Welcome to your dream retreat on 1.05 acres of serene Texas land! Step inside this beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home to find modern updates throughout—fresh paint, new flooring, and a kitchen ready for your next gathering. Need more space for work or hobbies? You’ll love the two exterior storage sheds, including one fully converted into a private office with electricity and a mini-split system to keep you cool during those hot Texas summers. Out back, you’ll find a fenced-in private yard with its own entrance—perfect for pets or a mini farm setup. The expansive lot offers tons of room to expand, garden, or simply relax under mature shade trees. Whether you’re looking for space to grow or just more privacy, this property offers endless flexibility. Come see why this one checks all the boxes!
Est. $1,753 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 20538 Rio Rancho Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Mar 12, 2026
Sold
*
Public Records
Mar 12, 2026
Sold
*
MCALLENMLS #475728
Mar 10, 2026
Sold
*
Feb 23, 2026
Pending
—
Jan 15, 2026
Price Changed
$250,000
$153/sq ft
Dec 18, 2025
Price Changed
$255,000
$156/sq ft
Nov 26, 2025
Price Changed
$260,000
$159/sq ft
Nov 5, 2025
Price Changed
$265,000
$162/sq ft
Sep 4, 2025
Price Changed
$270,000
$165/sq ft
Aug 11, 2025
Price Changed
$275,000
$169/sq ft
Jul 28, 2025
Price Changed
$280,000
$172/sq ft
Jul 10, 2025
Listed
$285,000
$175/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 5, 2018
Sold
*
RGVMLS #29710688
Apr 4, 2018
Sold
—
Feb 28, 2018
Listed
$130,000
$80/sq ft
Country living close to town! Come see this CUTE 3 bedroom, 2 bath home that sits on just a little over 1 ACRE. The current owner has done a lot of updating and remodeling. Nice size Kitchen, open to dining area, seller installed new counter tops and opened up the space to the living area. Laundry area off kitchen and extra storage. All new floors, new bathroom vanity, AC has been replaced. The property has been cleared of a lot of trees so it's more open now, livestock allowed, LARGE PATIO. .. it's a must see to appreciate! Listed to sell at $130,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,595 (+10.3%)
2024
$3,259 (+7.4%)
2023
$3,034 (−1.4%)
2022
$3,078 (+10.1%)
2021
$2,796 (+9.3%)
2020
$2,559 (+1.9%)
$21,210 + $77,835
$99,045
2019
$2,511 (+9.0%)
$17,000 + $77,033
$94,033
2018
$2,304 (+10.8%)
$17,000 + $68,528
$85,528
2017
$2,078 (−1.8%)
$17,000 + $60,332
$77,332
2016
$2,116
$17,000 + $60,332
$77,332
2015
$2,118 (+2.9%)
$17,000 + $61,026
$78,026
2014
$2,058
$17,000 + $61,719
$78,719
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
120 ft.
Lot depth
380 ft.
Lot size
1.05 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,632
Year built
2000
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cameron County
APN
11-8575-0010-0090-00
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 5, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Total Parking Spaces: 0
# of Garage Spaces: 0
Covered Spaces: 0
Carport Spaces: 0
Parking Features: No Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Master Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 0
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Description: Living Area(s): 1
Living Room Information
Living Room Description: Living Area(s): 2
Interior Features
Flooring: Concrete, Vinyl
Window Features: Energy Features (Double Pane Windows), Mini Blinds, Wood/Faux Blinds
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater (Laundry Room), Smooth Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Ice Maker, Convection Oven, Stove/Range-Electric Smooth, Washer
Tax Legal Description: LOT 9 BLK 1 RIO RANCHO ESTATES SUBDIVISION
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $3,259
Financing Information
Escrow: 2850
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: City Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Central
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School / Neighborhood
Elementary School: Dishman
Elementary School District: Harlingen ISD
Middle Or Junior School: Gutierrez
Middle Or Junior School District: Harlingen ISD
High School: Harlingen H.S.
High School District: Harlingen ISD
Location Details
Directions: Starting at Iwo Jima War Memorial, head toward Fresno for 249 ft. Turn right onto Fresno. Go for 0.1 mi. Turn right onto Camellia St. Go for 0.1 mi. Turn right onto Iwo Jima Blvd. Go for 0.1 mi. Turn left onto N 25th St (FM-507) toward Downtown District. Go for 0.2 mi. Turn right toward N Loop 499/TX-499-LOOP W. Go for 141 ft. Turn right onto N Loop 499 (TX-499-LOOP W). Go for 3.2 mi. Turn right onto Texas Tropical Trl (US-77-BR N) toward I-69E N/US-77 N. Go for 1.0 mi. Turn left onto Rio Rancho Rd. Go for 0.2 mi. End at 20538 Rio Rancho Rd
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,632
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.05 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Cameron County
APN: 11-8575-0010-0090-00
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 5, 2026
Other
Listing Price Information
RATIO ListPrice By SQFT: 153.19
RATIO ListPrice By Original List Price: 0.87719
RATIO List Price By ACRE: 238095.24
RATIO Current Price by Acres: 238095.24
RATIO Current Price By SQFT: 153.19
RATIO Close Price By SQFT: 153.19
RATIO Close Price By Original List Price: 0.87719
RATIO Close Price By List Price: 1
RATIO Close Price By ACRE: 238095.24
Listing Information
Last Status: Pending
Buyer CC YN: No
Repairs YN: No
Non Allowables: No
Around this home
Schools
Dishman Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Gutierrez Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
8/10
Harlingen High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.5mi
4/10
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Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 18-26% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 110° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Harlingen, TX • 78552
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$253,000 – $306,000
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