1290 N Dick Dowling St, San Benito, TX, 78586
About This Home
Exceptional Dual-Home Corner Lot Property for Sale This unique property, situated on a prime corner lot adjacent to an elementary school, is perfect for extended family living, rental income, or multi-generational households. Primary Home: Offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and 1,468 sqft of spacious living area. Secondary Home: Features two bedrooms, one bathroom, and 576 sqft, ideal for a guest house, rental unit, or in-law suite. Located just steps away from Ed Downs Elementary School, making morning commutes easy for families with young children. The property also includes a generously sized yard, perfect for outdoor activities, gardening, or potential future expansion.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Brick Veneer
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Water Heater
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Tile
Heating
- Heating features: Central
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,044
- Total interior livable area: 2,044 sqft
Master Bathroom
- Features: Shower Only
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5894300130001000
Features
- Levels: One
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 0.37 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage,Attached,Garage Faces Front
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Hurricane
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Texas Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,390 | $16,680 |
| Home Insurance * | $247 | $2,964 |
| Property Taxes | $294 | $3,528 |
| Electricity | $238 | $2,859 |
| Total | $2,169 | $26,028 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Texas FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-19 | Price change | $275,000 |
| 2025-08-12 | Listed for sale | $285,000 |
| 2024-08-12 | Listing removed | $300,000 |
| 2024-08-09 | Price change | $300,000 |
| 2024-05-19 | Listed for sale | $350,000 |
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