1428 Ball Galveston 77550

Spectacular double galleried corner lot home on an oversize lot in the heart of the East End Historic District. According to the Galveston Architecture Guidebook, the home was completed right before the 1900 storm and was built by jeweler Michael Shaw the first jeweler in Texas. In additon to the 4195 sq ft home, there is a 792 sq ft. garage apartment over the detached 2- car garage on this 10300 sq ft lot. Architectural highlights abound in this 5 bedroom 3.5 bath home. Incredible wood trim and floors throughout with high ceilings, pocket doors, 8 fireplaces, a 40' central hallway culminating at a curved stairwell and eat- in kitchen. 2 large storage rooms one on each floor, full attic and finished ground floor provides ample storage. The first floor office could be a downstairs primary. if needed. 2nd Fl extra room is currently a large walk in closet. Utility room on 2nd Floor. Historic District Design Guidelines apply. Close and convenient to beach UTMB and downtown.