buying on the texas gulf coast: Waterfront Canal Home in Omega Bay La Marque, Galveston County Texas
- 02/05/11 12:02 PM
Waterfront Canal Homes in Omega Bay La Marque, Galveston County Texas Omega Bay waterfront canal home community located in La Marque, Galveston County Texas, has more to offer than just a wonderful price tag. This great community is located just off I-45 for easy access to Houston and surrounding areas. The commute to the Houston Metro area is an easy 40 mile drive. Galveston Island located just 10 miles across the causeway, gives way to the wonderful attractions of the island and the Gulf of Mexico. The homes of Omega Bay are built around 8 created canals that lead out … (3 comments)
When buying a beach front home on Galveston Island, there are a few special things you need to know.
1. Base Elevation – One of the first things to understand when purchasing property in or around Galveston Island is the base flood elevation (BFE). The base elevation is measured from the sea level to a point above the earth. On Galveston Island the lowest of zero to the highest of 15 feet. 2. Is the property you are planning to buy ‘Firm’ or ‘Pre-Firm?’ Firm =the official FEMA mapping of a community determining special hazard areas and the risk premium zones for … (3 comments)
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