For sale

$1,300,000

42686 Palmito Hill Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521

1beds

176sqft

Mobile Home, Residential

Built in 2023

5.56 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$7,386/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Beautiful rustic cabin

This property is 5.56 acres at 42686 Palmito Hill Rd in Brownsville, TX. It is a super unique property that has fantastic unobstructed views of Star Base, Texas including the Spacex Massey outpost. The property does have a beautiful rustic cabin on it currently. This location is also part of the Palmito Ranch Battlefield State Historic site, owned and operated by the original founding Orive family. The property is a blank canvas for the buyer to build their dream home or subdivide the land for investment purposes With a lot size of 242,194.8 sq.ft. This property is located in a desirable area and offers endless possibilities for development. Whether you are looking to build a primary residence, vacation home, or rental property, this lot provides great opportunity for investment. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of land in this prime location. ** The Gulf of America’s beautiful Boca Chica beach is only a few miles away!!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Dining room

Description: Living Area(s): 0

Living room

Description: Living Area(s): 1

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Water Heater (Propane or Butane), Tankless Water Heater, Other
Laundry: None

Features

Countertops (Other), Built-in Features, Fireplace, Other
Flooring: Other
Windows: Window Coverings, Bay Window(s)
Has fireplace: Yes

Interior area

Total structure area: 176
Total interior livable area: 176 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: No Garage

Features

Patio & porch: Covered Patio, Deck
Fencing: Other

Lot

Size: 5.56 Acres
Features: Corner Lot

Details

Additional structures: Storage
Parcel number: 823000400001
Other equipment: Satellite System

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MobileManufactured
Property subtype: Mobile Home, Residential

Materials

Aluminum Siding, HardiPlank Type
Foundation: Other
Roof: Metal

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 2023

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Other

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Gated
Subdivision: J Y Trevino Orive Res & Banco

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Brownsville

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $7,386/sqft
Annual tax amount: $5,500
Date on market: 6/6/2026
Road surface type: Caliche, Dirt

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/6/2026	Listed for sale	$1,300,000$7,386/sqft
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #506498 Report a problem

Public tax history

Tax history is unavailable.

Monthly payment

Estimated monthly payment$1,822

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 78521

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Derry Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 10.1 mi
4/10
Port Isabel Junior High School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 9.6 mi
4/10
Port Isabel High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 9.8 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: El Jardin
Middle: Port Isabel Junior High
High: Port Isabel H.S.
District: Port Isabel 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.

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