Blue Marlin RV Resort

The Blue Marlin RV Resort building at 2900 11th Street in Port Aransas is a new 10,000-square-foot structure that has completed its construction phase. The project, owned by Blue Marlin Holdings LLC, passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in January 2026, confirming that the physical build is finished. This single-story facility sits on a concrete foundation with stick-frame construction, marking the end of the scheduled build window that began in November 2024.

Construction Scope and Cost

The filing describes the work as new construction, with an estimated cost of $500,000. This figure translates to $50 per square foot, a rate that sits below the Nueces County median of $118 per square foot for similar new construction filings. The total cost is also below the county median of $659,195, indicating a project scale that is modest relative to other recent developments in the area. The design of record is attributed to South Texas Prime Design Group, while Stephen A Meyer served as the registered accessibility specialist.

Located in Nueces County, the site falls within a FEMA Special Flood Hazard Area, specifically zone AE. This designation is relevant to the site's infrastructure and insurance considerations, though the TDLR record focuses on the accessibility and construction completion status. The project was registered with TDLR in November 2024, the same month plan review was completed and construction started. The scheduled completion date was May 2025, but the final inspection did not pass until January 2026, extending the actual timeline beyond the original filing estimate.

Local Context and Third-Party Views

Port Aransas is a small coastal community with a population of approximately 3,314 according to U.S. Census estimates for ZIP code 78373. The area has a median household income of $90,000 and a median owner-occupied home value of $518,500. Third-party sources describe the resort as a luxury option for RVers. A Facebook post highlights the spacious 54-foot by 20-foot RV sites with full hookups, while a listing on RV LIFE Campgrounds rates the property 10/10 based on seven reviews, citing modern, spacious sites and a well-maintained setting just blocks from the Gulf. The resort’s official website describes it as a place to relax in style on the Texas Gulf Coast.

The construction record confirms that the physical structure is complete and has met state accessibility standards. The project involved public funds or public land, as noted in the funding description. While the TDLR status is Inspection Complete, this refers strictly to the building’s regulatory compliance and structural finish, not necessarily to the operational status of the resort’s services or amenities. The data reflects a completed construction project in a high-value coastal market, with costs and timelines consistent with the broader trends in Nueces County new construction filings.