Active Listings
183
⇩ 6.2% vs 195 last year
Population: 62,344 · Density: 605.8/mi² · Median household income: $45,093
Typical home value: $117,865 · Homeownership: 58.8%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The BROWNSVILLE, TX real estate market (78520) currently shows 183 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 86 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 86 days on market compared to 88 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 6% year-over-year, from $284,750 to $267,750.
Whether you are buying or selling in BROWNSVILLE, TX, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78520 | Brownsville, TX 78520 | 0.0 mi | 183 | $56,185,026 | $267,750 | $307,022 |
| 78526 | Brownsville, TX 78526 | 6.6 mi | 162 | $59,937,894 | $339,000 | $369,987 |
| 78586 | San Benito, TX 78586 | 11.4 mi | 125 | $37,270,375 | $235,000 | $298,163 |
| 78566 | Los Fresnos, TX 78566 | 14.2 mi | 69 | $23,545,146 | $317,500 | $341,234 |
| 78578 | Port Isabel, TX 78578 | 16.1 mi | 190 | $81,688,030 | $320,000 | $429,937 |
| 78552 | Harlingen, TX 78552 | 20.2 mi | 224 | $84,194,880 | $299,900 | $375,870 |
| 78559 | La Feria, TX 78559 | 21.2 mi | 97 | $27,643,060 | $262,500 | $284,980 |
| 78535 | Combes, TX 78535 | 22.6 mi | 1 | $229,000 | $229,000 | $229,000 |
| 78570 | Mercedes, TX 78570 | 26.5 mi | 111 | $23,319,657 | $209,900 | $210,087 |
| 78597 | South Padre Island, TX 78597 | 29.3 mi | 358 | $230,655,462 | $489,000 | $644,289 |
| 78569 | Lyford, TX 78569 | 30.5 mi | 3 | $2,054,850 | $684,950 | $684,950 |
| 78599 | Weslaco, TX 78599 | 32.4 mi | 126 | $34,400,016 | $259,500 | $273,016 |
| 78543 | Elsa, TX 78543 | 36.5 mi | 24 | $4,508,640 | $199,000 | $187,860 |
As of January 2026, there are 183 active listings in BROWNSVILLE, TX (zip code 78520), compared to 195 the prior year.
The median listing price in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520 is $267,750 as of January 2026, a 6% decrease from $284,750 the prior year.
Homes in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520 spend an average of 86 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 86 days on market compared to 88 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78520 save an estimated $5,355 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $267,750. 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.