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What do beach homes cost in Galveston, Texas?

On October 3, 2026, 1,152 homes and condos were for sale in Galveston at a median asking price of $419,000, or $317 a square foot.

For sale on October 3, 2026

Galveston beach market

1,152
Homes and condos for sale
$419,000
Median asking price
$317
Median asking $/sq ft
96
Median days listed

The short answer

On October 3, 2026, 1,152 homes and condos were for sale in Galveston at a median asking price of $419,000, or $317 a square foot. 687 are under $500,000 and 160 are $1 million or more.

How long homes are sitting

The median listing has been on the market 96 days, and 484 of the 1,152 (42%) have been listed longer than 120 days. The market is balanced: some homes move quickly while others sit and cut price.

Condos, houses and the gulf

31% of what's for sale is condos or townhomes. 251 listings describe themselves as gulf-front, beachfront or gulf-view.

Short-term rentals

245 listings mention short-term rental use, rental income or rental history. Rental rules are set by the city or county and change, so confirm current permits and occupancy taxes before buying for income. Rick and Katy run their own luxury rentals on the coast and can walk through the numbers on any listing.

Insurance on the coast

Coastal Texas homes need windstorm coverage (through TWIA or a private carrier) and usually flood insurance. Premiums vary by elevation, age and construction, so ask for current quotes with every listing you consider.

How these numbers are measured

These figures are current listings, not closed sales: Texas does not publish sale prices, so asking prices are the public evidence. Counts are single-family homes, condos and townhomes for sale (leases excluded) in the town's zip codes on October 3, 2026. "Days listed" is days since the listing went live. Gulf-front and rental counts come from listing descriptions, so a listing that didn't mention it isn't counted.

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Galveston beach home questions

How much does a beach house cost in Galveston, TX?

The median asking price was $419,000 across 1,152 homes and condos for sale on October 3, 2026. Asking prices are not sale prices; in Texas, sale prices are not public.

What is the price per square foot in Galveston?

$317 a square foot at the median asking price. Gulf-front and newer homes ask well above that.

How long do homes stay on the market in Galveston?

The median current listing has been up 96 days; 42% have been listed for more than 120 days.

Are there condos for sale in Galveston?

31% of the homes for sale are condos or townhomes.

How many gulf-front homes are for sale in Galveston?

251 listings describe themselves as gulf-front, beachfront or gulf-view.

Can I buy a short-term rental in Galveston?

245 current listings mention rental use or rental income. Check the city's current short-term rental rules and taxes before you buy.

Are there beach homes under $500,000 in Galveston?

Yes: 687 of the 1,152 homes and condos for sale were under $500,000.

How many million-dollar homes are for sale in Galveston?

160 were listed at $1 million or more.

Is it a buyer's market in Galveston?

The market is balanced: some homes move quickly while others sit and cut price.

How do I see every listing in Galveston?

Ask Rick for a saved search on the Houston MLS; it emails new listings as they hit the market.

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