11009 Monte Cristo Rd

3,922 Sq. Ft.
$137 / Sq. Ft.
3,922
Sq. Ft.
$137
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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....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.
  1. Listed by Diane McLarty • TREC #800100959 • Star Properties Real Estate

Property Details for 11009 Monte Cristo Road

Community Features
Gated
Subdivision Name
Tex-Mex Survey
LISTING UPDATED: 01/15/2026 02:22 PM

Property Details for 11009 Monte Cristo Road

StatusActive
MLS #471879
Days on Market245
Taxes$4,963 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1930
Lot Size5.00 AC / 217,800 SF
CountyHidalgo County

Location

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Building Information for 11009 Monte Cristo Road

Stories2Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size5.00 AC / 217,800 SF

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$3,041 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,627

Property Taxes

$414

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 11009 Monte Cristo Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Monte Cristo Road, East of Hwy. 88 and the Engleman Irrigation District office. South side of the Road. Look for the white stucco fence that says "Trueba."
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 3.0
  • Carport YN: Yes
  • Covered Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Side
  • Parking Total: 3.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Kennedy
  • Elementary School District: Edinburg ISD
  • High School: Economedes H.S.
  • High School District: Edinburg ISD
  • Middle Or Junior School: Harwell
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Edinburg ISD
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: T210000262002100
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,963
  • Tax Legal Description: TEX-MEX SURVEY E17.70'-N519.50' LOT 21 & N519.90' LOT 22 BLK 262-263 5.47AC GR 5.0AC NET
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: HidalgoCAD
  • Building Area Total: 3922.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • GolfCart: No
  • Living Area: 3922.0
  • Living Area Source: HidalgoCAD
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.0
  • Lot Size Area: 5.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 217800.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Year Built Source: Seller
  • Escrow: $5,000.00
Utilities
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: None
Mobile Home
Mobile Home Information
  • Home Warranty: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Manual Gate, Mature Trees
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Landscaped, Privacy
  • Pool: No
  • Construction Materials: Frame/Wood, Stucco
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Patio, Deck/Balcony/Porch
  • Roof: Composition Shingle
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Window Features: Wood/Faux Blinds
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Electric Cooktop
  • Bathrooms Full: 3.0
  • Bathrooms Half: 1.0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.50
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4.0
  • Bedrooms Total: 6.0
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Other HVAC, Wall Unit(s)
  • Cooling YN: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Maid Quarters: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Electric, Other HVAC
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Entrance Foyer, Countertops (Tile), Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Area, Washer/Dryer Connection
  • Dining RoomDescription: Living Area(s): 2
  • Living Room Description: Living Area(s): 2
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Pillar/Post/Pier

Property History for 11009 Monte Cristo Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 18, 2025

Price Change

Greater McAllen Association of REALTORS #471879

$539,000
May 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

Greater McAllen Association of REALTORS #471879

$549,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/18/2025

Price Change

Greater McAllen Association of REALTORS #471879

$539,000
05/30/2025

Listed (Active)

Greater McAllen Association of REALTORS #471879

$549,000

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Schools near 11009 Monte Cristo Road

This home is within Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
John F Kennedy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Betty Harwell Middle
Public6 to 8

Economedes High School
Public9 to 12

Edinburg Alternative Education Academy
Public3 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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11009 Monte Cristo Road is a single family home for sale in Edinburg, TX 78542. This property was listed for sale on May 30, 2025 by Star Properties Real Estate, it's currently listed at $539,000. This listing's school district is Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District. Nearby schools include John F Kennedy Elementary School, Betty Harwell Middle and Economedes High School. 11009 Monte Cristo Road is a 6-bed, 4-bath, 3,922 sqft single family home built in 1930.

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