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Moving to Galveston, TX
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About Galveston
Galveston is a resort city and deepwater port on Galveston Island at the southern end of the Houston metro, and the seat of Galveston County (pop. 53,695, 2020 census).
Home prices in Galveston
The median listing price in Galveston is $365,000.
Top places in Galveston
- The Strand National Historic Landmark District — Victorian-era shopping and dining.
- Seawall Boulevard beaches — 10 miles of Gulf beachfront with the 17-foot seawall.
- Moody Gardens — pyramids, aquarium, and rainforest attraction.
- Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier — amusement pier over the Gulf.
- Bishop's Palace (1892) and the East End Historic District — landmark Victorian architecture.
- Texas Seaport Museum and the tall ship Elissa (official Tall Ship of Texas).
- Schlitterbahn Galveston waterpark.
- Rosenberg Library — oldest continuously operating public library in Texas (1871).
Commuting from Galveston
- I-45 north from the island to downtown Houston: approximately 60–75 minutes (approximate; roughly 50 miles; heavy traffic or causeway congestion adds time).
- No commuter rail; Island Transit trolleys serve the island, and Amtrak Thruway buses connect to Houston.
Schools in Galveston
Public schools: Galveston 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.
Galveston FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Galveston, TX?
The median listing price in Galveston is $365,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Galveston, TX?
I-45 north from the island to downtown Houston: approximately 60–75 minutes (approximate; roughly 50 miles; heavy traffic or causeway congestion adds time). - Which school district serves Galveston, TX?
Galveston is served by Galveston 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.