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$308,395$136 / 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 91How 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 $172,500 on Nov 30, 2010

717 CARDINAL AVE

MCALLEN, TX 78504
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,267 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1993
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

$308K
$282K low$335K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$172,500 · Nov 30, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,190 (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.$285,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$79,663
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$205,337
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$285,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$285,000

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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
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 · 117 ft²Porch · 48 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
Leonelo H. Gonzalez Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Dr. Rodney D. Cathey Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
McAllen Memorial High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: McAllen Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78504These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.10

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.60,223
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,246 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,393
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,542
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 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

717 Cardinal 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 more than 85% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in McAllen 78504
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in McAllen 78504
  • Older than 69% of homes in McAllen 78504

What homes are worth in McAllen 78504

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

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$159K$817K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in McAllen 78504.

How it measures up in McAllen 78504

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in McAllen 78504.

Estimated value$308,395
CheaperTypical $261,586Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$136
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area2,267 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,854 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1993
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 717 Cardinal Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMcAllen 78504Hidalgo County
Estimated valuepricier than$308,39568% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13634% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than2,267 ft²71% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac69% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than199331% of homes40% of homes

About 717 Cardinal Ave

How much is 717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX is $308,395 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $281,697 to $335,093. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX last sell?

717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX last sold on Nov 30, 2010 for $172,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX?

717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,267 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX built?

717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX was built in 1993, making it 33 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX?

717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX is assigned to Leonelo H. Gonzalez Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Dr. Rodney D. Cathey Middle School (middle), rated A-; McAllen Memorial High School (high), rated B. All sit in McAllen Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX compare to other homes in McAllen 78504?

Among the 19,518 homes in McAllen 78504, it is worth more than 68% of them ($308,395 against a typical $261,586), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($136 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,267 ft² against a typical 1,854 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1993 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Hidalgo County, it is worth more than 85% 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 717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 717 Cardinal Ave, Mcallen, TX was $5,190. The county assessed it at $285,000.

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