Charli McCabe

189 Driftwood Drive

City by the Sea, TX
$ 699,500 Beds 3 Baths 2 Sq 2,172
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Welcome to your serene canal-front retreat nestled in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and coastal charm. Step inside to find two spacious living areas. The kitchen and main living areas boast water views. The primary suite is a true sanctuary, featuring direct access to a private courtyard, which has been newly redone. Each of the additional bedrooms offers comfort and privacy for family or visitors. PLUMBING has been recently updated in a large portion of the house! Boating and fishing enthusiasts will love the updated bulkhead, fish cleaning station, and convenient water access right from your backyard. Enjoy additional storage space under the deck for all your gear and tools, keeping everything organized and within reach. Mostly furnished, this home is ready for you to move in and start enjoying waterfront living immediately.

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  • Price
  • $ 699,500
  • City
  • City by the Sea
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • Aransas
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • 85
  • Lot Size
  • 0.1377 Acres
  • Zip
  • 78336
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,172
  • Year Built
  • 1969
  • Taxes
  • $ 5384
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 35956547
Listed By: RE/MAX Land & Homes on the Bay;
Data Source: Houston Association of REALTORS® (HAR)

Features

General

Country US
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Window Unit
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Roof Metal
HOA Fee 200
Architectural Style Other
Construction Materials Stucco
Year Built 1969
Stories Count 1
Levels One
Property Subtype Detached
Tax Year 2025
Waterfront Features Canal Front,Waterfront
Assoc Fee Paid Per Annually
County Aransas
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA true
Subdivision Name City By The Sea
Garage Y/N false
Total Rooms 3
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions From the North, Keep right onto HWY 35 BYP. In .06 miles, turn left onto SH-188. In 1.5 miles, turn right onto SH-35 Loop. in .4 miles, turn left onto Port Saint Claire. In 200ft turn left onto Gulf Gate Blvd. At the end of the road, turn right onto Driftwood, the house will be on the right.
ModificationTimestamp 2026-08-14T14:08:50.477-00:00
High School ROCKPORT-FULTON HIGH SCHOOL
City City by the Sea
Disclosures Other
Association Name City by the Sea
High School District 310 - Aransas County
MLS Area 85
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Elementary School LIVE OAK 1-3 LEARNING CENTER
Tax Annual Amount 5384
Middle/Junior High School ROCKPORT-FULTON MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lease Considered Y/N false
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 310 - Aransas County
Elementary School District 310 - Aransas County
Year Built Source Public Records
PostalCity City by the Sea
Legal Description CITY BY THE SEA UNIT 3, LOT 135

Interior Features

Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Total Bedrooms 3
LivingAreaSource Appraiser
Total Baths 2

Exterior Features

Lot Features Waterfront
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 5998
Foundation Details Slab
Building Area Total 2172
Lot Size Acres 0.1377
Lot Size Source Appraiser
Waterfront Y/N true
Private Pool false

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the College Station, TX office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School LIVE OAK 1-3 LEARNING CENTER Elementary School
Middle School ROCKPORT-FULTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle School
High School ROCKPORT-FULTON HIGH SCHOOL High School

Price History

1/7/2026 Listed $719,000
4/30/2026 Listed $716,500
7/8/2026 2% - $699,500

Property vs Zip Code Average in 78336

Price
AVG $750K
$700K
Taxes
AVG $8,455
$5,384
Year Built
AVG 1993
1969

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189 Driftwood Drive City by the Sea, TX is a Single Family Home for sale at $699500 with 2172 sqft and a lot size of 0.1377 Acres Acre(s). 189 Driftwood Drive City by the Sea has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1969. The property's zip code is 78336 which is in City by the Sea, TX

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Charli McCabe

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