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Living Galveston
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REAL ESTATE
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LIFESTYLE
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Living Galveston...it's a lifestyle!

How it All Started

Originally from Houston, Texas, I moved to New York City at a young age to pursue an acting career. The city was a great adventure and opened my eyes to the many cultures, lifestyles & vices available to an individual. At first I worked as a Ford Model and soon found myself in the exciting world of acting, landing several lead roles in both television and movies. When I was not working I spent much of my time traveling. I lived in Seville, Spain for six months and traveled throughout Europe and into Africa on numerous trips. I also enjoyed a six month adventure driving and camping throughout America where I discovered the shocking beauty of Americas West Coast. I settled in California, where I picked up surfing and started to experiment with paint. After two years in Los Angeles, unable to find consistent work as an actor, I decided it was time for a change.  In January of 2001, I moved back to New York City and focused my attention on art. I found work as a bartender and spent all my free time painting and studying art. 


Yearning to be close to water with the ability to continue surfing and looking for a cheaper place to paint, I moved to Galveston Texas in 2003. I decided that Galveston would be a good fit for both activities. In 2004, I bought a historic house (built in 1856) that sits in the center of Galveston’s East End Historic District to use as a studio. During renovations, the house collapsed. The construction company responsible for the collapse was not adequately insured and filed for bankruptcy. Always dreaming of building my own home and wary of local contractors, I bought a nail gun, pulled the permits and re-built the house myself. To pay for this, I started working as a realtor, buying and selling Waterfront and Historic properties on Galveston Island. In 2014, I acquired my second property in which I affectionately dubbed the “Corner Store.” Originally built-in 1868, the building boasted a rich and fascinating history, albeit in need of substantial restoration. Over the course of four years, I diligently renovated this space, envisioning it as my office and art gallery. 


It was over these years of growing, changing and moving forward that I envisioned the idea of Living Galveston. I am utterly ecstatic that it has come to fruition, and I can share it with you.

Living the Galveston Lifestyle

I’m Shane McDermott, I am a local Galveston artist as well as real estate expert with over two decades of experience specializing in historic and waterfront properties on Galveston Island.


As a longtime resident and father of two young boys, I am personally invested in our Galveston community and its future. Whether you are selling your current home, buying a new property, looking to rent, in need of property maintenance/construction/management, or simply seeking insights into today’s local market or the events and arts scene, please reach out. 


I am committed to providing a personalized Living Galveston service and leveraging my local knowledge to help you achieve your Island life goals.

Our Community

Galveston Island is fortunate to have a diverse economic base anchored by maritime, healthcare, education, tourism, and has positioned itself as a vital component to the economic engine of the Texas Gulf Coast. Galveston recently surpassed 7 million annual visitors, 5,000 hotel rooms, and is currently home to the 4th largest cruise port in the United States.


The City of Galveston has prioritized redevelopment of historic properties, and made a tremendous investment in the community with investment in infrastructure projects, and the revitalization of the Strand District. The redevelopment of various properties has proven the success of our development incentives, and continue the redevelopment of Historic Downtown Galveston.

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Upcoming Local Galveston Events

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Every Thursday this Summer

Save The Locals Summer Concert Series

6pm

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9pm

Menard Park Bandshell 2222 28th St.

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Every Thursday this Summer

Save The Locals Summer Concert Series

Save the Locals is a FREE and friendly music series, offering Thursday evening concerts with the best local and regional bands at the histor...

Event Details

6pm

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9pm

Menard Park Bandshell 2222 28th St.

Every Sunday

Galveston's Own Farmers Market

9am

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1pm

The Depot on Market Street 3304 Market St

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Every Sunday

Galveston's Own Farmers Market

We invite you to join and support Galveston locals every Sunday from 9am-1pm! Search Galveston's Own Farmers Market on Facebook for more inf...

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9am

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1pm

The Depot on Market Street 3304 Market St

6/1/2024

Galveston ArtWalk

6pm

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9pm

Historic Downtown Galveston 502 20th St

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6/1/2024

Galveston ArtWalk

We invite you to join and support Galveston locals every six weeks at our local Galveston ArtWalk in Downtown Galveston! For more informatio...

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6pm

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9pm

Historic Downtown Galveston 502 20th St

6/7-9/2024

Galveston Island Beauce Revue Weekend

Multiple Times

Galveston Historical Foundation Multiple Locations in Galveston, TX

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6/7-9/2024

Galveston Island Beauce Revue Weekend

Based on Island events from summer seasons past, like the Pageant of Pulchritude and Splash Day, the Galveston Island Revue features classic...

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Multiple Times

Galveston Historical Foundation Multiple Locations in Galveston, TX

6/15/2024

Juneteenth Festival

12pm

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8pm

McGuire Dent Rec Center 2222 28th St Galveston, TX

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6/15/2024

Juneteenth Festival

The 2024 Juneteenth Festival will be held on the Historical grounds of McGuire Dent Recreational Center, known today as Menard Park 2222-28t...

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12pm

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8pm

McGuire Dent Rec Center 2222 28th St Galveston, TX

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Our Story

 Galveston Maintenance originated in an organic fashion. After hurricane Ike, local homeowners within our Galveston community were desperately in need of a knowledgeable "go-to" maintenance and construction team who offered affordable rates and that they could rely on. 


We work in conjunction with our trusted partners to essentially offer a turnkey operation; starting with the purchase of your home, any construction or home maintenance needs, property management needs, and when the time comes, the sale of your home. Alongside our partners with over 20 years of local real estate market experience, we have mastered the art of working with any Island home, be it historic homes or beach and bayfront homes. 

For over 15 years, we have remained very connected within the local community of Galveston. Whatever our customers need, we have a solution.

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