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$169,000

For Sale - Active
3506 Cove View Blvd Apt 506, Galveston, TX 77554
1 Bed
1 Bath
732 Square Feet
732.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1983
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 16 hours ago
Updated: Sep 20, 2025 at 10:10AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$426
Cap Rate
2.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.47
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-8.7%

Property Description


732.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1983
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Welcome to Palms at Cove View, located just steps from the Gulf of Mexico! This 2nd Floor 1/1 unit is offered FULLY FURNISHED and has been updated beautifully. This unit is an active short-term rental that would make for a great investment property. Recent upgrades include paint, flooring, and upgraded HVAC. The condo is centrally located, so you're never too far from all that Galveston has to offer. Trips to town, Moody Gardens, and the grocery store will be a breeze. The complex offers a pool, exercise room, and clubhouse. The unit is turnkey and ready for your enjoyment! Book your showing Today

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Property Details


Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 1

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 3
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Siding (Alum/Vinyl)
  • Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Roof Material: Composition

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • Association: Palms at Cove View
  • HOA Fee: $443/monthly

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Condominium Unit

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 557700000506000
  • Lot Size: 31885920 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Style: Other
  • Year Built: 1983

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $3,443

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: Electric

Location

  • County: Galveston

Listing Details


Listed by:
Kyle Watts
Gulf Coast Palms Corporation
(281) 928-6245

Source:
Houston Association of REALTORS
MLS#: 55928450
Houston Association of REALTORS

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$426
Cap Rate
2.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.47
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-8.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$169,000
Amount financed:
-$135,200
Down payment:
$33,800
Closing costs:
$5,070
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$38,870
Square feet:
732
Cost per square foot:
$231
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.19

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$135,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$800
Property tax:
$287
Insurance:
$112
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,199

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$1,600 $19,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$96 -$1,152
Operating income:
$1,504 $18,048

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (18%)
18%-$287-$3,443
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$112-$1,344
Property management: (8%)
8%-$128-$1,536
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$80-$960
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$80-$960
HOA fees: (28%)
28%-$443-$5,316
Total operating expenses: (71%)
71%-$1,130-$13,559

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$374 $4,488
Mortgage payments:
-$800 -$9,600
Cash flow:
-$426 -$5,112