Ricardo Salazar · REALTOR® · TREC #643769 · RCR Real Connect Realty (broker license #9012393)

Investor sheet · MLS# 29779036 · https://ricosalazar.com/properties/1417-e-madison-st-brownsville-tx-78520-29779036

$1,300/mo

1417 E Madison St., Brownsville, TX 78520

bd
1
ba
1
ft²
1,092

MLS# 29779036 · Listed by Gilberto J. Guerra, Real Broker, LLC · Tel. 855-450-0442

  • TypeFor lease
  • Year built1900
  • Lot0.14 acres
  • UTRGV Brownsville campus≈ 5 min approx.

Description

Located within the Original Townsite of Brownsville, this home offers character, flexibility, & a highly walkable location. The interior features two living areas, a dedicated dining space, & a functional kitchen equipped with a stove & refrigerator. The layout allows for comfortable living, creative use, or future improvements. The property is just a short walk from UTRGV & Texas Southmost College and is directly across from the Carlotta K. Petrina Cultural Center, placing it near education, culture, & downtown amenities. The yard includes banana plants & other mature trees, providing shade & charm. Roof was replaced in December 2025. The Brownsville Historical Preservation Society has reviewed the property & believes it shows strong potential to qualify for state & local historic preservation benefits, subject to verification & approval. Year built is unknown. Buyer to verify age, use, zoning, & preservation eligibility.

Property details

Type
For lease · Single Family Residence,Rental Detached
Status
For lease
MLS#
29779036
Rent
$1,300/mo
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Living area
1,092 ft²
Lot size
0.14 acres
Year built
1900
Subdivision
Original Townsite
City
Brownsville
County
Cameron
Days on market
65
Listed
Aug 25, 2026
Last updated
Aug 25, 2026, 2:17 PM CT

Location and drive times

1417 E Madison St., Brownsville, TX 78520 Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)

  • UTRGV Brownsville campus≈ 5 min approx.
  • Gateway International Bridge≈ 5 min approx.
  • B&M International Bridge≈ 5 min approx.
  • Veterans International Bridge at Los Tomates≈ 5 min approx.
  • Port of Brownsville≈ 15 min approx.
  • SpaceX Starbase launch site, Boca Chica≈ 35 min approx.
  • South Padre Island (Queen Isabella Causeway)≈ 35 min approx.

Approximate car times computed from the map: city pace for the first 10 km, highway pace after that, and trips that would cross the ship channel go around it by the Port. They do not include traffic, bridge waits or launch-day road closures.

Schematic

Approximate positions; not a navigation map.

  1. Port of Brownsville
  2. SpaceX Starbase
  3. South Padre Island
  4. Brownsville
  5. Los Fresnos
  6. Rancho Viejo · Olmito

Base map data © OpenStreetMap

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Ricardo Salazar

REALTOR® · TREC #643769

Ricardo Salazar

RCR Real Connect Realty

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