Overview: Fish Village is a quiet East End neighborhood with affordable elevated homes, known for its family- friendly feel and proximity to East Beach.
Location & Access: Located near UTMB and Stewart Road, just minutes from East Beach and downtown.
Schools & Services: Part of Galveston ISD; UTMB campus and local services are nearby.
Housing Types & Vibe: Primarily single-family homes with modest, practical designs. The vibe is laid-back and neighborly.
History & Origins: Developed mid-20th century as workforce housing, it has grown into a desirable family neighborhood.
Amenities & Outdoors: Close to parks, boat ramps, and East Beach for recreation.
STR Snapshot: Primarily long-term residents; short-term rentals are less common.
Flood & Insurance Notes: Elevated homes mitigate flood risk; insurance required.
What sets this community apart:
No dedicated POA/HOA found. Informal, workforce-housing-era neighborhood; governance is civic, not covenant-based.
Affordable mid-20th-century homes near UTMB and East Beach; streets named after fish; family-friendly, laid-back.
22,031 people live in Fish Village, where the median age is 37.2 and the average individual income is $36,520. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Fish Village has 9,228 households, with an average household size of 2.2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Fish Village do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 22,031 people call Fish Village home. The population density is 5,572.41 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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