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HARLINGEN, TX 78552

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

Market Analysis

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

The HARLINGEN, TX real estate market (78552) currently shows 268 active listings, with 40 pending sales. Homes are averaging 56 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 44 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 56 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13.8% year-over-year, from $325,000 to $280,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 40,824  ·  Density: 328.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,235

Typical home value: $129,195  ·  Homeownership: 77.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
268
⇧ 19.6% vs 224 last year
Pending
40
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$280,000
⇩ 13.8% vs $325,000 last year
Average Price
$364,122
⇩ 8.4% vs $397,319 last year
Days on Market
56
⇩ 16.4% vs 67 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$167
⇩ 1.8% vs $170/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,751 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 268 this year vs 224 last year
  • Days on market: 56 now vs 67 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $280,000 (-13.8% YoY)
  • Average: $364,122 (-8.4% 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 23.2 miles — 998 listings ($292,757,007 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78552Harlingen, TX 785520.0 mi247$90,787,814$288,000$367,562
78559La Feria, TX 785595.9 mi97$27,195,211$266,175$280,363
78593Santa Rosa, TX 785936.7 mi14$2,481,598$149,500$177,257
78570Mercedes, TX 7857010.1 mi109$24,479,111$209,900$224,579
78562La Villa, TX 7856210.8 mi5$770,275$166,250$154,055
78569Lyford, TX 7856912.3 mi4$1,860,384$494,675$465,096
78599Weslaco, TX 7859915.0 mi131$35,464,189$257,725$270,719
78575Olmito, TX 7857516.8 mi48$16,869,072$264,825$351,439
78568Lozano, TX 7856817.9 mi1$95,000$95,000$95,000
78558La Blanca, TX 7855818.2 mi1$475,000$475,000$475,000
78537Donna, TX 7853719.1 mi144$32,950,368$203,750$228,822
78566Los Fresnos, TX 7856620.8 mi78$26,937,066$326,250$345,347
78516Alamo, TX 7851623.2 mi119$32,391,919$236,300$272,201

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HARLINGEN, TX 78552?

As of March 2026, there are 268 active listings in HARLINGEN, TX (zip code 78552), compared to 224 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HARLINGEN, TX 78552?

The median listing price in HARLINGEN, TX 78552 is $280,000 as of March 2026, a 13.8% decrease from $325,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HARLINGEN, TX 78552 spend an average of 56 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 HARLINGEN, TX 78552?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, HARLINGEN, TX 78552 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 44 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 56 days on market compared to 67 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 78552 save an estimated $5,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $280,000. 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.