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$655,504$214 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $398,800 on Mar 16, 2018

3217 AVENUE R

GALVESTON, TX 77550
2
Baths
3,061 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$656K
$573K low$738K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$398,800 · Mar 16, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,425 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$481,130 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$93,820
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$387,310
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$664,640
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$481,130

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.28
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.85%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Apartments (Generic)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyGALVESTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Window A/C
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 372 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Morgan Elementary Health, Medical Science and Engineering Magnet
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
H
Ball High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Austin Middle School
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Galveston Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 77550These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.173
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,895
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,311 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,945
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.70°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

3217 Avenue R measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 89% of homes in Galveston County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Galveston 77550
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Galveston 77550
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Galveston County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Galveston 77550

What homes are worth in Galveston 77550

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$128K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Galveston 77550.

How it measures up in Galveston 77550

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Galveston 77550.

Estimated value$655,504
CheaperTypical $353,433Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$214
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area3,061 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 4,051 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 3217 Avenue R ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGalveston 77550Galveston County
Estimated valuepricier than$655,50487% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21430% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than3,061 ft²91% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac73% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than198583% of homes40% of homes

About 3217 Avenue R

How much is 3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX is $655,504 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $573,232 to $737,776. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX last sell?

3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX last sold on Mar 16, 2018 for $398,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX?

3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX has 2 bathrooms, 3,061 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX built?

3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX?

3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX is assigned to Morgan Elementary Health, Medical Science and Engineering Magnet (elementary); Ball High School (high), rated C; Austin Middle School (middle). All sit in Galveston Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX compare to other homes in Galveston 77550?

Among the 9,334 homes in Galveston 77550, it is worth more than 87% of them ($655,504 against a typical $353,433), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($214 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,061 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 4,051 ft²) and it is newer than 83% of them (1985 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Galveston County, it is worth more than 89% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3217 Avenue R, Galveston, TX was $11,425. The county assessed it at $481,130.

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