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$183,168$84 / 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 92How 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 $21,282 on Sep 2, 2008

2012 BIRCH ST

PENITAS, TX 78576
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,183 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$183K
$168K low$199K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$21,282 · Sep 2, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,605 (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.$235,055 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$213,686
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$245,000

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.2014
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
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
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 · 228 ft²Porch · 18 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Corina Pena Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
H
La Joya High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Dr. Javier Saenz Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.4 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

2012 Birch 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 more than 73% of homes in Penitas 78576
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Penitas 78576
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Newer than 74% 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.

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$61K$321K

This home is worth more than 73% 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$183,168
CheaperTypical $140,467Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$84
CheaperTypical $107Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area2,183 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,302 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 2012 Birch St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePenitas 78576Hidalgo County
Estimated valuepricier than$183,16873% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8417% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than2,183 ft²86% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac76% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than200869% of homes74% of homes

About 2012 Birch St

How much is 2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX is $183,168 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $167,819 to $198,517. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX last sell?

2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX last sold on Sep 2, 2008 for $21,282, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX?

2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,183 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX built?

2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX?

2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX is assigned to Corina Pena Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; La Joya High School (high), 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 2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX compare to other homes in Penitas 78576?

Among the 3,625 homes in Penitas 78576, it is worth more than 73% of them ($183,168 against a typical $140,467), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($84 against a typical $107), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,183 ft² against a typical 1,302 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (2008 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Hidalgo County, it is worth more than 48% 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 2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2012 Birch St, Penitas, TX was $3,605. The county assessed it at $235,055.

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