Address
18611 W De Vaca Lane, Galveston, TX
Price
$ 1,175,000
Property Attributes
  • MLS#48400705
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyGalveston
  • CityGalveston
  • Area33 West End
  • NeighborhoodIndian Beach
  • Zip77554
  • Style
  • Year Built1989
  • Taxes$ 17426
  • Price$ 1,175,000
  • Bedrooms3
  • Full Bathrooms3
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage1887
  • Lot Size0.477 Acres
Data Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR)
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.

Elementary School Middle School High School
GISD OPEN ENROLL Elementary School GISD OPEN ENROLL Middle School BALL HIGH SCHOOL High School
Price History
2/27/2026 Listed $1,250,000
5/14/2026 6$1,175,000

General Features

Country US
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Central,Electric
Cooling Central Air,Electric
Roof Other
Appliances Dishwasher,Electric Cooktop,Microwave,Oven,Dryer,Refrigerator,Washer
HOA Fee 411
Association Fee Includes Common Areas
Patio/Porch Features Balcony
Architectural Style Contemporary/Modern
Construction Materials Stucco
Year Built 1989
View Beach,Gulf,Water
Stories Count 2
Levels Two
Property Subtype Detached
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Full Ownership
Waterfront Features Beach Front,Waterfront
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County Galveston
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Beach Rights,Beach Access
HOA true
Subdivision Name Indian Beach
Facing Direction West
Garage Y/N false
Total Rooms 10
Full Baths 3
Status Active
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.
ModificationTimestamp 2026-05-14T18:14:13.500-00:00
High School BALL HIGH SCHOOL
City Galveston
Disclosures Seller Disclosure
Association Name Athena Management Services
High School District 22 - Galveston
MLS Area 33
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Carport Spaces 1
Carport Y/N true
Elementary School GISD OPEN ENROLL
Tax Annual Amount 17426
Middle/Junior High School GISD OPEN ENROLL
MLS Area Minor West End
Lease Considered Y/N false
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Vacant
Middle/Junior School District 22 - Galveston
Elementary School District 22 - Galveston
Year Built Source Public Records
PostalCity Galveston
Legal Description ABST 121 HALL & JONES SUR LOT 24 BLK 1 INDIAN BEACH SEC 2

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Balcony,Kitchen Island,Kitchen/Family Room Combo,Bath in Primary Bedroom,Pots & Pan Drawers,Window Treatments,Loft
Flooring Laminate
Total Fireplaces 1
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Window Coverings
Fireplace Y/N true
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Washer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Loft,Living Room,Half Bath
LivingAreaSource Appraiser
Total Baths 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Balcony
Parking Features Attached Carport
Lot Features Cul-De-Sac,Views,Waterfront,Backs to Greenbelt/Park
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 20778
Building Area Total 1887
Lot Size Acres 0.477
Road Surface Type Asphalt
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Waterfront Y/N true
Private Pool false

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 77554

Price
AVG $860K
$1.18M
Taxes
AVG $12,830
$17,426
Year Built
AVG 1998
1989