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$288,512$124 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

42 SHENANDOAH RIVER DR

BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,321 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
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

$289K
$270K low$307K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,637 (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.$231,719 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,028
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$189,691
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$226,884
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$231,719

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.48
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
56
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.
40
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.Single Family Residence
CountyCAMERON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 120 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
Veterans Memorial Early College High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Villa Nueva Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
M
Charles Stillman Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 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

42 Shenandoah River Dr 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 85% of homes in Brownsville 78520
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Brownsville 78520
  • Bigger than 89% of homes 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
$68K$563K

This home is worth more than 85% 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$288,512
CheaperTypical $189,733Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area2,321 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,379 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 42 Shenandoah River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrownsville 78520Cameron County
Estimated valuepricier than$288,51285% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12435% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than2,321 ft²89% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac63% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than199150% of homes51% of homes

About 42 Shenandoah River Dr

How much is 42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX is $288,512 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $270,453 to $306,571. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX last sell?

42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX last sold on Jun 6, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX?

42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,321 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX built?

42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX?

42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX is assigned to Veterans Memorial Early College High School (high), rated A-; Villa Nueva Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Charles Stillman Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Brownsville Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX compare to other homes in Brownsville 78520?

Among the 20,035 homes in Brownsville 78520, it is worth more than 85% of them ($288,512 against a typical $189,733), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($124 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,321 ft² against a typical 1,379 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1991 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Cameron County, it is worth more than 79% 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 42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Shenandoah River Dr, Brownsville, TX was $5,637. The county assessed it at $231,719.

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