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BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cameron County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 78521

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Market Analysis

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

The BROWNSVILLE, TX real estate market (78521) currently shows 217 active listings, with 58 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.5% year-over-year, from $235,750 to $208,747.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 87,040  ·  Density: 358.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $38,633

Typical home value: $83,170  ·  Homeownership: 58.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
217
⇧ 8% vs 201 last year
Pending
58
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$208,747
⇩ 11.5% vs $235,750 last year
Average Price
$269,866
⇩ 7.5% vs $291,602 last year
Days on Market
78
⇩ 4.9% vs 82 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$157
⇧ 1.3% vs $155/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,317 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 217 this year vs 201 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $208,747 (-11.5% YoY)
  • Average: $269,866 (-7.5% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 46.4 miles — 1,392 listings ($429,830,345 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78521Brownsville, TX 785210.0 mi221$61,734,361$222,450$279,341
78526Brownsville, TX 785268.6 mi165$58,973,805$336,168$357,417
78520Brownsville, TX 7852014.3 mi191$58,318,985$259,625$305,335
78575Olmito, TX 7857515.3 mi48$16,869,072$264,825$351,439
78586San Benito, TX 7858622.9 mi129$37,545,837$229,375$291,053
78567Los Indios, TX 7856726.8 mi2$630,000$315,000$315,000
78552Harlingen, TX 7855231.6 mi247$90,787,814$288,000$367,562
78592Santa Maria, TX 7859233.5 mi2$269,500$134,750$134,750
78593Santa Rosa, TX 7859338.1 mi14$2,481,598$149,500$177,257
78570Mercedes, TX 7857039.7 mi109$24,479,111$209,900$224,579
78598Port Mansfield, TX 7859840.1 mi19$10,398,472$495,000$547,288
78596Weslaco, TX 7859643.4 mi225$62,157,150$219,975$276,254
78580Raymondville, TX 7858046.4 mi20$5,184,640$218,750$259,232

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521?

As of April 2026, there are 217 active listings in BROWNSVILLE, TX (zip code 78521), compared to 201 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521?

The median listing price in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521 is $208,747 as of April 2026, a 11.5% decrease from $235,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 78 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78521 save an estimated $4,175 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $208,747. 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.