#473596, Karina Velazquez, Listing office: RE/MAX elite
$90,000 List price
1242 S Missouri Ave Mercedes, TX 78570
2 beds
1 full
924 sqft
0.3 acres
$97 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1242 S Missouri Ave
Located at 1242 S Missouri Avenue in Mercedes, TX, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is a prime fixer-upper opportunity with tremendous potential. Sitting on a spacious 0.34-acre lot, the 924 sq ft residence offers a solid foundation, concrete block construction, and a covered carport—ideal for renovation or expansion. Whether you're an investor seeking value-add potential or a homeowner ready to customize your dream space, this centrally located property provides the perfect canvas. With easy access to schools, shopping, and major highways, it’s a rare chance to transform a well-positioned home into a rewarding investment in the growing Rio Grande Valley.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size924 sqft
Lot size0.3357 Acres
Year built1983
ParkingNo Garage
MLS #476882
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Other
- Flooring Type: Other
- Interior: Other
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: No Garage
- Exterior: Other
- Heating: None
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $90,000
- Price/SqFt: $97
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,502
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: Exit the Expressway 83 at Texas Ave / Business Hwy 83 toward downtown Mercedes. Merge onto the frontage and head south on Business Hwy?83 / Texas Ave. “Take exit on Texas Blvd. Merge onto frontage and turn right onto N Missouri Ave before the stop light.” Turn left onto S Missouri Avenue. “Turn Left on Missouri Ave” after heading south on Texas Ave. Continue south—1242 S Missouri Avenue should appear on the left side of the street.
- Year Built: 1983
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 924 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.3357 Acres
- MLS Number: 476882
- MLS Name: McAllenTX
- Office Name: Encore Fine Properties
- Office Phone: (956) 821-6170
- Listing Agent: David Vasquez
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $82,749 | $2,502 |
| 2022 | $56,799 | $1,731 |
| 2021 | $51,969 | $1,270 |
| 2020 | $42,430 | $1,270 |
| 2019 | $38,221 | $1,157 |
| 2017 | $38,221 | $1,159 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
W.B. Travis Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.3 mi
•1551 S Georgia Ave
6
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•801 Hidalgo St
8
Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•500 S Rio Rico Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $57,865. The majority of Mercedes, TX residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
53%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
24%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
18%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NASCAR
Figure Skating
College Football
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dollar General
Kmart
Best Buy
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Bob Evans
Texas Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
Buick
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
Oldies
Contemporary Christian
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1242 S Missouri Ave
The listing price of 1242 S Missouri Ave property is $90,000.
The property 1242 S Missouri Ave is a house located in Mercedes, Texas, 78570.
Active Listing: 1242 S Missouri Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1242 S Missouri Ave are: W.B. Travis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), John F. Kennedy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ruben Hinojosa Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Sgt. Manuel Chacon Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Sgt. William G. Harrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mary Hoge Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Mercedes Early College Academy (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Mercedes High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Triumph Public High Schools-Mercedes (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,502 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 1242 S Missouri Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1242 S Missouri Ave is 924 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1242 S Missouri Ave is 1983.
This home is located at 1242 S Missouri Ave in Mercedes, TX and zip code 78570. This 924 square foot home, which was built in 1983, sits on a 0.34 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $90,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.