Isaac Heffron House

The Isaac Heffron House is a two-story residence in the East End Historic District featuring turned columns and a central entrance accented by a tri-partite bay window. The building sits among other preserved structures from the Victorian period along Postoffice Street.

Welsh immigrant Isaac Heffron purchased the property in 1881 and demolished a one-story structure to build this Victorian residence. The house received recognition as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 2016.

The house shows how successful merchants lived in Galveston when it was a major port. The design and craftsmanship reflect the wealth that business owners could achieve during that era.

The house sits in a neighborhood filled with other preserved buildings from the same period, making it easy to explore multiple examples. The area is walkable and allows you to view the exteriors and architectural details at your own pace.

Texas State Senator T.J. Holbrook lived in this house and later played a role in creating the causeway that connected Galveston Island to the mainland in 1930. His work there shaped the city's development for decades to come.

Location: Galveston

Architectural style: Victorian architecture

Address: 1509 Post Office Street

GPS coordinates: 29.30667,-94.78472

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:10