Entertainer's paradise in Brownsville! This gated property spans two combined lots, offering a fully renovated main home plus a private backyard retreat built for hosting — and loaded with short-term rental potential. Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and glass mosaic backsplash. Open dining area with marble-top table and designer pendant lighting. 3 bedrooms, including a primary suite with mirrored furniture and LED accent lighting. Updated bathroom with tile surround. Sparkling in-ground pool with custom tile trim, covered pergola/cabana, and wood lounge seating — ideal for parties, gatherings, or an Airbnb-style rental. Additional storage/casita structure on the second lot. Fully fenced and gated for privacy and security. Move-in ready with serious income potential. Schedule your showing today!
For sale
$285,000
670 Saint John Dr, Brownsville, TX 78521
3beds
1,028sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1998
10,001 Square Feet Lot
$278,800 Zestimate®
$277/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gated propertySpans two combined lotsWood lounge seatingGranite countersFully renovated main homeLed accent lightingDesigner pendant lighting
- 26 days
- 591
- 36
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Luis Torres 956-800-0558,
Tnt Real Estate
Source: Greater McAllen AOR,MLS#: 510430
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Description: Living Area(s): 1
Living room
- Description: Living Area(s): 1
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater (Other Location), Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove/Range, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Countertops (Other), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,028
- Total interior livable area: 1,028 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered Patio
- Exterior features: Motorized Gate
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Outdoor Pool
- Fencing: None
Lot
- Size: 10,001 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0399890030013000 AND 0399890030014000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs
- Subdivision: Isla De Palmas Subdivision Sec V
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Brownsville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $277/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $203,554
- Annual tax amount: $2,385
- Date on market: 8/3/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$278,800
$265,000 - $293,000
$1,524/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $285,000$277/sqft |
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #510430 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/1998 | Sold | -- |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,237 +9.5% | $99,854 +10% |
| 2024 | $1,130 +8.7% | $90,776 +10% |
| 2023 | $1,040 -66.7% | $82,524 -31.4% |
| 2022 | $3,121 | $120,334 +57.4% |
| 2021 | -- | $76,452 +23.3% |
| 2020 | -- | $62,002 -0.6% |
| 2019 | $1,661 +2.2% | $62,362 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $1,624 -3.2% | $62,781 -0.7% |
| 2017 | $1,679 +4.1% | $63,202 -0.7% |
| 2016 | $1,613 +19.6% | $63,624 -1.3% |
| 2015 | $1,348 | $64,463 +21% |
| 2014 | $1,348 | $53,273 |
| 2013 | -- | $53,273 -0.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $53,693 -0.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $54,116 -0.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $54,202 -3.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $56,288 |
| 2008 | -- | $56,288 |
| 2007 | -- | $56,288 +12.1% |
| 2005 | $1,387 -0.2% | $50,208 |
| 2004 | $1,390 +11.2% | $50,208 +9.7% |
| 2003 | $1,250 -0.1% | $45,784 |
| 2002 | $1,252 +2.8% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,218 +11.7% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,091 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Southmost
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hudson
- Middle: Besteiro
- High: Idea River View H.S.
- District: Brownsville 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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