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$196,905$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 91How 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 $66,300 on Oct 10, 2014

979 VALLEY RIV

BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520
0
Baths
1,155 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$197K
$179K low$215K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$66,300 · Oct 10, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,004 (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.$170,446 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$154,951
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,375

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.56
45
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
51
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.
41
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.11 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
CountyCAMERON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 216 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
James Pace Early College High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Garden Park Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Stell Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 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

979 Valley Riv 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 more per square foot than 86% of homes in Brownsville 78520
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Brownsville 78520
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Cameron County
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Cameron County

What homes are worth in Brownsville 78520

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

This home
$67K$535K

This home is worth more than 61% 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$196,905
CheaperTypical $179,728Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,155 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,383 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 979 Valley Riv ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrownsville 78520Cameron County
Estimated valuepricier than$196,90561% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17086% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,155 ft²33% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac32% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than201490% of homes91% of homes

About 979 Valley Riv

How much is 979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX is $196,905 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $178,576 to $215,234. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX last sell?

979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX last sold on Oct 10, 2014 for $66,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX?

979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX has 1,155 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX built?

979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX?

979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX is assigned to James Pace Early College High School (high), rated C-; Garden Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Stell Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Brownsville Independent School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX compare to other homes in Brownsville 78520?

Among the 20,066 homes in Brownsville 78520, it is worth more than 61% of them ($196,905 against a typical $179,728), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($170 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,155 ft² against a typical 1,383 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2014 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Cameron 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 979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX?

The 2025 property tax bill for 979 Valley Riv, Brownsville, TX was $2,004. The county assessed it at $170,446.

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