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EDINBURG, TX 78542

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
407
vs 407 last year
Pending
39
10% pending ratio
Median Price
$271,000
⇩ 3.2% vs $279,950 last year
Average Price
$318,772
⇩ 0.1% vs $319,072 last year
Days on Market
82
⇩ 1.2% vs 83 days last year

Market Context

Population: 83,925  ·  Density: 184.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,979

Typical home value: $115,396  ·  Homeownership: 74.8%

Market Analysis

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

The EDINBURG, TX real estate market (78542) currently shows 407 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 82 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 82 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.2% year-over-year, from $279,950 to $271,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 82 now vs 83 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $271,000 (-3.2% YoY)
  • Average: $318,772 (-0.1% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 23.6 miles — 2,225 listings ($729,242,508 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78542Edinburg, TX 785420.0 mi407$129,740,204$271,000$318,772
78538Edcouch, TX 785389.1 mi46$13,601,602$199,000$295,687
78543Elsa, TX 7854311.2 mi24$4,508,640$199,000$187,860
78541Edinburg, TX 7854112.1 mi187$64,188,311$287,000$343,253
78504Mcallen, TX 7850414.6 mi388$163,438,404$325,000$421,233
78573Mission, TX 7857316.5 mi241$96,752,583$279,950$401,463
78563Linn, TX 7856318.2 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
78537Donna, TX 7853718.8 mi135$31,586,895$209,500$233,977
78577Pharr, TX 7857720.1 mi253$62,245,590$219,000$246,030
78593Santa Rosa, TX 7859320.6 mi14$2,575,622$159,000$183,973
78580Raymondville, TX 7858021.4 mi18$7,189,200$232,500$399,400
78570Mercedes, TX 7857021.9 mi111$23,319,657$209,900$210,087
78572Mission, TX 7857223.6 mi400$129,496,800$264,000$323,742

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EDINBURG, TX 78542?

As of January 2026, there are 407 active listings in EDINBURG, TX (zip code 78542), compared to 407 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EDINBURG, TX 78542?

The median listing price in EDINBURG, TX 78542 is $271,000 as of January 2026, a 3.2% decrease from $279,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in EDINBURG, TX 78542 spend an average of 82 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 83 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EDINBURG, TX 78542?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, EDINBURG, TX 78542 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are selling faster, averaging 82 days on market compared to 83 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EDINBURG, TX 78542 save an estimated $5,420 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $271,000. 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.