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Moving to Bayou Vista, TX
$387,000Median listing price
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About Bayou Vista
Bayou Vista (pop. 1,763, 2020 census) is a 0.45-square-mile canal city on the mainland side of Galveston Bay, just off the Texas City/Galveston causeway corridor.
Home prices in Bayou Vista
The median listing price in Bayou Vista is $387,000.
Top places in Bayou Vista
- Jones Bay canals — backyard boating and fishing.
- Bayou Vista Community Building and city marina area.
- Texas City Dike (nearby) — the world's longest man-made fishing pier.
- Galveston Bay shoreline sunsets.
Commuting from Bayou Vista
- Located on the Galveston Bay mainland side near Texas City, roughly 42 miles from downtown Houston; typical drive: approximately 50–65 minutes (approximate; via I-45; longer in peak traffic).
Schools in Bayou Vista
Public schools: Texas City Independent School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Bayou Vista FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Bayou Vista, TX?
The median listing price in Bayou Vista is $387,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Bayou Vista, TX?
Located on the Galveston Bay mainland side near Texas City, roughly 42 miles from downtown Houston; typical drive: approximately 50–65 minutes (approximate; via I-45; longer in peak traffic). - Which school district serves Bayou Vista, TX?
Bayou Vista is served by Texas City Independent School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.