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$194,380$143 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $71,400 on Mar 23, 2004

1021 FRENCH RIV

BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
0
Baths
1,358 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$194K
$182K low$206K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$71,400 · Mar 23, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,049 (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.$140,437 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$127,670
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,891

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.51
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
37
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.
41
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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Single Family Residence
CountyCAMERON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 205 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
James Pace Early College High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Garden Park Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Stell Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Brownsville 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%

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How this home compares

1021 French Riv measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Cameron County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Cameron County

What homes are worth in Brownsville 78520

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$67K$535K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Brownsville 78520.

How it measures up in Brownsville 78520

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brownsville 78520.

Estimated value$194,380
CheaperTypical $179,728Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,358 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,383 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 1021 French Riv ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrownsville 78520Cameron County
Estimated valuepricier than$194,38059% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14363% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,358 ft²48% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac21% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than200373% of homes75% of homes

About 1021 French Riv

How much is 1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX is $194,380 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $182,395 to $206,365. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX last sell?

1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX last sold on Mar 23, 2004 for $71,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX?

1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX has 1,358 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX built?

1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX?

1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX is assigned to James Pace Early College High School (high), rated C-; Garden Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Stell Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Brownsville Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX compare to other homes in Brownsville 78520?

Among the 20,066 homes in Brownsville 78520, it is worth more than 59% of them ($194,380 against a typical $179,728), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($143 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,358 ft² against a typical 1,383 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (2003 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Cameron County, it is worth more than 50% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1021 French Riv, Brownsville, TX was $1,049. The county assessed it at $140,437.

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