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BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
162
⇩ 9.5% vs 179 last year
Pending
28
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$339,000
⇧ 3% vs $329,000 last year
Average Price
$369,987
⇧ 7.8% vs $343,193 last year
Days on Market
78
⇧ 16.4% vs 67 days last year

Market Context

Population: 59,547  ·  Density: 485.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,339

Typical home value: $144,228  ·  Homeownership: 69.8%

Market Analysis

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

The BROWNSVILLE, TX real estate market (78526) currently shows 162 active listings, with 28 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 3% year-over-year, from $329,000 to $339,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 162 this year vs 179 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 67 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $339,000 (+3% YoY)
  • Average: $369,987 (+7.8% 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 39.5 miles — 1,102 listings ($460,008,911 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78526Brownsville, TX 785260.0 mi162$59,937,894$339,000$369,987
78575Olmito, TX 785756.8 mi47$14,996,243$267,450$319,069
78521Brownsville, TX 785218.6 mi212$58,033,304$225,000$273,742
78566Los Fresnos, TX 785669.8 mi69$23,545,146$317,500$341,234
78567Los Indios, TX 7856718.3 mi2$805,666$315,000$402,833
78550Harlingen, TX 7855022.3 mi194$51,063,904$240,000$263,216
78597South Padre Island, TX 7859723.4 mi358$230,655,462$489,000$644,289
78592Santa Maria, TX 7859225.1 mi2$269,500$134,750$134,750
78593Santa Rosa, TX 7859329.8 mi14$2,575,622$159,000$183,973
78579Progreso, TX 7857931.5 mi2$780,000$390,000$390,000
78562La Villa, TX 7856234.1 mi5$782,150$167,500$156,430
78598Port Mansfield, TX 7859836.5 mi17$9,374,820$495,000$551,460
78580Raymondville, TX 7858039.5 mi18$7,189,200$232,500$399,400

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526?

As of January 2026, there are 162 active listings in BROWNSVILLE, TX (zip code 78526), compared to 179 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526?

The median listing price in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526 is $339,000 as of January 2026, a 3% increase from $329,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 67 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 17 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 67 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 78526 save an estimated $6,780 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $339,000. 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.