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Duplex with Detached Storage Shed

1717 E POLK ST. Brownsville, TX 78520

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$144,900

MULTI_FAMILY - BROWNSVILLE, TX

Property size:
1,020 SF
Lot size:
0.07 Acres
Price / SF:
$142.06/SF
Added:
Jul 14, 2026
Days on Market:
1
Last Refresh:
Jul 14 at 12:06 pm

Property Features for 1717 E POLK ST.

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Patio and Porch features
Porch
Interior features
Cable TV, Ceiling Fan(s)
Exterior features
Deck/Balcony/Porch, Storage
Fencing
Chain Link, Privacy
Standard status
Active
Size
1,020 SF
Lot size
0.07 Acres

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Electric (Heating)
Cooling system
Electric, Wall/Window Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1930
Floors in Building
1
Number of units
2
Flooring type
Vinyl, Tile
Additional Structures
Storage

Listing agent Favio Balladares Jr.

Listing office GRT Realty 7280 N Frontage Rd, Brownsville, TX

Listing date Jul 14, 2026

MLS# 29777942 Listing URL

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This duplex at 1717 E Polk St., Brownsville, TX 78520 offers a straightforward two-unit setup suited to an owner-occupant or income use. The property includes a large detached storage shed that provides additional space and also houses the washer and dryer, keeping laundry functions separated from the living areas.

The location is described as convenient to Expressway 77/83 and close to a university, supporting day-to-day access for commuting and local needs.

With an indicated property size of 1,020 square feet and a lot size of 0.0689 acres, the home is sized for manageable maintenance while maintaining an emphasis on practical on-site storage and functional laundry access.

Key Highlights

  • Duplex built in 1930 with public water and public sewer
  • Electric heating with electric cooling, including wall/window unit A/C
  • Each unit includes ceiling fans and cable TV

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $12.9k $12.60
− Vacancy −$830 −$0.81
EGI $12.0k $11.79
− OpEx −$3.6k −$3.54
NOI $8.4k $8.25
1,020 SF · lease $12.60/SF/yr · vacancy 6.46% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$120.2K
$105.2K – $140.3K (±1% cap)
NOI $8,415 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.81%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$110.2K
$96.5K – $128.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $7,717 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.33%
Theoretical Best
Healthcare Medical
$175.6K
$153.7K – $204.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $12,294 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.48%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Dental Office HVAC Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom Electrical Service Real Estate Agency Skin Care Clinic (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Carpet & Flooring Store Locksmith Acupuncture

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Duplex in Brownsville near Expressway 77/83, with a detached shed housing washer and dryer.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1717 E POLK ST. Brownsville, TX.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $144,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Duplex built in 1930 with public water and public sewer; Electric heating with electric cooling, including wall/window unit A/C; Each unit includes ceiling fans and cable TV
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