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$305,327$170 / 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 93How 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

5 GILA RIVER CIR

BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,800 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
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

$305K
$285K low$325K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,090 (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.$253,486 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$98,938
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$154,548
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$245,112
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$253,486

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
34
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.0.40
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 · 45 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 · 0.4 mi
E
Villa Nueva Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.7 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

5 Gila River Cir 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 87% of homes in Brownsville 78520
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Brownsville 78520
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Brownsville 78520
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% 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.

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$68K$563K

This home is worth more than 87% 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$305,327
CheaperTypical $189,733Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,379 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 5 Gila River Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrownsville 78520Cameron County
Estimated valuepricier than$305,32787% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17079% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,800 ft²74% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac90% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than199758% of homes61% of homes

About 5 Gila River Cir

How much is 5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX is $305,327 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $285,458 to $325,196. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX last sell?

5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX last sold on Apr 26, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX?

5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,800 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX built?

5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX?

5 Gila River Cir, 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 5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX compare to other homes in Brownsville 78520?

Among the 20,035 homes in Brownsville 78520, it is worth more than 87% of them ($305,327 against a typical $189,733), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($170 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,800 ft² against a typical 1,379 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1997 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Cameron County, it is worth more than 81% 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 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Gila River Cir, Brownsville, TX was $6,090. The county assessed it at $253,486.

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