Funding type
This project is privately funded, on private land for private use.
Monte Cristo 2 in Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX
24997 Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX 78541, Edinburg, Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX, 78541
Monte Cristo 2 is a new construction project at 24997 Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX 78541, Edinburg, Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, in Hidalgo County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Feb 2027. The project has an estimated value of $3.5M across about 6,000 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $3.5M
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Estimated construction cost supplied in the TDLR filing. This is not a current property appraisal or a final construction invoice.
- Reported floor area
- 6,000 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $587/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 6 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Source: TDLR filing
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Same day as the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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25 days after the preceding date shown.
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184 days after the preceding date shown.
Source: TDLR filing
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📰About Monte Cristo 2
Construction on Monte Cristo 2, a new 6,000-square-foot commercial building, is scheduled to finish in February 2027. Located at 24997 Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, the project involves the ground-up erection of a one-story pre-engineered metal structure. The building is designed for Group-B business use, specifically intended for office, professional, or service-type operations.
The estimated cost for this new construction is $3,523,047. This valuation places the project above the county median for similar filings in Hidalgo County. The cost per square foot is calculated at $587, which is significantly higher than the county median of $100 per square foot for new construction projects. These figures reflect the specific scope and materials required for the pre-engineered metal building.
Project Details and Timeline
James Cox is the owner and developer of record for this project. The design work is handled by MBA Energy & Industrial, a firm with several other registered projects in Texas, including facilities in Edna, Needville, and Childress. Kam-hung Kenneth Woo is the registered accessibility specialist associated with the filing. The project is privately funded and situated on private land for private use.
According to the TDLR registration, plan review was completed in July 2026. Construction is scheduled to begin in August 2026. The total scheduled build window is 184 days, which is close to the county median of 212 days for similar projects. The TDLR status is listed as Review Complete, indicating that the necessary plan reviews have been finalized prior to the start of construction.
Local Context
The project is located in ZIP code 78541, which has a population of approximately 49,395 residents. The median household income in this area is $50,567, and the median owner-occupied home value is $142,600. Hidalgo County recorded an unemployment rate of 6.8 percent in July 2026, a figure higher than the rate recorded a year earlier. This commercial development adds to the business infrastructure in the Edinburg area.
Review Complete
Design review complete, construction may proceed
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Monte Cristo 2 is a New Construction project located at 24997 Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX 78541, Edinburg, TX 78541 in Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $3.5M covering 6,000 sq ft. James Cox is the property owner and MBA Energy & Industrial is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on July 30, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the specific use of the building?
The building is designated for Group-B business space. The owner's specific use is listed as office, professional, or service-type operations.
Who is the owner of this project?
James Cox is the owner and developer of record for Monte Cristo 2.
Is the business open to the public?
The TDLR record only tracks construction status. The project is scheduled to finish in February 2027, so it is not yet open.
What is Monte Cristo 2?
Monte Cristo 2 is a new construction project at 24997 Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX 78541, Edinburg in Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: THE PROPOSED PROJECT CONSISTS OF GROUND UP CONSTRUCTION OF A 4,400 S.F., ONE STORY PRE-ENGINEERED METAL BUILDING. THE USES WILL COMPRISE OF GROUP-B BUSINESS SPACE WHERE THE OWNER'S SPECIFIC USE WILL BE OFFICE, PROFESSIONAL OR SERVICE-T
Is Monte Cristo 2 open in Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg?
Monte Cristo 2 is still under construction in Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX, with an estimated completion of Feb 2027 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is Monte Cristo 2 located?
Monte Cristo 2 is located at 24997 Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX 78541, Edinburg, Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX, 78541, in Hidalgo County.
Who is the owner or developer of Monte Cristo 2?
James Cox is the property owner/developer of record for Monte Cristo 2, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Monte Cristo 2?
MBA Energy & Industrial is the design firm of record for Monte Cristo 2, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Monte Cristo 2 cost and how big is it?
Monte Cristo 2 has an estimated construction value of $3.5M and approximately 6,000 square feet (about $587/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
THE PROPOSED PROJECT CONSISTS OF GROUND UP CONSTRUCTION OF A 4,400 S.F., ONE STORY PRE-ENGINEERED METAL BUILDING. THE USES WILL COMPRISE OF GROUP-B BUSINESS SPACE WHERE THE OWNER'S SPECIFIC USE WILL BE OFFICE, PROFESSIONAL OR SERVICE-T
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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24997 Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX 78541, Edinburg, Jara Chinas Rd Edinburg, TX, 78541
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