Welcome to this charming and versatile home in a convenient Brownsville location, just minutes from Expressway 77/83 with easy access to shopping, dining, schools, the university, and everyday conveniences. Originally built as a single-family residence, the home is currently configured with two separate living areas, offering flexibility for multigenerational living, guest accommodations, or potential rental income. The layout can easily serve as one spacious single-family home, allowing the next owner to customize it to their needs. A large detached storage building provides ample space for tools, equipment, or seasonal items and also houses the washer and dryer, adding functionality while keeping the laundry area separate from the living spaces. Whether you're looking for your forever home or a property with added versatility, this home offers comfort, convenience, and endless possibilities.
For sale
$144,900
1717 E Polk St, Brownsville, TX 78520
2beds
1,020sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
3,049 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large detached storage building
- 17 days |
- 195 |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Favio Balladares Jr. 956-443-1151,
GRT Realty
Source: RGVMLS,MLS#: 29778342
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Only
Heating
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,020
- Total interior livable area: 1,020 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Privacy
Lot
- Size: 3,049 Square Feet
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Paredes Tract/Bella Vista Addn
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brownsville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $142/sqft
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
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Estimated sales range
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Rent Zestimate®
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $144,900$142/sqft |
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Public tax history
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
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Neighborhood: Buena Vida
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Putegnat Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Faulk Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Porter High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Putegnat
- Middle: Faulk
- High: Porter
- District: Brownsville I.S.D.
Source: RGVMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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