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ELSA, TX 78543

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Hidalgo County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
24
⇧ 9.1% vs 22 last year
Pending
3
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$199,000
⇩ 8.7% vs $217,900 last year
Average Price
$187,860
⇩ 12.5% vs $214,688 last year
Days on Market
100
⇧ 22% vs 82 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,614  ·  Density: 523.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $46,624

Typical home value: $68,883  ·  Homeownership: 76.0%

Market Analysis

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

The ELSA, TX real estate market (78543) currently shows 24 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 100 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.7% year-over-year, from $217,900 to $199,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 24 this year vs 22 last year
  • Days on market: 100 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $199,000 (-8.7% YoY)
  • Average: $187,860 (-12.5% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 18.4 miles — 1,650 listings ($556,377,373 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78543Elsa, TX 785430.0 mi24$4,508,640$199,000$187,860
78538Edcouch, TX 785385.1 mi46$13,601,602$199,000$295,687
78562La Villa, TX 785627.0 mi5$782,150$167,500$156,430
78570Mercedes, TX 7857010.7 mi111$23,319,657$209,900$210,087
78542Edinburg, TX 7854211.2 mi407$129,740,204$271,000$318,772
78549Hargill, TX 7854912.8 mi3$620,001$250,000$206,667
78596Weslaco, TX 7859613.4 mi203$58,145,290$239,500$286,430
78504Mcallen, TX 7850414.5 mi388$163,438,404$325,000$421,233
78579Progreso, TX 7857915.1 mi2$780,000$390,000$390,000
78501Mcallen, TX 7850115.7 mi216$62,404,992$255,000$288,912
78569Lyford, TX 7856917.3 mi3$2,054,850$684,950$684,950
78535Combes, TX 7853517.3 mi1$229,000$229,000$229,000
78573Mission, TX 7857318.4 mi241$96,752,583$279,950$401,463

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELSA, TX 78543?

As of January 2026, there are 24 active listings in ELSA, TX (zip code 78543), compared to 22 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELSA, TX 78543?

The median listing price in ELSA, TX 78543 is $199,000 as of January 2026, a 8.7% decrease from $217,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELSA, TX 78543 spend an average of 100 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 ELSA, TX 78543?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ELSA, TX 78543 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELSA, TX 78543 save an estimated $3,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $199,000. 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.