Water Views

Address

18611 W De Vaca Lane, Galveston, TX

Listing Type

Active

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