The Legacy Group Houston Luxury Estate
HOUSTON · GALVESTON ISLAND · BRAZORIA COUNTY

Find Your Legacy.

Buy, sell, or invest across Greater Houston, Galveston Island, and Brazoria County without overpaying or missing hidden structural flaws—backed by TREC Inspector #23070 expertise and real carrying-cost math.

5.0 Verified Client Rating$50M+ Closed & AdvisedTREC Inspector #23070 · Veteran-Owned
FOUR SPECIALIZED ADVISORY DESKS

Move Confidently at Every Stage—Without Expensive Surprises.

Whether you are moving your family into a top school district, securing a canal-front retreat on Galveston Island, underwriting a high-yield rental, or acquiring commercial acreage, our specialists verify the numbers and construction details before you commit.

Buying & Selling Homes

Single-Family Homes & Growing Families

Helping first-time buyers, growing families, and sellers across Pearland, League City, Friendswood, Texas City, Manvel, and Greater Houston find the right home and neighborhood.

4812 Mustang Bayou Trail, Manvel, TXFOR SALE
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$545,00021 Days on Market
4812 Mustang Bayou Trail, Manvel, TX 77578
4 Beds•3.5 Baths•3,240 Sq Ft•Alvin ISD
Move-In Ready · Great Schools & Neighborhood

Buy or Sell With Zero Hidden Surprises

Most buyers and sellers only discover tax-rate spikes, foundation issues, or overpriced comps after they are already under contract. We protect your equity up front:

  • ✓True Monthly Cost & Tax Breakdown: We compare MUD taxes, HOA dues, flood zones, and school zoning side by side—so you know your exact monthly payment before you tour.
  • ✓Licensed Inspector Eyes on Every Showing: Led by TREC Inspector #23070 expertise, we spot roof, HVAC, drainage, and structural red flags early—so you never inherit a money pit.
  • ✓Street-by-Street Pricing Precision: We analyze verified closed comps and active competition—so you never overpay as a buyer or leave money on the table as a seller.
“Located in Alvin ISD, this welcoming family home offers open living spaces, a spacious backyard, and an easy commute to Pearland and Houston.”
Beach & Bayfront Living

Coastal, Canal & Waterfront Homes

Helping buyers and sellers with beach houses, canal-front homes, and bayfront retreats across Galveston Island, Pirates Cove, Tiki Island, Kemah, and Clear Lake.

Pirates Cove Waterfront Home on West BayPirates Cove Waterfront Home
West Bay Waterfront Home Overview

Pirates Cove Deepwater Canal Home

$2,450,000
PRIVATE BOAT SLIPWEST BAY VIEWSCOASTAL RETREAT

Own on the water without the coastal guesswork. We verify bulkhead integrity, piling elevation, windstorm & flood insurance certificates, and canal depth up front—so you can enjoy private boat-slip living and West Bay sunsets with total peace of mind.

Vacation Rentals & Investment Properties

Beach Rentals, Second Homes & Investment Properties

Thinking about buying a weekend beach house that pays for itself, or adding a rental property? We break down estimated rental income, local hotel taxes, insurance, and property management in plain English.

Galveston West End Vacation Rental Example

Sample Annual & Monthly Income Breakdown | 1031 Exchange Friendly
EST. ANNUAL RETURN: 9.14%
Income & ExpensesAnnual EstimateMonthly AverageWhat This Covers
Estimated Rental Income$114,500$9,541~182 booked nights per year across summer & weekend stays
City of Galveston Hotel Tax (9%)($10,305)($858)Standard local short-term rental occupancy tax
State of Texas Hotel Tax (6%)($6,870)($572)Standard state short-term rental occupancy tax
Coastal Home & Windstorm Insurance($6,450)($537)Estimated annual coastal property insurance coverage
Full-Service Property Management (20%)($22,900)($1,908)Guest bookings, cleaning, linens & day-to-day upkeep
Estimated Net Annual Income$67,975$5,664Net income before mortgage on a $745,000 purchase price
Want a custom cash-flow model before you make an offer? We underwrite real occupancy, hotel taxes, windstorm insurance, and 1031 timelines for any property in 24 hours.
Get My Custom Cash-Flow Pro-Forma →
Business Spaces & Acreage

Commercial Properties, Warehouses & Land

Helping local business owners, builders, and land buyers find storefronts, offices, warehouses, and buildable acreage across Greater Houston, Galveston County, and Brazoria County.

RECENT CLIENT SUCCESSUNDER CONTRACT

2120 Louisiana Street, Midtown Houston

8,125 SQ FT LOT | PRIME MIDTOWN LOCATION | COMMERCIAL & MIXED-USE
2120 Louisiana Street — Midtown Houston Commercial Property
Original Asking Price:$975,000
Initial Offer Strategy:$745,000
Negotiated Purchase Range:$780,000 – $800,000

We helped our client negotiate significant savings below asking price on a high-visibility Midtown Houston corner lot—checking utility access, city parking rules, and neighborhood growth plans before closing so they could move forward with confidence.

Commercial, Industrial & Land Advisory

From high-visibility retail storefronts and professional offices to industrial flex warehouses and raw development tracts, our team helps you evaluate site fundamentals before you commit capital:

  • ✓Retail, Office & Industrial Space: Acquisition, disposition, and leasing representation across Houston, Texas City, League City, Pearland, and Galveston County.
  • ✓Land & Acreage Feasibility: Verification of municipal utility access, drainage, floodway boundaries, TxDOT frontage, and city development rules prior to closing.
  • ✓Off-Market & Cost-Controlled Structuring: Direct access to off-market land tracts, rehab cost estimating, and creative owner-finance or investment structures.
“We verify utility capacity, zoning, flood maps, and real construction costs up front—giving business owners and developers a clear roadmap before they close.”

Lock in your true buying power & custom Texas rate in under 3 minutes

Same-Day Pre-Approval Letters · Conventional, Coastal Jumbo, VA & Investor DSCR Loans
WHY NEIGHBORS CHOOSE USVeteran-Owned Team

The Legacy Difference.

Most real estate teams only open doors and write contracts. Founded and led by Dr. Charles Lehnhoff (MBA, Licensed REALTOR® & TREC Inspector #23070), our veteran-owned advisory combines warm, family-first service with rigorous structural and financial protection.

Whether you are buying your first home, upgrading for a growing family, or selling a treasured estate, we inspect what others miss—evaluating roof and foundation integrity, drainage, insurance costs, and neighborhood resale velocity before you sign.

The result: our sellers average 4.7% above asking with smooth, predictable closings, and our buyers secure the right property at the right price without post-closing regrets.

Executive Signature of Dr. Charles Lehnhoff
Dr. Charles LehnhoffFOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER · REALTOR®
Dr. Charles Lehnhoff — Managing Partner, The Legacy Group
Dr. Charles Lehnhoff · Managing Partner
$50M+Sales Volume
4.7%Above Asking Avg.
21Avg. Days to Close
THE INSIDER'S WALKTHROUGH · REAL NUMBERS & BUILD QUALITY

Calm, Unvarnished Guidance Through the Real Numbers & Physical Build

No sales pressure—just a clear-eyed walkthrough of structural integrity, true monthly carrying costs, and neighborhood fundamentals across Greater Houston and Galveston County.

Cole Vance — Marketing & Media Strategist & Military VeteranDr. Charles Lehnhoff — Managing Partner, MBA, REALTOR®
YOUR BRIEFING HOSTS

Military Veteran & Media Strategist · Managing Partner (MBA, TREC Inspector #23070)

01 · STRUCTURAL & BUILD QUALITY

Licensed Inspector Walkthrough: Spotting Hidden Flaws

Before you make an offer, we walk the slab, framing, mechanicals, roof envelope, and coastal windstorm fasteners—distinguishing cosmetic staging from expensive structural defects.

Hands-on TREC #23070 inspection perspective on every tour.
Watch Property Walkthroughs →
02 · TRUE CARRYING-COST MATH

Real Numbers: MUD Taxes, WPI-8 Windstorm & Flood Zone Reality

Listing sheets rarely tell the whole story. We break down the actual monthly carrying cost—comparing older low-tax neighborhoods against newer MUD districts, flood elevations, and insurance tiers.

Unvarnished side-by-side PITI, MUD, and coastal insurance modeling.
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03 · COMMERCIAL & LAND FEASIBILITY

Gulf Coast Commercial, Land & Development Underwriting

Evaluating raw acreage, homesites, or commercial flex properties requires verifying utilities, detention, Chapter 26/42 infill rules, and realistic site-work budgets before option money goes hard.

Refinery-grade cost controls & site feasibility analysis.
Explore Commercial & Land Desk →
CLIENT STORIES

What Our Clients Say.

“Dr. Lehnhoff and his team made selling our River Oaks home effortless. Their pricing strategy and negotiation skills got us well over asking price, and they kept us informed at every step.”
Verified Seller ClientRIVER OAKS · HOME SELLER
“The Legacy Group guided us through buying our League City waterfront home with incredible care. They spotted repair items during our walkthrough that saved us thousands at the closing table.”
Verified Buyer ClientLEAGUE CITY WATERFRONT · HOME BUYER
“We appreciated how honest and straightforward the entire team was. They knew the neighborhood inside and out and sold our Memorial home in 4 days with multiple offers.”
Verified Seller ClientMEMORIAL · HOME SELLER
COMMON QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions

We serve all of Greater Houston, Galveston County, and Brazoria County — including Texas City, League City, Pearland, Friendswood, Clear Lake, Dickinson, Kemah, and Galveston Island.

Visit our valuation page or call (832) 225-2325. We deliver a comprehensive home valuation within 24 hours — not an automated estimate, but real MLS comparable analysis performed by Dr. Lehnhoff personally.

You get licensed inspector (TREC #23070) and MBA-level financial analysis built into your representation at no extra fee. While traditional agents simply unlock doors, we evaluate structural condition, flood and windstorm insurance costs, MUD taxes, and true neighborhood comps before you commit—so you never overpay or inherit hidden repair bills.

Yes. In addition to residential luxury estates, our advisory provides comprehensive representation for commercial real estate acquisitions, lease negotiations, and Gulf Coast industrial warehouse/distribution facilities.

We offer transparent buyer representation with upfront fee discussions before you start your search. In many cases, seller concessions or listing broker cooperation can offset or fully cover buyer agent compensation. Contact us for a no-obligation consultation to discuss your options.

The median home price in Galveston TX is approximately $340,000 as of Q2 2026, up 5.1% year-over-year. Beachfront and waterfront homes command significant premiums — often $600K to $1.2M+.

League City TX median home prices range from $295,000 to $450,000 depending on community. Waterfront homes in South Shore and Westover Park can exceed $700,000.

PRIVATE CLIENT & COMMERCIAL ADVISORY

Make Your Next Move With Total Certainty.

Get direct, unhurried guidance on pricing, hidden property risks, and off-market opportunities across Greater Houston, Galveston Island, and Brazoria County—before you sign a contract.

No obligation · Direct access to senior advisors · Same-day response · Veteran-Owned

Serving Houston · Galveston Island · League City · Friendswood · Pearland · Texas City · Clear Lake · Dickinson · Kemah