Life on Galveston is like living on vacation all year round. The sun, the beach, the water are there all the time. Furthermore, Galveston has some very intellectually stimulating aspects. The Strand and the East End Historical District in Galveston are a reminder of Galveston's historical significance as one of the oldest cities in Texas. Additionally, in recent years entertainment options have vastly expanded on the Island and they include the Schlitterban water park, Moody Gardens, Mardi Gras, and the Historic Homes Tour.

If Galveston is the right place for you, a multitude of living options are available. For example, if you want to be by the beach in your own home, try the peacefulness and tranquility of the west end. However, if you would like have an urban or metropolitan feel try a loft or town home downtown. Regardless of what suits you, if you want to live in a place where you can enjoy a relaxed vacation-like lifestyle with all of the amenities of an urban city, Galveston may be the place for you. Hopefully some of the people below can help guide you in finding and obtaining your special place on the Island.

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Agents

Barney Rapp - Barney Rapp, Realtors is one of the oldest and most respected real estate firms on the Island as it has provided the finest of services in the buying and selling of residential and commercial properties for almost 30 years.

Thomas Paine Realty - Known for their results, Thomas Paine Realty professionally markets beachfront, luxury and traditional Galveston real estate.

Back to the Island Properties - Billy Blues and Ruthi, two Real Estate agents and long time Galvestonians.

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Sand Castles Realty - Suzanne Corbin, 2316 Market Street, Galveston, Texas 77550 Phone: 409-744-5700 Fax: 409-762-6278

Sand 'N Sea Properties - Sand 'N Sea Properties specializes in selling Galveston Island real estate and vacation beach house rentals on West Galveston Island. 4127 Pirates Beach (mailing) 13706 FM 3005, Galveston, Texas 77554. 800-880-2554 or 409-797-5500.

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Title Companies

Stewart Title - 222 Kempner, Galveston, TX 77550 Phone: 409-763-4641 or 281-488-2600

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Home Insurance

Galveston Insurance Associates - 6025 Heards Ln Galveston, TX 77551, Phone: 409-740-1251

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Inspectors

South Coast Inspections - Mark Peebler, Licensed Inspector, Phone: 281-369-2029

Galveston County Home Inspections - Ted Shook - Phone: 409-740-0088

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Contractors

Buildrite Contractors - 6303 Broadway St, Galveston, TX 77551 Phone: (409) 740-0787

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