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3500 CARMEN AVE

BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
2,314 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
Built 198215 floors70 units1,070–1,327 ft²
$8.1M
All units combinedThe sum of our current value estimates for every unit in the building — roughly what the whole building's homes are worth together.
$114K
Median unit valueThe middle unit value in this building by our estimate: half the units are worth more, half less.
$96
Median $/ft²The middle price per square foot across the building's units, by our current estimates. Useful for comparing units of different sizes.

-30.1%vs the Brownsville ZIP median sale $/ft² ($138)

Sales Performance

$120K
Median sale (12 mo)The middle sale price among this building's units that sold in the last 12 months, from recorded deeds.
—
1-yr changeHow the building's median sale price over the last 12 months compares with the 12 months before that.
1
Sales (12 mo)Units in this building that sold in the last 12 months, from recorded arms-length deeds.
1.4%
Turnover (12 mo)The share of units that changed hands in the last 12 months. Around 4–6% a year is typical; much higher can signal investor churn or a wave of exits.
Median sale price (yearly, all time)Every recorded arms-length sale in the building since records begin, grouped by year: the bars count sales and the line tracks the median price paid.MedianSales
201920222026

3 arms-length sales on record for this building.

Unit Mix & Floor PlansThe building's recurring floor plans, found by grouping units with identical beds, baths and square footage in county records. Larger groups are the building's standard layouts; leftover units have one-off sizes.

Every unit: size vs estimated valueEvery unit in the building as one dot: across is its size, up is our current value estimate, and color is its bedroom count. Vertical columns of dots are recurring floor plans; the height spread within a column shows how much floor, view and condition move prices for the same layout.
$87K$110K$132K$155K1,070 ft²1,121 ft²1,173 ft²1,224 ft²1,276 ft²1,327 ft²
Studio2 bd
Studio
41 units
2 bed
29 units
Recurring floor plansThe building's recurring floor plans, found by grouping units with identical beds, baths and square footage in county records. Larger groups are the building's standard layouts; leftover units have one-off sizes.
Studio · 0 ba · 1,070 ft²
6 units
Studio · 0 ba · 1,222 ft²
6 units
Studio · 0 ba · 1,131 ft²
5 units
Studio · 0 ba · 1,176 ft²
5 units
Studio · 0 ba · 1,182 ft²
5 units
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,189 ft²
5 units
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,131 ft²
4 units
Studio · 0 ba · 1,138 ft²
4 units
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 ft²
4 units
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,070 ft²
3 units
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,138 ft²
3 units
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,169 ft²
3 units
Studio · 0 ba · 1,169 ft²
3 units
Studio · 0 ba · 1,189 ft²
3 units
One-off layouts
11 units

Value DistributionHow the building's units spread across value ranges by our current estimates. A wide spread usually means big differences in size, floor or view.

$87K–$87K
1 unit
$99K–$104K
7 units
$105K–$112K
22 units
$113K–$121K
27 units
$122K–$127K
5 units
$133K–$135K
4 units
$141K–$141K
1 unit
$149K–$155K
3 units

Value by Floor & LineAverage estimated price per square foot by floor range, using unit numbers to infer floors. Higher floors usually price higher — the gap shows how much the view is worth here.

Floors 1–3
$97/ft²
Floors 4–6
$98/ft²
Floors 7–9
$104/ft²
Floors 10–12
$97/ft²
Floors 13–15
$99/ft²
Unit lines by $/ft²Condo units stacked vertically share a unit line — the last digits of the unit number (like 05 in 1205, 1305, 1405). Lines share a layout and exposure, so comparing estimated $/ft² by line shows which position in the building commands a premium.
Line ·07
$109/ft²
Line ·05
$106/ft²
Line ·04
$101/ft²
Line ·08
$100/ft²
Line ·06
$98/ft²
Line ·03
$97/ft²
Line ·01
$97/ft²
Line ·02
$96/ft²

Ownership & Financing

Owner-occupiedThe share of units where the owner lives in the unit, per county records. The rest are second homes or rentals.36%
Company-ownedUnits owned through an LLC, trust, or other company — a rough proxy for investor ownership.11%
Typical owner tenureThe middle number of years since each unit last changed hands — how long the current owners have been in place.9.3 yrs
Cash purchases (5 yrs)The share of purchases in the last 5 years with no mortgage recorded. High cash share is common in second-home and investor buildings.50%
Avg. loan-to-valueAverage current loan balance against unit value across the building. Low numbers mean owners hold lots of equity — a sign of financial stability.16%
Median owner equityThe middle dollar amount of equity (value minus loans) unit owners hold in this building.$138,605
Median tax billThe middle annual property tax bill among the building's units.$2,905
Pre-foreclosure noticesUnits with an active pre-foreclosure or foreclosure notice on file.0

Recent SalesThe latest recorded arms-length sales in the building, newest first.

Unit G-706May 13, 2026$119,700Unit 603Jul 1, 2022$85,000Unit 1502Jan 22, 2019$40,000

Values are TopHap estimates, not appraisals. Sales, ownership and tax figures come from recorded county documents via ATTOM and can lag by several weeks.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,004 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$132,092 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,005
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$115,087
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$124,804
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$132,092

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.59
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
59
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
99
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
39
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.50%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyCAMERON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 150 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Villareal Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
M
Resaca Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi
H
Los Fresnos High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.6 mi

District: Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78520These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.66,763
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,600 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,004
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$56,361
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.27 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

All UnitsEvery property record the county has at this street address, such as the units in a condo building. Prices shown are our estimates, not asking prices.

3500 Carmen Ave
1,182 ft²
$111K
3500 Carmen Ave
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,138 ft²
$119K
3500 Carmen Ave
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,070 ft²
$129K
3500 Carmen Ave # 101
1,327 ft²
$133K
3500 Carmen Ave # 102
1,222 ft²
$111K
3500 Carmen Ave # A-103
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,222 ft²
$127K
3500 Carmen Ave # A-104
1,222 ft²
$114K
3500 Carmen Ave # 201
1,222 ft²
$111K
3500 Carmen Ave # 202
1,222 ft²
$116K
3500 Carmen Ave # 203
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,222 ft²
$108K
3500 Carmen Ave # 204
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,327 ft²
$134K
3500 Carmen Ave # 303
1,221 ft²
$112K
3500 Carmen Ave # C-305
2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,221 ft²
$149K
3500 Carmen Ave # 306
1,327 ft²
$121K
3500 Carmen Ave # 402
1,070 ft²
$117K
3500 Carmen Ave # 404
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,070 ft²
$99K
3500 Carmen Ave # 407
1,070 ft²
$111K
3500 Carmen Ave # 408
1,070 ft²
$103K
3500 Carmen Ave # E-501
1,182 ft²
$118K
3500 Carmen Ave # 502
1,189 ft²
$133K
3500 Carmen Ave # 503
1,182 ft²
$102K
3500 Carmen Ave # E-504
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,189 ft²
$120K
3500 Carmen Ave # 601
1,182 ft²
$120K
3500 Carmen Ave # 602
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,189 ft²
$110K
3500 Carmen Ave # 603
1,182 ft²
$109K
3500 Carmen Ave # 604
1,189 ft²
$110K
3500 Carmen Ave # 701
1,169 ft²
$110K
3500 Carmen Ave # 702
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 ft²
$113K
3500 Carmen Ave # 703
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,131 ft²
$111K
3500 Carmen Ave # 704
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,138 ft²
$120K
3500 Carmen Ave # 705
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,131 ft²
$122K
3500 Carmen Ave # G-706
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,138 ft²
$118K
3500 Carmen Ave # 802
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,070 ft²
$119K
3500 Carmen Ave # 804
2 bd · 1,070 ft²
$107K
3500 Carmen Ave # H-805
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,070 ft²
$120K
3500 Carmen Ave # H-806
1,070 ft²
$103K
3500 Carmen Ave # 807
1,070 ft²
$135K
3500 Carmen Ave # 808
1,070 ft²
$116K
3500 Carmen Ave # 902
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,189 ft²
$119K
3500 Carmen Ave # 903
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,182 ft²
$110K
3500 Carmen Ave # 904
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,189 ft²
$122K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1002
1,189 ft²
$110K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1003
1,182 ft²
$109K
3500 Carmen Ave # K-1004
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,189 ft²
$114K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1101
1,327 ft²
$121K
3500 Carmen Ave # L-1102
1,222 ft²
$114K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1103
1,222 ft²
$112K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1201
1,169 ft²
$113K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1202
1,176 ft²
$105K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1203
1,131 ft²
$150K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1204
1,138 ft²
$106K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1205
1,131 ft²
$109K
3500 Carmen Ave # M-1207
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,169 ft²
$125K
3500 Carmen Ave # M-1208
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 ft²
$114K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1301
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,169 ft²
$117K
3500 Carmen Ave # N-1302
1,176 ft²
$100K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1303
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,131 ft²
$109K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1307
2 bd · 1,169 ft²
$141K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1308
1,176 ft²
$108K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1402
1,176 ft²
$117K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1403
1,131 ft²
$104K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1404
1,138 ft²
$117K
3500 Carmen Ave # P-1405
1,131 ft²
$113K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1406
1,138 ft²
$116K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1407
1,169 ft²
$102K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1408
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 ft²
$119K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1501
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,169 ft²
$113K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1502
1,176 ft²
$87K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1503
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,131 ft²
$116K
3500 Carmen Ave # Q-1504
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,138 ft²
$155K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1505
1,131 ft²
$109K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1506
1,138 ft²
$108K
3500 Carmen Ave # 1508
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,176 ft²
$124K

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

About 3500 Carmen Ave

How many units are in 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX?

3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX has 70 residential units across 15 floors, built in 1982, according to county assessor records.

What is a unit at 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX worth?

The median TopHap Estimate across the 70 units at 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX is $113,631. That works out to $96 per square foot. Units run from 1,070 to 1,327 square feet. Estimates are modelled from recorded sales and assessments, not appraisals.

Is 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX expensive for Brownsville?

Units at 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX carry a median of $96 per square foot, 30% below the Brownsville median of $138 per square foot.

How often do units sell at 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX?

1 units at 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX sold in the last 12 months, out of 3 recorded arms-length sales all time. That is a turnover rate of 1.4% of the building per year. The median sale over that period was $120K.

What floor plans does 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX have?

The most common plan at 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX is a 0-bedroom of 1,070 square feet, repeated 6 times, with a median estimate of $113,969. TopHap identifies 14 recurring plans in the building.

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