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HARLINGEN, TX 78550

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cameron County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The HARLINGEN, TX real estate market (78550) currently shows 206 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 79 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 36 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.2% year-over-year, from $245,000 to $225,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 54,441  ·  Density: 223.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $46,341

Typical home value: $108,071  ·  Homeownership: 50.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
206
⇧ 21.2% vs 170 last year
Pending
39
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$225,000
⇩ 8.2% vs $245,000 last year
Average Price
$246,237
⇩ 14.1% vs $286,505 last year
Days on Market
79
⇧ 21.5% vs 65 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$142
⇧ 2.9% vs $138/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,577 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 206 this year vs 170 last year
  • Days on market: 79 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $225,000 (-8.2% YoY)
  • Average: $246,237 (-14.1% 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 23.8 miles — 736 listings ($232,826,600 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78550Harlingen, TX 785500.0 mi210$55,050,660$239,950$262,146
78552Harlingen, TX 785526.7 mi247$90,787,814$288,000$367,562
78593Santa Rosa, TX 785939.8 mi14$2,481,598$149,500$177,257
78583Rio Hondo, TX 7858312.3 mi29$13,974,085$391,000$481,865
78562La Villa, TX 7856214.4 mi5$770,275$166,250$154,055
78568Lozano, TX 7856815.3 mi1$95,000$95,000$95,000
78575Olmito, TX 7857516.9 mi48$16,869,072$264,825$351,439
78592Santa Maria, TX 7859217.3 mi2$269,500$134,750$134,750
78599Weslaco, TX 7859920.4 mi131$35,464,189$257,725$270,719
78579Progreso, TX 7857920.9 mi2$780,000$390,000$390,000
78543Elsa, TX 7854321.4 mi27$5,410,935$202,363$200,405
78558La Blanca, TX 7855822.4 mi1$475,000$475,000$475,000
78598Port Mansfield, TX 7859823.8 mi19$10,398,472$495,000$547,288

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HARLINGEN, TX 78550?

As of April 2026, there are 206 active listings in HARLINGEN, TX (zip code 78550), compared to 170 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HARLINGEN, TX 78550?

The median listing price in HARLINGEN, TX 78550 is $225,000 as of April 2026, a 8.2% decrease from $245,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HARLINGEN, TX 78550 spend an average of 79 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HARLINGEN, TX 78550?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, HARLINGEN, TX 78550 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 36 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HARLINGEN, TX 78550 save an estimated $4,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $225,000. 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.