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1417 E Madison St, Brownsville, TX 78520, USA|Downtown Brownsville

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Gilberto J. Guerra

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(512) 522-8804

Property Overview

Located near downtown amenities, 1417 E Madison St stands out for its top-tier value per square foot compared with nearby properties. The area offers strong walkability, public transit access, 245 mixed-use spaces, 39 cultural venues within 1 mile, and 16 nearby parks, supporting an active and connected lifestyle.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • More space

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Amenities for 1417 E Madison St, Downtown Brownsville

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About 1417 E Madison St

HomeHouses in Brownsville 1417 E Madison St, Brownsville, TX 78520, USA

Property Status: Active 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. Copyright © 2026 Rio Grande Valley Multiple Listing Service Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


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Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1417 E Madison St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 292 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.3 miles away

Address details

NeighborhoodDowntown Brownsville
Zip code78520
TypeHouse for rent

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Rent trends in Downtown Brownsville

1-bedroom apartments at 1417 E Madison St cost about 84% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Brownsville.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Downtown Brownsville
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Brownsville
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$950
November 2024$847
December 2024$803
January 2025$797
February 2025$852
March 2025$801
April 2025$798
May 2025$789
June 2025$782
July 2025$793
August 2025$795
September 2025$805
October 2025$793
November 2025$822
December 2025$807
January 2026$768
February 2026$758
March 2026$750
April 2026$788
May 2026$777
June 2026$811
July 2026$845
August 2026$895
September 2026$859
October 2026$868
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Brownsville
MonthMedian Rent
December 2024$695
January 2025$695
February 2025$849
May 2025$1,013
June 2025$1,013
July 2025$1,013
August 2025$919
September 2025$688
December 2025$695
January 2026$695
February 2026$688
March 2026$687
April 2026$650
June 2026$695
September 2026$677
October 2026$691

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$52,000/yr

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Schools near 1417 E Madison St

Putegnat Elementary School

730 e 8th st

brownsville, TX, 78520

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Getting around Brownsville near 1417 E Madison St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Points of interest for 1417 E Madison St, Brownsville

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance

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