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$149,000$122 / 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 95How 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

3500 CARMEN AVE

BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
Building report
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,221 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.
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.

Valuation

$149K
$141K low$157K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$101,033 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$91,848
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$134,513

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.49
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
61
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.

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
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(4)

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 SchoolC+
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%

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How this home compares

3500 Carmen Ave 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 70% of homes in Cameron County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Brownsville 78520
  • Among the smallest lots in Brownsville 78520

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
$64K$503K

This home is worth more than 31% 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$149,000
CheaperTypical $190,949Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$122
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,221 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,387 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size2,314 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 3500 Carmen Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrownsville 78520Cameron County
Estimated valuepricier than$149,00031% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12232% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,221 ft²38% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,314 ft²almost no homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than198241% of homes37% of homes

About 3500 Carmen Ave

How much is 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX is $149,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $141,355 to $156,645. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX last sell?

3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX last sold on Aug 20, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX?

3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,221 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX built?

3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX?

3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX is assigned to Villareal Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Resaca Middle School (middle), rated B; Los Fresnos High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3500 Carmen Ave, Brownsville, TX compare to other homes in Brownsville 78520?

Among the 20,037 homes in Brownsville 78520, it is worth more than 31% of them ($149,000 against a typical $190,949), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($122 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,221 ft² against a typical 1,387 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,314 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1982 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Cameron County, it is worth more than 30% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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