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Institutional Seller | One Moody Plaza | 395,182 SF | Reserve Sub $5/FT

1902 Market Street,
Galveston, TX 77550
Represented by
Marcus & Millichap

Asset Snapshot

Real Estate
Asset Type
Office
Property Type
CBD Office
Office Subtype
1972
Year Built
23
Floor Count
1
Building Count
144
Parking Spots
1.79 Acres
Land Area
395,182 SF
Property Size

Offering Summary

Investment Highlights

  • 395,000+ SF Downtown Galveston Tower:  A 23-story, 357-ft skyscraper built in 1972 with an additional 78,000 SF basement garage, anchoring the Galveston CBD office market.
  • NRHP-Listed Galveston Landmark Office: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2021, opening the door to federal historic tax credit programs.
  • Dual State & Federal Historic Designation: Designated a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark and added to the NRHP simultaneously in 2021.
  • Galveston Island's Prime Office Market: Galveston draws millions of visitors yearly as Texas's premier Gulf Coast island market.
  • Value-Add Repositioning Opportunity: 395,182 SF of underutilized space offers real upside through lease-up, renovation, or conversion.
  • City Economic Development Support & Incentive Pathways: The City of Galveston has expressed direct support for the sale process, including assisting buyers with community/economic development information, guidance around potential historic tax credit and local incentive opportunities. Contact Michele Hay, Economic Dev. Coordinator for more information - mhay@galvestontx.gov.



Offering Summary

RealINSIGHT Marketplace, in partnership with Marcus & Millichap, is pleased to present One Moody Plaza, a 23-story, 395,182 SF landmark office tower at 1902 Market Street in Downtown Galveston, Texas. Completed in 1972 and designed by Neuhaus & Taylor, the building stood as the tallest in Galveston County for over three decades at 357.6 feet. Originally built as the longtime headquarters of American National Insurance Company, it carries a deep institutional legacy in the Galveston market. In 2021, One Moody Plaza received dual historic recognition — listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark — making it potentially eligible for both federal and state historic tax credit programs. At 395,182 SF across 23 floors, the building is well-suited for lease-up, capital improvement, or adaptive repositioning. Galveston's standing as Texas's premier Gulf Coast island destination, drawing millions of visitors annually and supporting a growing residential and commercial base, points to sustained demand for quality office and mixed-use space in the downtown core.


In addition to its scale, historic designation, and repositioning potential, One Moody Plaza benefits from proactive municipal support from the City of Galveston’s Economic Development team. City officials have indicated a willingness to assist prospective buyers with community information, major industry data, economic development resources, and buyer-specific questions related to the asset. The building’s National Register of Historic Places listing may support eligibility for federal and state historic tax credit programs, and the City has also noted that the property could become eligible for a local historic designation program once the appropriate application is submitted. Further upside may exist through future Opportunity Zone benefits, as the City anticipates nominating the property’s census tract for inclusion in the next Opportunity Zone program, with confirmation expected in 2026 and potential program effectiveness in 2027, subject to State acceptance. This level of city engagement provides buyers with a valuable point of contact as they evaluate redevelopment, adaptive reuse, lease-up, or long-term repositioning strategies for one of Downtown Galveston’s most prominent landmark assets. Contact Michele Hay, Economic Dev. Coordinator for more information - mhay@galvestontx.gov.

320 Moody Ave, the adjacent 6-story parking garage, is also available for purchase via auction. Please see the link here for additional information: 320 Moody Ave


Property Tours

Property tours are available by appointment only on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 10:30 AM. Please reach out to Keith Lloyd (Keith.Lloyd@marcusmillichap.com | 713-927-4546) to schedule.

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Auctioneer

Lamar P. Fisher
Fisher Auction Company Inc.
License: 10344

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Investment Sales Brokers

Keith Lloyd
Marcus & Millichap
TX License: 307120
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Tim Speck
Marcus & Millichap
TX License: 9002994

Disclaimers

The information being provided herein is for informational purposes only. No representation or warranty is made as to the accuracy or completeness of any information contained herein, including, without limitation, any information regarding the condition of the Property, the condition of title or Property descriptions. Any documents and/or pictures posted herein or elsewhere on the RealINSIGHT Marketplace (the "Website") are for informational purposes only, and may not represent the current condition of the Property or the condition of the Property at the time of sale. The posting of pictures herein or elsewhere on the Website does not constitute a guarantee that any items represented in the pictures will be present when the buyer takes possession of the Property. You are encouraged to conduct your own due diligence and investigate all matters relating to the Property. It is recommended that you seek independent advice, including legal advice, to perform your due diligence and that you use good faith efforts in determining that the content of all information provided to or obtained by you is accurate.