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BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The BROWNSVILLE, TX real estate market (78526) currently shows 154 active listings, with 44 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 35 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 67 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.9% year-over-year, from $329,625 to $306,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
154
⇩ 18.5% vs 189 last year
Pending
44
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$306,750
⇩ 6.9% vs $329,625 last year
Average Price
$354,306
⇧ 4.1% vs $340,449 last year
Days on Market
67
⇩ 9.5% vs 74 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$172
⇧ 3.6% vs $166/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,845 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 154 this year vs 189 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 74 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $306,750 (-6.9% YoY)
  • Average: $354,306 (+4.1% 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 39.5 miles — 1,163 listings ($481,451,060 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78526Brownsville, TX 785260.0 mi165$58,973,805$336,168$357,417
78575Olmito, TX 785756.8 mi48$16,869,072$264,825$351,439
78521Brownsville, TX 785218.6 mi221$61,734,361$222,450$279,341
78566Los Fresnos, TX 785669.8 mi78$26,937,066$326,250$345,347
78567Los Indios, TX 7856718.3 mi2$630,000$315,000$315,000
78550Harlingen, TX 7855022.3 mi210$55,050,660$239,950$262,146
78597South Padre Island, TX 7859723.4 mi377$241,371,611$498,000$640,243
78592Santa Maria, TX 7859225.1 mi2$269,500$134,750$134,750
78593Santa Rosa, TX 7859329.8 mi14$2,481,598$149,500$177,257
78579Progreso, TX 7857931.5 mi2$780,000$390,000$390,000
78562La Villa, TX 7856234.1 mi5$770,275$166,250$154,055
78598Port Mansfield, TX 7859836.5 mi19$10,398,472$495,000$547,288
78580Raymondville, TX 7858039.5 mi20$5,184,640$218,750$259,232

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of September 2026, there are 154 active listings in BROWNSVILLE, TX (zip code 78526), compared to 189 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526 is $306,750 as of September 2026, a 6.9% decrease from $329,625 the prior year.

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

Homes in BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526 spend an average of 67 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 BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, BROWNSVILLE, TX 78526 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 35 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 67 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

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

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