Tom Schwenk

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Toms Galveston Real Estate LLC DBA: Coldwell Banker TGRE
1403 39th Street, Galveston, TX 77550


Tel: 713-857-2309
Cell: 409-888-6178

Markets Served: Galveston, Texas;

Specialties: Architecturally Significant; Buyer's Specialist; Co-ops/Condos; Country Club Properties; Downtown; Executive Relocation; High-Rise; Historic; Island Properties; LGBTQ+ Friendly; Listing Specialist; Marina/Boating; Residential Lots; Resort/Vacation; Restoration; Townhomes/Condos; Trustee Sales; Waterfront/Waterview;

What do Clients Say?

Tom Schwenk is the BEST Realtor we have ever used! He came in with a very positive attitude, which made us feel very comfortable.

Robert Donovan

Professional, efficient, and reliable. TGRE's turn-key service made our transaction a pleasure. Broker, Tom Schwenk, is top-notch.

Lesley Sommer, Access Care of Coastal Texas

Tom and Brian handled our sale beautifully. Tom is a REALTOR's REALTOR.

Pressley Matthews Team

He truly went above and beyond to make the entire process painless. With his knowledge of the Galveston area, he was able to make recommendations that went beyond the initial purchase of our home. Tom is the kind of guy that you not only get a new home, you gain a friend as well!

Diane Bolt

Tom is an expert on Galveston real estate, a true professional, and fun to work with. He was willing to spend time educating us and helping us find the perfect property. We had an outstanding experience with him and his team!

Scott Sheppard

About Tom

I concentrate on Galveston So I know it well! Acknowledged Historic Home  specialist who understands design covenants and restrictions!

Tom is well known for his passionate support of Galveston and his efforts to protect and develop what makes island life so special - the fascinating history, beautiful natural features, and the people who live here.

Historic preservation and support of all the non-profits on the island have long been cornerstones of his community support. In 2019 he received a Service Award from Galveston Island Nature Tourism for Outstanding Leadership. In 2018 he was awarded the Vic Pierson Award by the Galveston Chamber of Commerce and in 2017 the Chamber named him its “Community Hero” for his outstanding contribution to the community.

In 2017, he was honored at a gala at the Sea Star Base which raised $50,000 for youth, adaptive and community sailing programs.

A former president of the Galveston Association of REALTORS®, Tom was named GAR REALTOR® OF THE YEAR 2015 and served on the Texas Association of REALTORS® Political Action committee as its regional representative in 2016. Locally, he is Former Chair of the Landmarks Commission for the City of Galveston and is a past President of the Galveston Historical Foundation. He is proud to have been a Paul Harris Fellow of the Galveston Island Rotary Club.

In addition to selling throughout the Island representing buyers and sellers, Tom is also a successful residential and commercial leasing agent. A native of New Jersey, Tom believes anyone lucky enough to live by the sea is lucky enough! He earned his real estate license in 2003 after retiring as a Corporate Vice President of Sales and Marketing for an international home furnishings company.Tom is well known for his passionate support of Galveston and his efforts to protect and develop what makes island life so special - the fascinating history, beautiful natural features, and the people who live here.

Historic preservation and support of all the non-profits on the island have long been cornerstones of his community support. In 2019 he received a Service Award from Galveston Island Nature Tourism for Outstanding Leadership. In 2018 he was awarded the Vic Pierson Award by the Galveston Chamber of Commerce and in 2017 the Chamber named him its “Community Hero” for his outstanding contribution to the community.

In 2017, he was honored at a gala at the Sea Star Base which raised $50,000 for youth, adaptive and community sailing programs.

A former president of the Galveston Association of REALTORS®, Tom was named GAR REALTOR® OF THE YEAR 2015 and served on the Texas Association of REALTORS® Political Action committee as its regional representative in 2016. Locally, he is Former Chair of the Landmarks Commission for the City of Galveston and is a past President of the Galveston Historical Foundation. He is proud to have been a Paul Harris Fellow of the Galveston Island Rotary Club.

In addition to selling throughout the Island representing buyers and sellers, Tom is also a successful residential and commercial leasing agent. A native of New Jersey, Tom believes anyone lucky enough to live by the sea is lucky enough! He earned his real estate license in 2003 after retiring as a Corporate Vice President of Sales and Marketing for an international home furnishings company.