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!!
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
- 75 days |
- 288 |
- 5 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michelle P Brecker 281-877-2938,
Pathway To Home Realty
Source: Greater McAllen AOR,MLS#: 506498
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
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
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78521
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Derry Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.7 mi
- 4/10Port Isabel Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.2 mi
- 4/10Port Isabel High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.4 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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