Potential

This almost 20-acre slice of Quintana Island, is hitting the market. It's primed for eco-friendly ventures like hotels, Airbnbs, or marinas, showcasing its stunning Gulf views, while also offering a prime opportunity for maritime businesses like tugboat, mariculture/aquaculture, marine logistics, oilfield services, and dredging companies. Its strategic Gulf Coast location near Freeport, with deep-water access and a history as a working port, makes it perfect for staging operations, servicing vessels, or even establishing a small marine hub. With room for docks, storage, or equipment yards, this property could boost efficiency for coastal projects while capitalizing on its natural assets. Whether it's a serene getaway or a bustling marine hub, this island offers the best of both worlds for investors ready to make their mark.

History

Quintana Island's tale begins with Native American tribes like the Karankawas, who lived off this Texas coast before Portuguese explorers, possibly among the earliest Europeans, stumbled upon it in the early 1500s. Spanish castaways, including Cabeza de Vaca, washed ashore in 1528, followed by Stephen F. Austin's colonists in 1821, who named it Quintana by 1833, turning it into a port and retreat with homes and Texas's first public school. During World War II, gun mounts were built on this very property now for sale, marking its strategic role in coastal defense. Jetties later shaped it into a man-made island, tying this listed parcel to a rich past, now a quiet spot with beaches and parks.