Houston metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to Jamaica Beach, TX
$470,000Median listing price
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About Jamaica Beach
Jamaica Beach (pop. 1,078, 2020 census) is a 0.72-square-mile resort city on the west end of Galveston Island, bordered by the city of Galveston, West Bay, and the Gulf.
Home prices in Jamaica Beach
The median listing price in Jamaica Beach is $470,000.
Top places in Jamaica Beach
- Jamaica Beach city beach — Gulf-front access.
- Galveston Island State Park (adjacent) — 2,000 acres of beach, dunes, and bay marsh.
- Pirate-themed street signs (Blackbeard, Buccaneer, Captain Kidd).
- Karankawa Indian historical marker.
- Jamaica Beach RV resort and marina.
- West Bay fishing and kayaking.
Commuting from Jamaica Beach
- On the west end of Galveston Island, roughly 60 miles from downtown Houston; typical drive: approximately 70–90 minutes (approximate; via FM 3005/Seawall Blvd to I-45; longer in peak traffic or summer beach traffic).
Schools in Jamaica Beach
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.
Jamaica Beach FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Jamaica Beach, TX?
The median listing price in Jamaica Beach is $470,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Jamaica Beach, TX?
On the west end of Galveston Island, roughly 60 miles from downtown Houston; typical drive: approximately 70–90 minutes (approximate; via FM 3005/Seawall Blvd to I-45; longer in peak traffic or summer beach traffic). - Which school district serves Jamaica Beach, TX?
Jamaica Beach 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.