For sale

$140,000

742 S Texas Ave, Mercedes, TX 78570

2beds

888sqft

$1,068/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 2013

8,001 Square Feet Lot

$136,700 Zestimate^®

$158/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Welcoming fireplace

Charming and cozy detached home for sale! This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home offers 888 square feet of comfortable living space and features a welcoming fireplace for those cozy evenings in. Enjoy a big garden perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located close to the downtown area and within walking distance to parks and schools, this property offers both comfort and convenience. Don’t miss the chance to make this lovely home yours!

172 days

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Dining room

Description: Living Area(s): 1

Living room

Description: Living Area(s): 1

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Range, Washer
Laundry: Laundry Area

Features

Granite Counters, Ceiling Fan(s), Split Bedrooms
Flooring: Tile
Windows: Window Coverings

Interior area

Total structure area: 888
Total interior livable area: 888 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: Other Garage or Carport

Features

Patio & porch: Covered Patio, Deck/Balcony/Porch, Patio Slab
Exterior features: Mature Trees
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 8,001 Square Feet
Features: Mature Trees, Sidewalks

Details

Parcel number: M355000123001500

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof: Shingle

Condition

Year built: 2013

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer

Green energy

Energy efficient items: Other

Community & HOA

Community

Features: None
Security: Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: Mercedes Original Townsite

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Mercedes

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $158/sqft
Tax assessed value: $87,724
Annual tax amount: $2,226
Date on market: 2/4/2026
Road surface type: Paved

Estimated market value

$136,700

$130,000 - $144,000

$861/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
2/8/2026	Listing removed	$900$1/sqft
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #494038 Report a problem
2/4/2026	Listed for rent	$900$1/sqft
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #494038 Report a problem
5/19/2020	Sold	--
Source: RGVMLS #29722705 Report a problem
4/7/2020	Pending sale	$79,000$89/sqft
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS LOWER RIO GRANDE VALLEY #29722705 Report a problem
3/29/2020	Listed for sale	$79,000$89/sqft
Source: KELLER WILLIAMS LOWER RIO GRANDE VALLEY #29722705 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,226 +18.7%	$80,047 +20%
2024	$1,875 +0.9%	$66,706 -0.7%
2023	$1,858 -1.3%	$67,186 +7.9%
2022	$1,882 +10.8%	$62,258 +11.7%
2021	$1,699	$55,722 +7.2%
2020	--	$51,971 +1.2%
2019	$1,183 +8.4%	$51,363 -0.6%
2018	$1,092	$51,675 +9.1%
2017	$1,092 +13.1%	$47,352 +10%
2016	$965 +18.9%	$43,047 -0.7%
2015	$812	$43,346 +63.3%
2014	$812	$26,545 +22.1%
2013	--	$21,734
2012	--	$21,734 -9%
2011	--	$23,887 -0.2%
2010	--	$23,937 -4.8%
2009	--	$25,137
2008	--	$25,137 +3.1%
2007	--	$24,375 +14.4%
2006	--	$21,299 -7.6%
2005	--	$23,048 +1%
2004	--	$22,830 +24.8%
2003	--	$18,286
2002	--	$18,286 +3.9%
2001	--	$17,594
2000	--	$17,594

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 78570

Getting around

72 / 100

Very Walkable

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Travis Elementary School
Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
3/10
Sgt Manuel Chacon Middle School
Grades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
2/10
Mercedes High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Travis
Middle: Mercedes Junior High
High: Mercedes H.S.
District: Mercedes 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.