Affordable opportunity in San Benito, TX! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is equipped with a stove and refrigerator, along with a recently installed water heater and AC unit, providing added comfort and peace of mind. Ideally located near shopping, schools, parks, and the public library with an easy 15-minute drive to Brownsville, Tx. This home is also close to SpaceX and LNG, making it a strong option for a long-term rental or short-term Airbnb income. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to expand your investment portfolio, this property offers strong potential for both personal living and income generation. It's priced to sell and won't last long. Schedule your showing today!
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196 Virginia St, San Benito, TX 78586
3beds
824sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
4,506 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$988 Estimated rent
Home value
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Recently installed water heater
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Listed by:
Margarita Rivera 956-640-1553,
Realty One Group, Modern Edge
Bought with:
Margarita Rivera, TREC # 0817987
Realty One Group, Modern Edge
Source: RGVMLS,MLS#: 29771987
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub/Shower Combo
Heating
- Central, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Interior area
- Total structure area: 824
- Total interior livable area: 824 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,506 sqft
- Features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 5762000110011000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Water Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: San Benito
- Subdivision: Colonia La Palma
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2026 | Sold | -- |
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| 2/23/2026 | Pending sale | $84,000$102/sqft |
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| 2/19/2026 | Listing removed | $84,000$102/sqft |
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| 2/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $84,000$102/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,768 +20.6% | $74,580 +20% |
| 2024 | $1,465 +18.4% | $62,150 +20% |
| 2023 | $1,238 +27.3% | $51,792 +40.3% |
| 2022 | $972 | $36,921 +0.9% |
| 2021 | -- | $36,577 -0.8% |
| 2020 | -- | $36,861 -0.8% |
| 2019 | $983 -0.8% | $37,144 -0.8% |
| 2018 | $990 +3.8% | $37,428 +3.6% |
| 2017 | $954 +107% | $36,134 +4.5% |
| 2016 | $461 -0.4% | $34,589 -0.8% |
| 2015 | $463 | $34,879 -0.2% |
| 2014 | $463 | $34,944 +10.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $31,525 -0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $31,770 -0.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $32,016 -0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $32,261 -0.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $32,507 -0.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $32,753 -4.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $34,225 +23.4% |
| 2005 | $779 +2.4% | $27,734 |
| 2004 | $760 +11.6% | $27,734 +8.8% |
| 2003 | $681 | $25,481 |
| 2002 | $681 -0.1% | $25,481 +0% |
| 2001 | $682 +3% | $25,479 0% |
| 2000 | $662 | $25,480 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 78586
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Fred Booth Global Leadership AcademyGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Berta Cabaza Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 2/10San Benito High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fred Booth
- Middle: Berta Cabaza
- High: San Benito
- District: San Benito C.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.
- Texas
- Cameron County
- San Benito
- 78586
- 196 Virginia St
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