Become a part of history when you buy this historic estate home that occupies 5 plus acres of South Texas beauty. The home has been owned by prominent Donna families throughout the many years. The owners have lovingly added on to the original home to enhance the beauty of the estate. South Texas tropical flora and fauna and majestic trees that have had years of growth surround the property. The home has 5 bedrooms and 4 baths with 3 living areas & an office. It is complemented by a guest house/studio that has an additional bedroom and bath along with a kitchen and a large entertaining area with a fireplace. The combined living area of the 5-bedroom 4 bath home and the guest house has over 4,700 square feet of well cared for living areas for your families' living pleasures. Beautiful patios and walkways surround the home and provide a lovely, lush setting where tropical birds are an everyday occurrence. Imagine entertaining your family & friends in this unique South Texas environment.
For sale
$650,000
801 S River Rd, Donna, TX 78537
5beds
4,719sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1910
5.29 Acres Lot
$425,900 Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 193 days |
- 280 |
- 20 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 30, 2026 at 07:46am
Listed by:
Marilyn Hardison 956-607-1258,
Star Properties Real Estate
Source: Greater McAllen AOR,MLS#: 477421
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Description: Living Area(s): 2
Living room
- Description: Living Area(s): 3
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Stove/Range-Gas
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Granite Counters, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Saltillo Tile, Tile
- Windows: Window Coverings, Plantation Shutters
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,719
- Total interior livable area: 4,719 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Patio & porch: Covered Patio, Patio
- Exterior features: Mature Trees
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 5.29 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Detached Quarters
- Parcel number: L025000103000001
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Septic Tank
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Lott Town & Improvements
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Donna
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $138/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $7,428
- Date on market: 8/1/2025
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$425,900
$315,000 - $562,000
$2,554/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $650,000$138/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,550/mo
Principal & interest
$3103
Property taxes
$1219
Home insurance
$228
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 78537
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10C Stainke Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10W A Todd Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Donna High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Stainke
- Middle: Solis
- High: Donna H.S.
- District: Donna ISD
Source: Greater McAllen AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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