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$157,540$112 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $36,400 on Nov 18, 2009

1703 RUBY ST

PENITAS, TX 78576
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,408 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.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$158K
$144K low$172K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$36,400 · Nov 18, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,489 (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.$144,485 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$131,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$189,764

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.2008
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
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 · 144 ft²

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 · 2.2 mi
M
Dr. Javier Saenz Middle SchoolD+
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

1703 Ruby 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.

  • Worth less than 66% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Hidalgo County

What homes are worth in Penitas 78576

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

This home
$72K$377K

This home is worth more than 51% of 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$157,540
CheaperTypical $156,556Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $115Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,408 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,305 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 1703 Ruby St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePenitasPenitas 78576Hidalgo County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,54037% of homes51% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11245% of homes44% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,408 ft²41% of homes55% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac66% of homes51% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than200264% of homes50% of homes60% of homes

About 1703 Ruby St

How much is 1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX is $157,540 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $143,516 to $171,564. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX last sell?

1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX last sold on Nov 18, 2009 for $36,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX?

1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,408 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX built?

1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX?

1703 Ruby 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 D+. All sit in La Joya Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX compare to other homes in Penitas 78576?

Among the 3,630 homes in Penitas 78576, it is worth more than 51% of them ($157,540 against a typical $156,556), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($112 against a typical $115), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,408 ft² against a typical 1,305 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (2002 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Hidalgo County, it is worth more than 34% 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 1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1703 Ruby St, Penitas, TX was $1,489. The county assessed it at $144,485.

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