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$489,838$165 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $619,115 on Nov 27, 2024

79 CORTEZ AVE

RANCHO VIEJO, TX 78575
0
Baths
2,977 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.
0.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
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

$490K
$465K low$514K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$619,115 · Nov 27, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,559 (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.$357,261 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$324,783
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$365,790

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
93
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.69 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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.0.42
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 · 655 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
Villareal Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Resaca Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Los Fresnos High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi

District: Los Fresnos Consolidated Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78575These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,688
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.636 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,538
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,513
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

79 Cortez 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 94% of homes in Cameron County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Cameron County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Cameron County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Cameron County
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Olmito 78575

What homes are worth in Olmito 78575

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

This home
$117K$937K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Olmito 78575.

How it measures up in Olmito 78575

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Olmito 78575.

Estimated value$489,838
CheaperTypical $293,891Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$165
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area2,977 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,953 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.42 ac
SmallerTypical 0.34 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 79 Cortez Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOlmito 78575Cameron County
Estimated valuepricier than$489,83886% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16565% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than2,977 ft²82% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.42 ac64% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than199873% of homes63% of homes

About 79 Cortez Ave

How much is 79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX is $489,838 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $465,426 to $514,250. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX last sell?

79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX last sold on Nov 27, 2024 for $619,115, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX?

79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX has 2,977 square feet of living space and a 0.42-acre lot.

When was 79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX built?

79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX?

79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX is assigned to Villareal Elementary School (elementary), rated B; 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 79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX compare to other homes in Olmito 78575?

Among the 2,141 homes in Olmito 78575, it is worth more than 86% of them ($489,838 against a typical $293,891), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($165 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,977 ft² against a typical 1,953 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.42 ac against a typical 0.34 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1998 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Cameron County, it is worth more than 94% 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 79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Cortez Ave, Rancho Viejo, TX was $6,559. The county assessed it at $357,261.

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