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MCALLEN, TX 78501

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Hidalgo County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
216
⇧ 30.9% vs 165 last year
Pending
32
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$255,000
⇧ 4.3% vs $244,500 last year
Average Price
$288,912
⇧ 3.4% vs $279,519 last year
Days on Market
88
⇧ 18.9% vs 74 days last year

Market Context

Population: 59,954  ·  Density: 1,489.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $47,809

Typical home value: $135,106  ·  Homeownership: 51.7%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The MCALLEN, TX real estate market (78501) currently shows 216 active listings, with 32 pending sales. Homes are averaging 88 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 51 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 88 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.3% year-over-year, from $244,500 to $255,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 216 this year vs 165 last year
  • Days on market: 88 now vs 74 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $255,000 (+4.3% YoY)
  • Average: $288,912 (+3.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.6 miles — 1,740 listings ($585,634,076 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78501Mcallen, TX 785010.0 mi216$62,404,992$255,000$288,912
78504Mcallen, TX 785044.3 mi388$163,438,404$325,000$421,233
78539Edinburg, TX 785395.6 mi170$61,020,650$322,500$358,945
78573Mission, TX 785736.9 mi241$96,752,583$279,950$401,463
78557Hidalgo, TX 785577.5 mi61$16,573,761$250,000$271,701
78574Mission, TX 7857410.6 mi219$71,867,697$285,000$328,163
78558La Blanca, TX 7855814.4 mi1$475,000$475,000$475,000
78543Elsa, TX 7854315.6 mi24$4,508,640$199,000$187,860
78560La Joya, TX 7856016.1 mi59$13,050,800$155,000$221,200
78596Weslaco, TX 7859616.7 mi203$58,145,290$239,500$286,430
78538Edcouch, TX 7853819.6 mi46$13,601,602$199,000$295,687
78565Los Ebanos, TX 7856520.0 mi1$475,000$475,000$475,000
78570Mercedes, TX 7857020.6 mi111$23,319,657$209,900$210,087

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MCALLEN, TX 78501?

As of January 2026, there are 216 active listings in MCALLEN, TX (zip code 78501), compared to 165 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MCALLEN, TX 78501?

The median listing price in MCALLEN, TX 78501 is $255,000 as of January 2026, a 4.3% increase from $244,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in MCALLEN, TX?

Homes in MCALLEN, TX 78501 spend an average of 88 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 74 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MCALLEN, TX 78501?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MCALLEN, TX 78501 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 51 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 88 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in MCALLEN, TX?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MCALLEN, TX 78501 save an estimated $5,100 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $255,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.