42686 PALMITO HILL ROAD, BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521
Homes for sale in Brownsville.
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List Price$1,300,000
42686 Palmito Hill Road
Brownsville, TX 78521
Listing #506498
1
Bedrooms
1 full
Bathrooms
176
Square Feet
Mobile Home
Type
About This Property
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!!
Property Features
Location Information
County
Cameron
Directions
Continue onto FM511 S Keep right to stay on FM511 S Turn left onto TX-4 E/Boca Chica Blvd Turn right onto Palmito Hill Rd
Subdivision
J Y Trevino Orive Res & Banco
Interior Features
Interior
Countertops (Other), Built-in Features, Fireplace, Other
Floors
Other
Primary Bedroom Description
Outside Access, Shower Only
Laundry
None
Full Baths
1
Additional Equipment
Satellite System
Dining Room Description
Living Area(s): 0
Appliances
Water Heater (Propane or Butane), Tankless Water Heater, Other
Living Room Description
Living Area(s): 1
Features
Gated
Has Fireplace
Yes
Windows/Doors Description
Window Coverings (Other), Bay Window(s)
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Exterior Features
Construction
Aluminum Siding, HardiPlank Type
Fencing
Other
Foundation
Other
Patio / Deck Description
Covered Patio, Deck
Roof
Metal
Lot Description
Corner Lot
Possession
Closing and Funding
Lot Size in Acres
5.56
Septic or Sewer
Septic Tank
Lot Size in Sq. Ft.
242,193
Parking Description
No Garage
Buildings
Storage
Garage Spaces
0
Energy Features
Other
Parking Spaces
0
Road Description
Caliche, Dirt
School
Elementary School District
Port Isabel ISD
Middle School
Port Isabel Junior High
Elementary School
El Jardin
High School
Port Isabel H.S.
Additional Information
Is a Gated Community
Yes
Status
Active
Property Type
MH
Taxes
5500
Property SubType
Mobile Home
Tax Year
2025
Year Built
2023
Square Feet Source
Cameron CAD
APN
823000400001
Mortgage Calculator
$6,070
per month
30 Year Fixed. 3.52% Interest Rate.
Principal + Interest
$4,684
Monthly Tax
$1,083
Monthly Insurance
$303
yrs
%
$
$
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Schools
Walk Score
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Pathway To Home Realty
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