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$181,336$97 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

5 ELDA DR

BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521
0
Baths
1,868 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.
3,700 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$181K
$170K low$193K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$766 (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.$144,849 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$131,681
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,731

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.62
76
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
48
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
97
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.48%

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.0.09
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.Porch · 406 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.

E
Judge Reynaldo G. Garza at Southmost Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Raul A. Besteiro, Jr. Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Lopez Early College High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Brownsville Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78521These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.7

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
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.91,986
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.623 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,363
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,725
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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

5 Elda 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Brownsville 78521
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Brownsville 78521
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Brownsville 78521
  • Older than 71% of homes in Cameron County

What homes are worth in Brownsville 78521

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

This home
$75K$459K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Brownsville 78521.

How it measures up in Brownsville 78521

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brownsville 78521.

Estimated value$181,336
CheaperTypical $181,308Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $134Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,868 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size3,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 5 Elda Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrownsville 78521Cameron County
Estimated valuepricier than$181,33650% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9710% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,868 ft²81% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,700 ft²2% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than197931% of homes29% of homes

About 5 Elda Dr

How much is 5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX is $181,336 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $169,867 to $192,805. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX last sell?

5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX last sold on Jul 21, 1998, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX?

5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX has 1,868 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX built?

5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX?

5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX is assigned to Judge Reynaldo G. Garza at Southmost Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Raul A. Besteiro, Jr. Middle School (middle), rated C; Lopez Early College High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Brownsville Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX compare to other homes in Brownsville 78521?

Among the 24,837 homes in Brownsville 78521, it is worth more than 50% of them ($181,336 against a typical $181,308), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($97 against a typical $134), it is bigger than 81% of them (1,868 ft² against a typical 1,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (3,700 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1979 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Cameron County, it is worth more than 43% 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 5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Elda Dr, Brownsville, TX was $766. The county assessed it at $144,849.

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