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Surge of Gilchrist/Port Bolivar listings and large Hwy 87 tract for sale

Surge of Gilchrist/Port Bolivar listings and large Hwy 87 tract for sale

Key Questions

What are some recent listings along Hwy 87 in Port Bolivar and Crystal Beach?

New listings include 819 Hwy 87 unimproved land near Rollover Pass, 3253 Hwy 87 Crystal Beach (3 beds, 2 baths, 1152 SqFt for around $450k, MLS#21275736), 1240 Gulf Rd (5BR beachfront), Lot 302 Bahama Ln unimproved, and a 26.5-acre waterfront tract at 77650 for $980k plus 969 Crystal Beach. Prices range from $259k to $1.15M in the 96 island west-end area. Port Bolivar has seen 4,455 county sales with an average price of $383k.

What details are available for the property at 3253 Hwy 87, Crystal Beach?

This single-family residence offers 3 beds, 2 baths, and 1,152 SqFt, listed for sale through Intero Real Estate (MLS#21275736). It is located in Crystal Beach, TX 77650, amid a surge of Galveston spillover listings. The property contributes to the active real estate market along Hwy 87.

What is the status of the Hwy 87 beach section from Sabine Pass to High Island?

A poll is active asking if the Hwy 87 stretch along the Gulf Coast should be rebuilt, closed since 1989 due to hurricanes Rita and Ike plus environmental hurdles. It once connected Sabine Pass to High Island. Closures continue to impact access.

What unimproved land is available near Rollover Pass?

819 Highway 87 is listed as unimproved land, offering a blank canvas for development with easy access via TX-87. It is proximate to Rollover Pass and connects to Crystal Beach areas. This fits into the surge of new listings in Gilchrist/Port Bolivar.

What active developments are mentioned in the area?

Active projects include Aria Palms, Gran Dia, Centurion, a 123-acre tract, 1010 Rollover ramp, and pier. Watch for sales, permits, and utilities amid the Hwy 87 listings surge. The area sees spillover from Galveston with multiple beachfront and waterfront opportunities.

Multiple new listings along Hwy 87/Port Bolivar amid Galveston spillover: 819 Hwy 87 unimproved (near Rollover Pass), 3253 Hwy 87 Crystal Beach (3/2 $450k MLS#21275736), 1240 Gulf Rd (5BR beachfront), Lot 302 Bahama Ln (TX-87 unimproved), 77650 waterfront index (26.5-acre $980k +969 Crystal Beach), 96 island west-end ($259k-$1.15M), 4,455 county sales (Port Bolivar $383k avg). Hwy 87 beach section (Sabine Pass-High Island) rebuild poll active amid closures since '89/Rita/Ike/env hurdles. Active: Aria Palms/Gran Dia/Centurion/123-acre/1010 Rollover ramp/pier. Watch sales/permits/utilities.

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Updated Apr 8, 2026