For sale

$299,000

5480 Fm 491, Mercedes, TX 78570

3beds

1,930sqft

$2,199/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1981

1 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$155/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Durable double-brick constructionThoughtfully updated interiorRefinished wood flooringBrand-new appliancesAll-new cabinetryClassic clay tile roof

Beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home situated on a spacious 1-acre lot. Built with durable double-brick construction and topped with a classic clay tile roof, this property offers lasting quality. Inside a thoughtfully updated interior featuring refinished wood flooring, all-new cabinetry, brand-new appliances, and a new 4-ton air conditioning system for year-round comfort. The home combines modern upgrades with solid construction, making it move-in ready. Outside, the expansive acre provides plenty of room for outdoor living, gardening, or future additions. A newly installed well supplies the sprinkler system, helping maintain the landscape efficiently. The oversized 2-car garage includes a dedicated work area, perfect for hobbies, storage, or a home workshop. Schedule your viewing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Features: Outside Access

Primary bathroom

Features: Shower Only

Heating

Central, Electric

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater

Features

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Windows: Double Pane Windows

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,930
Total interior livable area: 1,930 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Garage, Detached, Garage Faces Front
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One
Exterior features: Sprinkler System
Pool features: None
Fencing: None

Lot

Size: 1 Acres
Features: None

Details

Parcel number: C140000068001000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick Veneer, Block, Wood Siding
Roof: Tile

Condition

Year built: 1981

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public, Well

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: Capisallo

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Mercedes

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $155/sqft
Tax assessed value: $143,009
Annual tax amount: $2,897
Date on market: 8/3/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/3/2026	Listed for sale	$299,000+53.3%$155/sqft
Source: RGVMLS #29778449 Report a problem
8/19/2024	Listing removed	--
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #418269 Report a problem
7/16/2024	Price change	$195,000-13.3%$101/sqft
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #418269 Report a problem
11/7/2023	Listed for sale	$225,000$117/sqft
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #418269 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,897 -4.3%	$143,009 -2.9%
2024	$3,028 +720.6%	$147,353 +114%
2023	$369 -21.6%	$68,864 +10%
2022	$471 +1.4%	$62,604 +10%
2021	$464	$56,913 +10%
2020	--	$51,739 +10%
2019	$434 +36.4%	$47,035 +10%
2018	$318	$42,759
2017	$318 -3.9%	$42,759 -2.4%
2016	$331 +20.9%	$43,828 +5.1%
2015	$274	$41,696 -24.1%
2005	--	$54,911 +18.8%
2000	--	$46,219