Prepared by Diane Hibbs · eXp Realty
271 Muriel Street
La Marque, TX 77568
Expired Listing Review
Overview
A home with this much
to offer deserves a fresh look.
I am writing to you because I believe 271 Muriel Street has more going for it than the market has so far recognized. This is not about rehashing the past. It is about looking at the property honestly, seeing what works, and crafting a strategy that gets the attention it deserves.
A single-story corner lot with a game room, a private home office, and over thirteen hundred square feet of well-planned living space. That is a rare combination in any market. The question is not whether the house is right. The question is how we position it so the right buyers see it clearly.
Single-story corner lot with a dedicated game room for entertaining
Private home office, a feature that remote and hybrid buyers actively seek
Three bedrooms and one and a half baths in a smart, functional layout
Situated in Westridge, La Marque, with convenient access to I-45 and the Galveston County area
Market Snapshot
Why 0 days
tells us the story is not finished.
Four hundred and four days is a long time for any home to sit. But long market time does not mean the wrong house. It almost always means the right strategy has not been applied yet.
La Marque is a community with steady buyer interest, especially among those looking for established homes with character and room to make it their own. The La Marque and Texas City area draws buyers who work on the island, at the medical center, or anywhere along the I-45 corridor. A single-story home with a corner lot, a game room, and a dedicated office should be a standout in this market. When a property sits through an extended period, the conversation we need to have is about pricing, positioning, and how the home appears in buyer search results relative to the competition.
What Makes This Home Special
Two features that buyers
actively search for.
The Game Room
A dedicated game room is the kind of feature that separates a house from a home for many buyers. It is flexible space. It can be a media room, a kids' play area, a second living space, or a home gym. In a 1,345 square foot floor plan, having a room that is not a bedroom, not a kitchen, and not a hallway gives the home a versatility that buyers notice. This is a feature worth leading with.
The Private Home Office
Remote work is not going anywhere. A private home office is one of the most requested features in today's market. Buyers want a dedicated space where they can close the door, take a call, and focus. A home that offers this without sacrificing a bedroom or squeezing a desk into a corner of the living room has a real advantage. This is a feature that should be highlighted in every listing photo, every description, and every search result.
Strategic Moves
Three moves that change
the outcome.
These are the specific moves I would recommend to reposition 271 Muriel Street in front of the right buyers and create real momentum on the next attempt.
Lead With the Game Room and Office
Position the game room and private home office as the headline features. These are the differentiators that make buyers stop scrolling. Every listing photo, description, and search result should highlight the flexibility this floor plan offers. Buyers searching for a home with a dedicated office or bonus room need to see that this property delivers.
Precision Pricing Against Current La Marque Comps
Align the pricing with recent closed comparable sales in La Marque and the surrounding area so the home reflects what today's buyers expect. After 404 days, the market has shifted. Fresh pricing based on current data removes the resistance that may have been blocking traction and signals that this home is ready to move.
Targeted Outreach to I-45 Commuters and Remote Workers
Launch targeted digital campaigns aimed at buyers who work in Galveston, Texas City, or along the I-45 corridor and are looking for a single-story home with bonus space. The office and game room combination is a strong draw for remote and hybrid workers who need both a quiet workspace and a separate area for downtime.
A Different Kind of Approach
I lead with research and a calm read of the situation.
I work differently than most agents. I lead with data and a calm read of the situation, and I would rather help you make the right decision than push you toward a quick relist. My clients tell me that steadiness matters, especially after a listing period that did not go as planned.
I am not here to sell you on a new listing agreement. I am here to offer a clear, honest assessment of what 271 Muriel Street needs to succeed in this market. Whether that means working with me or simply having the information to make your next move with confidence, my goal is the same: help you move forward with clarity.
Diane Hibbs · eXp Realty · License #813481
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