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$389,000

For Sale - Active
16700 Moby Dick, Galveston, TX 77554
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,620 Square Feet
0.32 Acres Lot
Built in 1993
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 3 days ago
Updated: Oct 07, 2025 at 10:06AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$610
Cap Rate
3.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-8.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.67
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-3.9%

Property Description


0.32 Acres Lot
Built in 1993
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Welcome to 16700 Moby Dick in Jamaica Beach. This charming coastal home sits on two full lots and features an open living and dining area with vaulted ceilings, natural light throughout, and beautiful white quartz breakfast bar. Step out onto the sunrise deck and sip your morning coffee while Gulf breezes drift by—or head downstairs to the spacious covered patio with swing and concrete drive, perfect for BBQs, beach days, and gathering with friends. The enclosed two-car garage has space for vehicles, golf carts, and beach gear. Behind the garage, a bonus area known as the "Tipsy Turtle" offers a relaxed, coastal-inspired hangout cave ideal for game nights, cocktails, or just unwinding after a day in the sun. The second lot provides added outdoor space or potential for future improvements. Just minutes from sandy shores, the community pool, parks, boat ramps, and local dining, this home blends location and flexibility for full-time living, vacation use, or as an investment property.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached, Garage
  • Details: Attached, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Partial): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Siding (Alum/Vinyl)
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Roof Material: Composition

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • Association: JBIC
  • HOA Fee: $50/annually

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 420300010006000
  • Lot Size: 13799 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Other
  • Year Built: 1993

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $6,703

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric

Location

  • County: Galveston

Listing Details


Listed by:
Marta Peralta
Keller Williams Realty Metropolitan
(713) 881-9654

Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 73498491
Houston Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$610
Cap Rate
3.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-8.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.67
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-3.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$389,000
Amount financed:
-$311,200
Down payment:
$77,800
Closing costs:
$11,670
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$89,470
Square feet:
1,620
Cost per square foot:
$240
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.60

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$311,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,841
Property tax:
$559
Insurance:
$182
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,582

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,600 $31,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$156 -$1,872
Operating income:
$2,444 $29,328

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (21%)
21%-$559-$6,703
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$182-$2,184
Property management: (8%)
8%-$208-$2,496
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$130-$1,560
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$130-$1,560
HOA fees: (0%)
0%-$4-$48
Total operating expenses: (47%)
47%-$1,213-$14,551

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,231 $14,772
Mortgage payments:
-$1,841 -$22,092
Cash flow:
-$610 -$7,320