This historical 2-story home on 5 acres is a wonderful opportunity for anyone looking for a serene homesite, a wedding venue or a vacation rental investment. Located just minutes from Edinburg, this location is made up of a 1 AC homesite, plus 4 AC of brush. The gated entrance, fountain & circle driveway provides a grand entrance. Its size provides plenty of space for outdoor activities or growth. The Monte Cristo Rd location is ideal for travel to any corner of the RGV. Zoned to Edinburg schools. The home has a large bedrooms, living & dining rooms, a nice sized kitchen. Hardwood floors are throughout the original rooms of the house. Per owner, the home was once visited by Eleanor Roosevelt during her tour of the RGV. It is currently being utilized as a Residence and Conference Center.
For sale
$539,000
11009 Monte Cristo Rd, Edcouch, TX 78538
6beds
3,922sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1930
5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$137/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Circle drivewayLiving and dining roomsHardwood floorsLarge bedroomsSerene homesiteGated entranceNice sized kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 30, 2025 at 01:00pm
Listed by:
Diane McLarty 956-330-2242,
Star Properties Real Estate
Source: Greater McAllen AOR,MLS#: 471879
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Description: Living Area(s): 2
Living room
- Description: Living Area(s): 2
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Electric Cooktop
- Laundry: Laundry Area, Washer/Dryer Connection
Features
- Tile Counters, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Wood/Faux Blinds
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,922
- Total interior livable area: 3,922 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Side
- Carport spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered Patio, Deck/Balcony/Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony, Manual Gate, Mature Trees
- Fencing: Chain Link,Landscaped,Privacy
Lot
- Size: 5 Acres
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: T210000262002100
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Frame/Wood, Stucco
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Tex-Mex Survey
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Edcouch
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $137/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $4,963
- Date on market: 5/30/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/18/2025 | Price change | $539,000-1.8%$137/sqft |
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| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,000$140/sqft |
Source: Greater McAllen AOR #471879 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,783/mo
Principal & interest
$2583
Property taxes
$1011
Home insurance
$189
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78538
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10John F Kennedy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.8 mi
- 5/10Betty Harwell MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.7 mi
- 3/10Economedes High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kennedy
- Middle: Harwell
- High: Economedes H.S.
- District: Edinburg ISD
Source: Greater McAllen AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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