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$357,779$93 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $268,000 on Aug 31, 2016

1700 SAPPHIRE ST

PENITAS, TX 78576
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,827 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$358K
$333K low$382K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$268,000 · Aug 31, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,458 (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.$320,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$88,416
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$231,584
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$375,992
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$320,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHIDALGO
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.2012
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Patio · 320 ft²Porch · 32 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.

H
La Joya High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Corina Pena Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
M
Dr. Javier Saenz Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.1 mi

District: La Joya Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78576These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.3.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,267
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.238 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,845
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,356
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.22 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

1700 Sapphire St 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Penitas
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Penitas 78576
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Penitas

What homes are worth in Penitas 78576

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

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$60K$321K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Penitas 78576.

How it measures up in Penitas 78576

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Penitas 78576.

Estimated value$357,779
CheaperTypical $139,944Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$93
CheaperTypical $107Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area3,827 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,300 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 1700 Sapphire St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePenitasPenitas 78576Hidalgo County
Estimated valuepricier than$357,779almost all homesalmost all homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9335% of homes29% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than3,827 ft²97% of homes98% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac65% of homes50% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than200573% of homes59% of homes68% of homes

About 1700 Sapphire St

How much is 1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX is $357,779 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $333,161 to $382,397. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX last sell?

1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX last sold on Aug 31, 2016 for $268,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX?

1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,827 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX built?

1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX?

1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX is assigned to La Joya High School (high), rated D; Corina Pena Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Dr. Javier Saenz Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in La Joya Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX compare to other homes in Penitas 78576?

Among the 3,625 homes in Penitas 78576, it is worth more than almost all of them ($357,779 against a typical $139,944), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($93 against a typical $107), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,827 ft² against a typical 1,300 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (2005 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Hidalgo County, it is worth more than 91% 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 1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1700 Sapphire St, Penitas, TX was $8,458. The county assessed it at $320,000.

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