3727 Avenue R
  • Water Source: Public
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage YN: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,164
  • Tax Legal Description: ABST 628 M B MENARD SUR LOT 1 NE BLK 135 GALVESTON OUTLOTS
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • Elementary School: GISD OPEN ENROLL
  • Elementary School District: 22 - Galveston
  • High School: BALL HIGH SCHOOL
  • Middle Or Junior School: GISD OPEN ENROLL
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 3384.0
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 5590.0
  • Lot Size Source: Appraiser
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet
  • Acres Description: 0 Up To 1/4 Acre
Property and Assessments
  • Disclosures: Seller Disclosure
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Parcel Number: 3510-0135-1001-000
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 0
  • Year Built Source: Owner
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Cement Siding, Unknown
  • Foundation Details: Pillar Post Pier
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Pool Area: No
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Stories: 2
Room Information
Room Information
  • Human Modified YN: Yes
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: to be verified
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: to be verified
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: to be verified
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: to be verified
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: to be verified
  • Room Level: First
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: No

Property History for 3727 Avenue R

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 12, 2026

Active Under Contract

HARMLS #59430103

—
Apr 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #59430103

—
Apr 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #59430103

$399,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/12/2026

Active Under Contract

HARMLS #59430103

—
04/22/2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #59430103

—
04/22/2026

Listed (Active)

HARMLS #59430103

$399,000

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

Public Records for 3727 Avenue R

Taxable ValueLand$101,120Additions$383,600Total$484,720
Tax Record2024$2,915 ($243 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,384 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,384 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,589 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1960Year Renovated1995CountyGALVESTONAPN3510-0135-1001-000

Schools near 3727 Avenue R

This home is within Galveston Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Oppe Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Parker Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Burnet Elementary School
Public - PK to 4
Crenshaw Elementary And Middle School
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Oppe Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Parker Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Burnet Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

Crenshaw Elementary And Middle School
PublicPK to 8

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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