Galveston, TX 77550 1227 Ball
$1,750,000
45 more
Presented By: Joe Tramonte Realty, Inc.;
Beds • 4
Full/Half Baths • 3 / 2
SQFT • 4,329
Garage • 3
Home Details
Allardyce Cottage is a beautifully preserved historic home, circa 1859, blending timeless architecture with refined modern updates. Set on 2 landscaped lots with abundant fruit trees, this elegant residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, soaring ceilings, original longleaf pine floors, crown molding, and plenty of natural light. Stained-glass accents add historic charm, while modern enhancements ensure comfort. The outdoor area features a covered patio, brick courtyard, sparkling pool, & gas fire pit, ideal for entertaining or quiet relaxation. A separate cottage includes a 555sf game room with wet bar, 1/2 bath, garage, plus a 320sf efficiency apartment with kitchenette and full bath, providing exceptional versatility. Additional highlights include a separate, detached 2-car garage with side street access, secure, custom fencing, and lush Zoysia lawn. Just minutes from the Gulf, Strand, UTMB, and downtown entertainment district, this landmark defines luxury coastal living at its best.
Presented By: Joe Tramonte Realty, Inc.;
Interior Features for 1227 Ball
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Possible5
Total Bedrooms4
Bathrooms
Half Baths2
Total Baths5
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAppraiser
Air Conditioning Y/NYes
Fireplace FeaturesGas Log
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringTile, Wood
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesWet Bar, Balcony, Butler's Pantry, Crown Molding, Dual Sinks, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Bath in Primary Bedroom, Pots & Pan Drawers, Pantry, Soaking Tub, Vanity, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s)
Total Fireplaces1
Window FeaturesLow-Emissivity Windows, Storm Window(s), Window Coverings
Other Rooms
Room TypeDining Room, Game Room, Guest Quarters, Living Room, Sunroom, Utility Room, Half Bath
General for 1227 Ball
AppliancesDouble Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Dryer, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Architectural StyleFrench Provincial, Historic/Antique
Attached Garage No
CityGalveston
Community FeaturesCurbs, Gutter(s)
Construction MaterialsBrick, Wood Siding
CoolingCentral Air, Electric, Attic Fan
CountyGalveston
DirectionsFrom Broadway, turn on 13th St towards downtown. Property located on the corner of 13th Street/Ball.
DisclosuresSeller Disclosure
Elementary SchoolGISD OPEN ENROLL
Elementary School District22 - Galveston
Energy EfficientExposure/Shade, Insulation, Water Heater, Windows
Full Baths3
Garage Spaces3
Garage Y/NYes
Green Indoor Air QualityVentilation
HeatingCentral, Gas
High SchoolBALL HIGH SCHOOL
High School District22 - Galveston
Lease Considered Y/NNo
Legal DescriptionABST 628 M B MENARD SUR LOTS 1 & 2 BLK 252 GALVESTON
LevelsTwo
Lot Size UnitsSquare Feet
MLS Area33
MLS Area MinorEast End
Middle/Junior High SchoolGISD OPEN ENROLL
Middle/Junior School District22 - Galveston
ModificationTimestamp2025-11-13T10:01:43.510-00:00
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresGarage Apartment, Shed(s)
Patio/Porch FeaturesBalcony, Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch, Rooftop
Pool FeaturesIn Ground
PostalCityGalveston
Property SubtypeDetached
Property TypeResidential
RoofComposition
Security FeaturesSmoke Detector(s)
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Stories Count2
Subdivision NameGalveston Townsite
Tax Annual Amount15419
Tax Year2025
Total Rooms10
Year Built1859
Year Built SourcePublic Records
Exterior for 1227 Ball
Building Area Total4329
Exterior AmenitiesBalcony, Covered Patio, Deck, Fully Fenced, Fence, Porch, Patio, Private Yard, Storage
FencingBack Yard
Foundation DetailsPillar/Post/Pier
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot, Subdivision, Side Yard
Lot Size Acres0.2365
Lot Size Area10300
Lot Size SourceAppraiser
Parking FeaturesAdditional Parking, Detached, Garage, Oversized
Road Surface TypeAsphalt, Paved
Water SourcePublic
Additional Details
Price History
Jeffrey Whitespeare
Founder/Owner