3130 Southern Sun Dr · Corpus Christi, TX
Flood risk 1/10 · Minimal
- FEMA flood zone
- X (unshaded)
- Chance of flooding over 30 yrs
- 0.0%
- Est. flood insurance / yr
- $507 – $1,088
Fire risk 1/10 · Minimal
- Est. fire insurance / yr
- $1,222 – $2,270
Heat risk 10/10 · Severe
- Hot days now (above 107°F)
- 7 days/yr
- Hot days in 30 yrs
- 26 days/yr
Wind risk 9/10 · Severe
- Chance of severe wind over 30 yrs
- 99.0%
Air-quality risk 1/10 · Minimal
- Unhealthy air days now
- 0 days/yr
- Unhealthy air days in 30 yrs
- 0 days/yr
Risk factors via First Street. Map © Google.
Why this score? — see what drove the D grade
The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).
- ARV discount +15.0/15.0
- Cash flow +8.2/30.0
- Livability +3.9/5.0
- 1% rule +3.4/10.0
- Rent growth +3.1/5.0
- Schools +2.8/10.0
- Condition / age +2.5/5.0
- DSCR +2.2/10.0
- Appreciation +0.0/10.0
$174,500
🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence
Listing remarks MLS
3130 SOUTHERN SUN DRIVE, 78415 NESTLED IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE CRESTMONT SUBDIVISION BETWEEN HOLLY RD AND SARATOGA BLVD, INVITES YOU TO EXPERIENCE A HARMONIOUS BLEND OF COMFORT AND CHARACTER. THIS CHARMING SINGLE-STORY BRICK HOME WELCOMES YOU WITH TWO SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, TWO FULL BATHS, AND A GENEROUS TWO-CAR GARAGE, MAKING IT AN IDEAL RETREAT FOR THOSE SEEKING BOTH CONVENIENCE AND STYLE. INSIDE YOU'LL BE GREETED BY AN EXPANSIVE LIVING ROOM WITH VAULTED CEILINGS AND A COZY BRICK FIREPLACE THAT PROMISES WARM GATHERINGS AND A LIGHTED WET BAR COMPLETE WITH WINE STORAGE, SETTING THE STAGE FOR EFFORTLESS ENTERTAINING. THE DINING AREA, ADORNED WITH AN INVITING BAY WINDOW FLOWS SEAMLESSLY IN A WELL EQUIPPED KITCHEN BOASTING ABUNDANT CABINETRY, AN ELECTRIC STOVE, REFRIGERATOR, AND DISHWASHER. WHETHER YOU'RE PREPARING A MEAL OR SIMPLY ENJOYING THE VIEW, THE DELIGHTFUL GARDEN WINDOW INFUSES THE SPACE WITH NATURAL LIGHT AND TRANQUIL GARDEN VISTAS. THE HOME'S THOUGHTFUL SPLIT-BEDROOM LAYOUT ENSURES PRIVACY AND COMFORT. THE PRIMARY SUITE IS A TRUE SANCTUARY, OFFERING AMPLE SPACE AND AN ENSUITE BATH FEATURING DUAL SEPARATE VANITIES, TWO WALK-IN CLOSETS AND A RELAXING TUB/SHOWER COMBINATION. THE SECONDARY BEDROOM, EQUALLY IMPRESSIVE IN SIZE, IS BATHED IN SUNLIGHT FROM ITS BAY WINDOW AND OFFERS GENEROUS CLOSET SPACE. THE HALL BATH, COMPLETE WITH A TUB/SHOWER COMBO AND CLEVER STORAGE SOLUTIONS, ADDS TO THE HOME'S PRACTICAL APPEAL. ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF AN INDOOR LAUNDRY AREA AND DIRECT GARAGE ACCESS TO THE BACKYARD, PERFECT FOR WEEKEND BBQ'S OR UNWINDING IN YOUR OWN OUTDOOR SPACE. SITUATED ON A SPACIOUS CORNER LOT, THIS HOME ALSO FEATURES SECURITY STORM SHUTTERS FOR ADDED PEACE OF MIND AND PRIVACY. BEST OF ALL, YOU'RE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO GALVAN ELEMENTARY. ATTEND BROWN MIDDLE AND THE NEWLY BUILT, INNOVATIVE CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL, MAKES THIS RESIDENCE A PERFECT CHOICE FOR ANYONE SEEKING A VIBRANT, WELL CONNECTED COMMUNITY. EVERY DETAIL IS DESIGNED TO WELCOME YOU HOME IN STYLE.
Key facts
- Lighted wet bar
- Cozy brick fireplace
- Ensuite bath
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What this means for you Summary
Snapshot
- This is a 2-bed/2.0-bath single-family listed at $174k.
Deal economics
- At list price, monthly cash flow is $-165 ($-2k/yr) — negative.
- To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $145k (16.7% below list).
- To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $146k (16.2% below list).
- Recommended offer: $145k (16.7% below list) — sets the bar for cash-flow.
- Cap rate 5.2% vs local median 3.6% in Corpus Christi — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.
Location & tenants
- Location reads 78/100 on livability (#66 in TX, #2,404 nationally) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: commute A+, cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: crime F.
- Corpus Christi ISD (urban): math 31% / reading 35% proficiency, ranked #562 of 826 in TX (top 68%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases; 63% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
- Market conditions: Rents rising (+2.3%/yr); 417 active listings in the ZIP; 26 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals lingering (median 44d on market — plan ~5-8 weeks vacancy on turnover, expect pricing pressure); 50% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; 1,397 units permitted in Nueces County in 2024 (47 in 5+ unit buildings).
- This rent runs 32% of the median local income ($55k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.
Forward outlook
- Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $5k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
- Nueces County population projected at +36% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
Negotiation context
- It's been on market 102 days — a 9% lower offer ($159k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
- 3 sale attempts since 27y ago; this cycle's ask has dropped $35k (17%) from the opening price — seller is motivated, your offer sets the floor, not the list.
- Current owner paid $70k; list at $174k implies a 150% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.
Risks & watch-outs
- Climate carrying-cost: severe wind risk, 99% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→26/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Questions for the listing agent
- What do current leases actually rent for vs. the listed asking? Can we see a recent rent roll and the last 12 months of T-12 income?
- It's been on market 102 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 17% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
- Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
- Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
- Crime grade is F in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
- The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
- What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
- What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
- How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.
Investment metrics
- 1% rule
- 0.84% ✗
- Cap rate
- 5.16%
- Cash-on-cash
- -4.04%
- DSCR
- 0.82
- GRM
- 9.9
CMA / ARV
- ARV (median comp)
- $209,286
- List price
- $174,500
- Delta
- -16.62%
- Verdict
- UNDERPRICED
- Comps
- 20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi
| Address | Dist | Beds/Ba | Sqft | Sold | Price | $/sf | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3109 Crestwater Dr | 0.20mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,333 (+6%) | 1mo | $229,900 | $172 | 76 |
| 5738 Crestgrove Dr | 0.39mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,293 (+2%) | 4mo | $215,000 | $166 | 69 |
| 3125 Dante Dr | 0.35mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,299 (+3%) | 6mo | $225,000 | $173 | 69 |
| 2925 Hilldale Dr | 0.33mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,343 (+6%) | 4mo | $199,900 | $149 | 66 |
| 6113 Choctaw Dr | 0.44mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,321 (+5%) | 1mo | $248,000 | $188 | 65 |
| 5705 Crest Pebble Dr | 0.42mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,349 (+7%) | 2mo | $178,000 | $132 | 62 |
| 6125 Olivia St | 0.27mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,409 (+12%) | 3mo | $280,685 | $199 | 61 |
| 6205 Olivia St | 0.29mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,409 (+12%) | 6mo | $276,297 | $196 | 57 |
| 5801 Crestgrove Dr | 0.34mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,413 (+12%) | 5mo | $234,500 | $166 | 55 |
| 5730 Crestwood Dr | 0.35mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,425 (+13%) | 5mo | $220,000 | $154 | 53 |
| 6177 Angus Dr | 0.72mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,210 (-4%) | 4mo | $135,850 | $112 | 51 |
| 2565 Crestlea Dr | 0.72mi | 3/2.0 (+1) | 1,310 (+4%) | 6mo | $219,000 | $167 | 50 |
Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.
Projected returns pro-forma
-3.0% appreciation · 2.32% rent growth · sell at horizon
- IRR
- -23.9%
- Equity multiple
- 0.19×
- Total profit
- $-39,665
- Equity at exit
- $26,019
- IRR
- -20.9%
- Equity multiple
- -0.06×
- Total profit
- $-51,691
- Equity at exit
- $15,088
Cash invested: $48,860 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.
Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology
- Overall (STATE)
- 87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
- State Texas
- 87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+5
- County
- — inherits STATE
- City
- — inherits STATE
ZIP-level market 78415
- Rents YoY
- 2.3%
- Active inventory
- 417
- Price-to-rent
- 9.9×
Monthly cashflow live
- Estimated rent
- $1,463 high interval (Pro) →
- Mortgage (P&I)
- −$915
- Tax from tax record
- −$332 /mo · $3,988/yr
- Insurance
- −$73
- HOA
- −$0
- Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
- −$307
- Net cashflow
- $-165
Break-even live
UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt
Financing live
Cash to close
- Down payment
- $43,625
- Closing costs
- $5,235
- Reserves months
- —
- Total cash needed
- —
Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live
Conventional
25% down · 7.5% · 30yr
- Down + closing
- —
- Monthly P&I
- —
- Monthly cashflow
- —
- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
- —
Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.
DSCR
20% down · 8.5% · 30yr
- Down + closing
- —
- Monthly P&I
- —
- Monthly cashflow
- —
- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
- —
No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.
Hard money
10% down · 12.0% · 12mo
- Down + closing
- —
- Monthly P&I
- —
- Monthly cashflow
- —
- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
- —
Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.
Rent comps 26 comps
| Address | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Rent | $/sqft | DOM | Units | Dist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3102 Crestwater Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1173 | $1,550 | $1.32 | 43d | 1 | 0.26mi |
| 5541 Candace St Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1484 | $1,795 | $1.21 | 13d | 1 | 0.68mi |
| 6013 Beardmore Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1104 | $1,700 | $1.54 | 21d | 1 | 0.69mi |
| 5902 Ayers St Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1152 | $1,349 | $1.17 | 43d | 1 | 0.70mi |
| 2509 Persimmon St Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1295 | $1,550 | $1.20 | 43d | 1 | 0.76mi |
| 3619 La Paz Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.0 | 903 | $1,195 | $1.32 | 21d | 1 | 0.78mi |
| 3620 La Paz Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.0 | 875 | $1,195 | $1.37 | 13d | 1 | 0.79mi |
| 6210 Brewton Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1618 | $1,900 | $1.17 | 44d | 1 | 0.80mi |
| 3803 Caravelle Pkwy Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 816 | $1,040 | $1.27 | 13d | 57 | 0.83mi |
| 2510 Cresterrace Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1300 | $1,495 | $1.15 | 43d | 1 | 0.84mi |
| 3715 La Paz Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.0 | 906 | $1,295 | $1.43 | 13d | 1 | 0.89mi |
| 3729 La Paz Dr Unit 3729 Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1813 | $1,350 | $0.74 | 43d | 1 | 0.92mi |
| 3802 Saratoga Blvd Corpus Christi, TX | 1.0–3.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 1258 | $1,804 | $1.43 | 13d | 1 | 0.99mi |
| 3942 Holly Rd Corpus Christi, TX | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 870 | $1,112 | $1.28 | 13d | 11 | 1.11mi |
| 2709 Milo St Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1122 | $1,700 | $1.52 | 13d | 1 | 1.13mi |
| 4040 Schanen Blvd Corpus Christi, TX | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 772 | $774 | $1.00 | 43d | 15 | 1.18mi |
| 4014 Holly Rd Unit 02 Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1070 | $895 | $0.84 | 43d | 1 | 1.19mi |
| 4018 Holly Rd Unit 08 Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1070 | $895 | $0.84 | 43d | 1 | 1.21mi |
| 4022 Montego Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.0 | 1070 | $850 | $0.79 | 43d | 1 | 1.23mi |
| 4114 Cork Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1296 | $1,595 | $1.23 | 13d | 1 | 1.24mi |
| 4013 Kingston Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1451 | $2,500 | $1.72 | 43d | 1 | 1.30mi |
| 4006 Panama Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1816 | $1,949 | $1.07 | 21d | 1 | 1.33mi |
| 4011 Oak Bay Dr Unit 3 Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.5 | 1100 | $1,395 | $1.27 | 21d | 1 | 1.39mi |
| 4011 Oak Bay Dr Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.5 | 1100 | $1,395 | $1.27 | 43d | 1 | 1.39mi |
| 3936 Brushwood Ln Corpus Christi, TX | 2.0 | 1.0 | 900 | $925 | $1.03 | 43d | 1 | 1.44mi |
| 4942 Anthony St Corpus Christi, TX | 3.0 | 1.0 | 1014 | $1,595 | $1.57 | 13d | 1 | 1.47mi |
Listing history 27 events
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2026-06-18days on market $174,500 Active 102 DOM
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2026-06-17days on market $174,500 Active 101 DOM
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2026-06-16days on market $174,500 Active 100 DOM
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2026-06-15days on market $174,500 Active 99 DOM
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2026-06-14days on market $174,500 Active 97 DOM
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2026-06-10days on market $174,500 Active 94 DOM
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2026-06-09days on market $174,500 Active 93 DOM
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2026-06-08days on market $174,500 Active 92 DOM
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2026-06-07days on market $174,500 Active 91 DOM
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2026-06-05days on market $174,500 Active 88 DOM
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2026-06-03days on market $174,500 Active 87 DOM
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2026-06-02days on market $174,500 Active 86 DOM
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2026-06-01days on market $174,500 Active 85 DOM
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2026-05-31days on market $174,500 Active 84 DOM
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2026-05-30days on market $174,500 Active 83 DOM
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2026-05-13price $174,500 2000-char remark
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3130 SOUTHERN SUN DRIVE, 78415 NESTLED IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE CRESTMONT SUBDIVISION BETWEEN HOLLY RD AND SARATOGA BLVD, INVITES YOU TO EXPERIENCE A HARMONIOUS BLEND OF COMFORT AND CHARACTER. THIS CHARMING SINGLE-STORY BRICK HOME WELCOMES YOU WITH TWO SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, TWO FULL BATHS, AND A GENEROUS TWO-CAR GARAGE, MAKING IT AN IDEAL RETREAT FOR THOSE SEEKING BOTH CONVENIENCE AND STYLE. INSIDE YOU'LL BE GREETED BY AN EXPANSIVE LIVING ROOM WITH VAULTED CEILINGS AND A COZY BRICK FIREPLACE THAT PROMISES WARM GATHERINGS AND A LIGHTED WET BAR COMPLETE WITH WINE STORAGE, SETTING THE STAGE FOR EFFORTLESS ENTERTAINING. THE DINING AREA, ADORNED WITH AN INVITING BAY WINDOW FLOWS SEAMLESSLY IN A WELL EQUIPPED KITCHEN BOASTING ABUNDANT CABINETRY, AN ELECTRIC STOVE, REFRIGERATOR, AND DISHWASHER. WHETHER YOU'RE PREPARING A MEAL OR SIMPLY ENJOYING THE VIEW, THE DELIGHTFUL GARDEN WINDOW INFUSES THE SPACE WITH NATURAL LIGHT AND TRANQUIL GARDEN VISTAS. THE HOME'S THOUGHTFUL SPLIT-BEDROOM LAYOUT ENSURES PRIVACY AND COMFORT. THE PRIMARY SUITE IS A TRUE SANCTUARY, OFFERING AMPLE SPACE AND AN ENSUITE BATH FEATURING DUAL SEPARATE VANITIES, TWO WALK-IN CLOSETS AND A RELAXING TUB/SHOWER COMBINATION. THE SECONDARY BEDROOM, EQUALLY IMPRESSIVE IN SIZE, IS BATHED IN SUNLIGHT FROM ITS BAY WINDOW AND OFFERS GENEROUS CLOSET SPACE. THE HALL BATH, COMPLETE WITH A TUB/SHOWER COMBO AND CLEVER STORAGE SOLUTIONS, ADDS TO THE HOME'S PRACTICAL APPEAL. ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF AN INDOOR LAUNDRY AREA AND DIRECT GARAGE ACCESS TO THE BACKYARD, PERFECT FOR WEEKEND BBQ'S OR UNWINDING IN YOUR OWN OUTDOOR SPACE. SITUATED ON A SPACIOUS CORNER LOT, THIS HOME ALSO FEATURES SECURITY STORM SHUTTERS FOR ADDED PEACE OF MIND AND PRIVACY. BEST OF ALL, YOU'RE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO GALVAN ELEMENTARY. ATTEND BROWN MIDDLE AND THE NEWLY BUILT, INNOVATIVE CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL, MAKES THIS RESIDENCE A PERFECT CHOICE FOR ANYONE SEEKING A VIBRANT, WELL CONNECTED COMMUNITY. EVERY DETAIL IS DESIGNED TO WELCOME YOU HOME IN STYLE.
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2026-04-03price $199,500 2000-char remark
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3130 SOUTHERN SUN DRIVE, 78415 NESTLED IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE CRESTMONT SUBDIVISION BETWEEN HOLLY RD AND SARATOGA BLVD, INVITES YOU TO EXPERIENCE A HARMONIOUS BLEND OF COMFORT AND CHARACTER. THIS CHARMING SINGLE-STORY BRICK HOME WELCOMES YOU WITH TWO SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, TWO FULL BATHS, AND A GENEROUS TWO-CAR GARAGE, MAKING IT AN IDEAL RETREAT FOR THOSE SEEKING BOTH CONVENIENCE AND STYLE. INSIDE YOU'LL BE GREETED BY AN EXPANSIVE LIVING ROOM WITH VAULTED CEILINGS AND A COZY BRICK FIREPLACE THAT PROMISES WARM GATHERINGS AND A LIGHTED WET BAR COMPLETE WITH WINE STORAGE, SETTING THE STAGE FOR EFFORTLESS ENTERTAINING. THE DINING AREA, ADORNED WITH AN INVITING BAY WINDOW FLOWS SEAMLESSLY IN A WELL EQUIPPED KITCHEN BOASTING ABUNDANT CABINETRY, AN ELECTRIC STOVE, REFRIGERATOR, AND DISHWASHER. WHETHER YOU'RE PREPARING A MEAL OR SIMPLY ENJOYING THE VIEW, THE DELIGHTFUL GARDEN WINDOW INFUSES THE SPACE WITH NATURAL LIGHT AND TRANQUIL GARDEN VISTAS. THE HOME'S THOUGHTFUL SPLIT-BEDROOM LAYOUT ENSURES PRIVACY AND COMFORT. THE PRIMARY SUITE IS A TRUE SANCTUARY, OFFERING AMPLE SPACE AND AN ENSUITE BATH FEATURING DUAL SEPARATE VANITIES, TWO WALK-IN CLOSETS AND A RELAXING TUB/SHOWER COMBINATION. THE SECONDARY BEDROOM, EQUALLY IMPRESSIVE IN SIZE, IS BATHED IN SUNLIGHT FROM ITS BAY WINDOW AND OFFERS GENEROUS CLOSET SPACE. THE HALL BATH, COMPLETE WITH A TUB/SHOWER COMBO AND CLEVER STORAGE SOLUTIONS, ADDS TO THE HOME'S PRACTICAL APPEAL. ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF AN INDOOR LAUNDRY AREA AND DIRECT GARAGE ACCESS TO THE BACKYARD, PERFECT FOR WEEKEND BBQ'S OR UNWINDING IN YOUR OWN OUTDOOR SPACE. SITUATED ON A SPACIOUS CORNER LOT, THIS HOME ALSO FEATURES SECURITY STORM SHUTTERS FOR ADDED PEACE OF MIND AND PRIVACY. BEST OF ALL, YOU'RE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO GALVAN ELEMENTARY. ATTEND BROWN MIDDLE AND THE NEWLY BUILT, INNOVATIVE CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL, MAKES THIS RESIDENCE A PERFECT CHOICE FOR ANYONE SEEKING A VIBRANT, WELL CONNECTED COMMUNITY. EVERY DETAIL IS DESIGNED TO WELCOME YOU HOME IN STYLE.
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2026-03-06$209,500 Active 2000-char remark
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3130 SOUTHERN SUN DRIVE, 78415 NESTLED IN THE HIGHLY DESIRABLE CRESTMONT SUBDIVISION BETWEEN HOLLY RD AND SARATOGA BLVD, INVITES YOU TO EXPERIENCE A HARMONIOUS BLEND OF COMFORT AND CHARACTER. THIS CHARMING SINGLE-STORY BRICK HOME WELCOMES YOU WITH TWO SPACIOUS BEDROOMS, TWO FULL BATHS, AND A GENEROUS TWO-CAR GARAGE, MAKING IT AN IDEAL RETREAT FOR THOSE SEEKING BOTH CONVENIENCE AND STYLE. INSIDE YOU'LL BE GREETED BY AN EXPANSIVE LIVING ROOM WITH VAULTED CEILINGS AND A COZY BRICK FIREPLACE THAT PROMISES WARM GATHERINGS AND A LIGHTED WET BAR COMPLETE WITH WINE STORAGE, SETTING THE STAGE FOR EFFORTLESS ENTERTAINING. THE DINING AREA, ADORNED WITH AN INVITING BAY WINDOW FLOWS SEAMLESSLY IN A WELL EQUIPPED KITCHEN BOASTING ABUNDANT CABINETRY, AN ELECTRIC STOVE, REFRIGERATOR, AND DISHWASHER. WHETHER YOU'RE PREPARING A MEAL OR SIMPLY ENJOYING THE VIEW, THE DELIGHTFUL GARDEN WINDOW INFUSES THE SPACE WITH NATURAL LIGHT AND TRANQUIL GARDEN VISTAS. THE HOME'S THOUGHTFUL SPLIT-BEDROOM LAYOUT ENSURES PRIVACY AND COMFORT. THE PRIMARY SUITE IS A TRUE SANCTUARY, OFFERING AMPLE SPACE AND AN ENSUITE BATH FEATURING DUAL SEPARATE VANITIES, TWO WALK-IN CLOSETS AND A RELAXING TUB/SHOWER COMBINATION. THE SECONDARY BEDROOM, EQUALLY IMPRESSIVE IN SIZE, IS BATHED IN SUNLIGHT FROM ITS BAY WINDOW AND OFFERS GENEROUS CLOSET SPACE. THE HALL BATH, COMPLETE WITH A TUB/SHOWER COMBO AND CLEVER STORAGE SOLUTIONS, ADDS TO THE HOME'S PRACTICAL APPEAL. ENJOY THE CONVENIENCE OF AN INDOOR LAUNDRY AREA AND DIRECT GARAGE ACCESS TO THE BACKYARD, PERFECT FOR WEEKEND BBQ'S OR UNWINDING IN YOUR OWN OUTDOOR SPACE. SITUATED ON A SPACIOUS CORNER LOT, THIS HOME ALSO FEATURES SECURITY STORM SHUTTERS FOR ADDED PEACE OF MIND AND PRIVACY. BEST OF ALL, YOU'RE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO GALVAN ELEMENTARY. ATTEND BROWN MIDDLE AND THE NEWLY BUILT, INNOVATIVE CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL, MAKES THIS RESIDENCE A PERFECT CHOICE FOR ANYONE SEEKING A VIBRANT, WELL CONNECTED COMMUNITY. EVERY DETAIL IS DESIGNED TO WELCOME YOU HOME IN STYLE.
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FIXER UPPER!! Come see this great family starter home in a great location! This would also be a great opportunity as a investment property, so bring your investors Realtors!! This home is 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This home is 3 sides brick and boast high ceiling features in the living room and master bedroom. The master bath has a double vanity and his and hers closet. The corner lot gives more parking for quest.
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FIXER UPPER!! Come see this great family starter home in a great location! This would also be a great opportunity as a investment property, so bring your investors Realtors!! This home is 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This home is 3 sides brick and boast high ceiling features in the living room and master bedroom. The master bath has a double vanity and his and hers closet. The corner lot gives more parking for quest.
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FIXER UPPER!! Come see this great family starter home in a great location! This would also be a great opportunity as a investment property, so bring your investors Realtors!! This home is 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This home is 3 sides brick and boast high ceiling features in the living room and master bedroom. The master bath has a double vanity and his and hers closet. The corner lot gives more parking for quest.
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2021-10-08historical Active Under Contract 420-char remark
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FIXER UPPER!! Come see this great family starter home in a great location! This would also be a great opportunity as a investment property, so bring your investors Realtors!! This home is 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This home is 3 sides brick and boast high ceiling features in the living room and master bedroom. The master bath has a double vanity and his and hers closet. The corner lot gives more parking for quest.
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2021-09-26$150,000 Active 420-char remark
Show marketing remark (420 chars)
FIXER UPPER!! Come see this great family starter home in a great location! This would also be a great opportunity as a investment property, so bring your investors Realtors!! This home is 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This home is 3 sides brick and boast high ceiling features in the living room and master bedroom. The master bath has a double vanity and his and hers closet. The corner lot gives more parking for quest.
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2000-09-22soldstatus
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2000-09-22soldstatus $69,900
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1999-10-12$72,000
ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot
backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.
Tax reassessment forecast TX · Resets to sale price
- Current annual tax
- $3,988 · $332/mo
- Projected year-2 tax
- $3,988 · $332/mo
- Expected delta
- $0/yr ($0/mo · 0.0%)
ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.
Climate risk First Street
- Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
- Wildfire 1/10 Low
- Heat 10/10 Extreme 7 d/yr ≥107°F today · 26 d/yr by 30 yrs out
- Wind 9/10 Extreme 99% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
- Air quality 1/10 Low 0 unhealthy d/yr today · 0 by 30 yrs out
Nearby sold comps map
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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi
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Taxation est. · year 1
- Rental income
- $17,552
- − Mortgage interest
- −$9,775
- − Property taxes
- −$3,988
- − Insurance
- −$872
- − Repairs & maintenance
- −$1,404
- − Management
- −$1,404
- − Depreciation
- −$5,076
- Taxable loss
- −$4,968
- Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
- +$1,192
- After-tax cash flow
- $-783/yr
For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.
Schools (NCES district)
- District
- Corpus Christi ISD
- NCES district ID
- 4815270
- Math proficiency
- 31% ▼ -18.00%
- Reading proficiency
- 35% ▼ -7.00%
- Median HH income
- $45,672
- Composite
- 28.27/100
- National rank
- #6793
- State rank
- #562 of 826 in TX
Livability — Corpus Christi
- Score
- 78/100
- State rank
- #66
- US rank
- #2404
Category grades
Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.
Census & demographics
- Census place
- Corpus Christi, TX
- County
- Nueces County · 296,836 people
- City population
- 296,836
- Metro
- Corpus Christi, TX
- Population (ZIP)
- 43,080
- Household income
- $54,990
- Rent vs Own
- Severe rent burden
- 1730.0
Population outlook (Nueces County) Hauer SSP2
- Today (2025)
- 418,037 people
- By 2030
- 447,123 · +7.0%
- By 2040
- 505,911 · +21.0%
- By 2050
- 567,522 · +35.8%
- By 2075
- 729,686 · +74.6%
- By 2100
- 847,087 · +102.6%
Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023
- Neighborhood character
- Predominantly Hispanic (83%)
- Race & ethnicity
- Hispanic / Latino 83% Two or more races 41% White 12% Black 3%
- Hispanic origin (detail)
- Mexican 75%
- Foreign-born
- 9% · Canada
- Languages at home
- 59% English-only · Spanish 40%
Political lean MEDSL · Nueces
- 2024 margin
- R (+11.5) · D 43.8% · R 55.3%
- 2008→2024 swing
- -7.1pp toward R · 2008: -4.4pp · 2024: -11.5pp
- All cycles
- 2024: R+11.5 2020: R+2.9 2016: R+1.5 2012: R+3.2 2008: R+4.4
Not yet ingested
- Civics
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Market trends
- HPI YoY
- ▼ -173.20%
- Current HPI
- 158.011
- Rent YoY
- ▲ 2.32%
- Metro
- Corpus Christi, TX
- State GDP YoY
- ▲ 3.95%
- F500 in state
- 110
Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in TX)
| Industry | F500 HQs | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 16 | $1,198B |
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| Technology | 5 | $198B |
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| Engineering / Construction | 4 | $72B |
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| Energy Services | 3 | $60B |
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| Utilities | 3 | $41B |
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| Healthcare | 2 | $330B |
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Price history
+142.4% since first listed12 events — show timeline
- 2026-05-13 Price Changed $174,500 CBMLS
- 2026-04-03 Price Changed $199,500 CBMLS
- 2026-03-06 Listed $209,500 CBMLS
- 2021-12-30 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
- 2021-10-26 Delisted — CBMLS
- 2021-10-25 Sold (MLS) — CBMLS
- 2021-10-15 Pending — CBMLS
- 2021-10-08 Contingent — CBMLS
- 2021-09-26 Listed $150,000 CBMLS
- 2000-09-22 Sold (Public Records) $69,900 Public Records
- 2000-09-22 Sold (MLS) — CBMLS
- 1999-10-12 Listed $72,000 CBMLS
Property tax history
+3.2%/yrLatest (2025): $3,988 · +7.5% YoY. Source: county tax records.
Cash-flow waterfall
monthlySold comps — $/sqft
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