For sale

Price cut: $10K (7/11)

$389,000

1238 W Bowie Ave, Alamo, TX 78516

4beds

4,408sqft

$2,891/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1997

0.53 Acres Lot

$365,400 Zestimate^®

$88/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Crown mouldingGranite countersCovered patioFormal diningPremium corner lotIsland kitchenSoaring ceilings

Stunning one-story home on a premium corner lot offering incredible potential for the right buyer. Featuring a tile roof, stucco and cinder block construction, soaring ceilings, crown moulding, plantation shutters, and spacious living areas, this property is ready to be reimagined. A grand rotunda with arched openings leads to formal dining, a private study with French doors, half bath, and a large living room with beamed ceilings and views of the pool and courtyard. The island kitchen includes a breakfast bar, custom cabinetry, granite counters, 6-burner gas cooktop, built-in refrigerator, and butler’s pantry. The owner’s suite offers a sitting area and spa-style bath. Secondary bedrooms include ensuite baths. Backyard features a covered patio, pergola, courtyard, and pool—ideal for renovation and entertaining.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 5
Full bathrooms: 3
1/2 bathrooms: 2

Dining room

Description: Living Area(s): 2

Living room

Description: Living Area(s): 2

Heating

Has Heating (Unspecified Type)

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater, Other
Laundry: Laundry Room

Features

Granite Counters, Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings, Office/Study, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Tile
Windows: Wood/Faux Blinds

Interior area

Total structure area: 4,408
Total interior livable area: 4,408 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached
Attached garage spaces: 2

Features

Patio & porch: Covered Patio
Pool features: In Ground
Has spa: Yes
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 0.53 Acres

Details

Additional structures: Gazebo
Parcel number: R535500058002000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Stucco
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Concrete

Condition

Year built: 1997

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Other

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Street Lights
Subdivision: R/S

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Alamo

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $88/sqft
Tax assessed value: $569,380
Annual tax amount: $13,511
Date on market: 5/3/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$365,400

$347,000 - $384,000

$3,023/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/11/2026	Price change	$389,000-2.5%$88/sqft
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #503401 Report a problem
5/3/2026	Listed for sale	$399,000+55.4%$91/sqft
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #503401 Report a problem
2/2/2019	Listing removed	$256,817+0.6%$58/sqft
Source: Auction.com Report a problem
1/20/2019	Listed for sale	--
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6/2/2018	Listing removed	$255,243$58/sqft
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5/18/2018	Listed for sale	--
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$14,513 +6.4%	$569,380 +5%
2024	$13,642 +1%	$542,041
2023	$13,511 +5.3%	$542,041 +12.7%
2022	$12,833 +31.4%	$480,826 +33.9%
2021	$9,770	$359,108 +7%
2020	--	$335,700 +3%
2019	$8,986 +26.6%	$325,944 +31.1%
2018	$7,099	$248,644
2017	$7,099 -1%	$248,644 +0.5%
2016	$7,173 +15.6%	$247,399 +1%
2015	$6,207	$245,015 -9.6%
2013	--	$270,936 +1.9%
2009	--	$265,797 +10%
2008	--	$241,723 -13.5%
2007	--	$279,600 +22.3%
2006	--	$228,604 +0.8%
2005	--	$226,866 -0.3%
2004	--	$227,619 -2.1%
2003	--	$232,521 +0.1%
2002	--	$232,371 -4.2%
2001	--	$242,501 -1%
2000	--	$244,929

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 78516

Getting around

62 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
John McKeever Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
5/10
Jesus - Jesse - Vela Jr Middle
Grades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
4/10
PSJA Memorial High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: McKeever
Middle: Vela
High: PSJA Memorial H.S.
District: PSJA ISD

Source: Greater McAllen AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.