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$196,668$72 / 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 92How 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

8255 MATEO ESCOBAR ST

MONTE ALTO, TX 78538
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,736 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
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

$197K
$182K low$212K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,651 (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.$200,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,953
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$144,047
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$213,892
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,000

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.59
55
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
65
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
100
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyHIDALGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Metal
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Roberto Garate Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Jose Borrego Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Monte Alto High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Monte Alto Independent School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 78538These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
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.20,297
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.259 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,760
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,449
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.74°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.25 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

8255 Mateo Escobar St 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 70% of homes in Edcouch 78538
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Edcouch 78538
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Hidalgo County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Hidalgo County

What homes are worth in Edcouch 78538

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

This home
$46K$506K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Edcouch 78538.

How it measures up in Edcouch 78538

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Edcouch 78538.

Estimated value$196,668
CheaperTypical $143,278Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$72
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area2,736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,264 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1998Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 8255 Mateo Escobar St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEdcouch 78538Hidalgo County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,66870% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7217% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,736 ft²92% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac39% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than198837% of homes31% of homes

About 8255 Mateo Escobar St

How much is 8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX is $196,668 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $181,685 to $211,651. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX last sell?

8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX?

8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,736 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX built?

8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX?

8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX is assigned to Roberto Garate Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Jose Borrego Middle School (middle), rated C-; Monte Alto High School (high), rated F. All sit in Monte Alto Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX compare to other homes in Edcouch 78538?

Among the 4,315 homes in Edcouch 78538, it is worth more than 70% of them ($196,668 against a typical $143,278), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($72 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,736 ft² against a typical 1,264 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1988 against a typical 1998). Measured against all of Hidalgo County, it is worth more than 51% 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 8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8255 Mateo Escobar St, Monte Alto, TX was $1,651. The county assessed it at $200,000.

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