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MERCEDES, TX 78570

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

Market Analysis

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

The MERCEDES, TX real estate market (78570) currently shows 99 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.2% year-over-year, from $209,450 to $198,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 35,043  ·  Density: 179.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $38,396

Typical home value: $84,497  ·  Homeownership: 75.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
99
⇩ 10% vs 110 last year
Pending
16
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$198,475
⇩ 5.2% vs $209,450 last year
Average Price
$256,631
⇧ 15.9% vs $221,403 last year
Days on Market
68
⇩ 5.6% vs 72 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$139
⇩ 10.9% vs $156/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,444 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 99 this year vs 110 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $198,475 (-5.2% YoY)
  • Average: $256,631 (+15.9% 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 21.5 miles — 1,631 listings ($482,039,164 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78570Mercedes, TX 785700.0 mi109$24,479,111$209,900$224,579
78599Weslaco, TX 785995.9 mi131$35,464,189$257,725$270,719
78596Weslaco, TX 785967.0 mi225$62,157,150$219,975$276,254
78592Santa Maria, TX 785928.4 mi2$269,500$134,750$134,750
78537Donna, TX 785379.1 mi144$32,950,368$203,750$228,822
78543Elsa, TX 7854310.7 mi27$5,410,935$202,363$200,405
78535Combes, TX 7853512.4 mi1$227,000$227,000$227,000
78567Los Indios, TX 7856713.8 mi2$630,000$315,000$315,000
78589San Juan, TX 7858915.5 mi227$58,263,182$254,700$256,666
78586San Benito, TX 7858617.1 mi129$37,545,837$229,375$291,053
78569Lyford, TX 7856917.6 mi4$1,860,384$494,675$465,096
78501Mcallen, TX 7850120.6 mi227$62,067,929$249,250$273,427
78504Mcallen, TX 7850421.5 mi403$160,713,579$323,250$398,793

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MERCEDES, TX 78570?

As of September 2026, there are 99 active listings in MERCEDES, TX (zip code 78570), compared to 110 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MERCEDES, TX 78570?

The median listing price in MERCEDES, TX 78570 is $198,475 as of September 2026, a 5.2% decrease from $209,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in MERCEDES, TX 78570 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MERCEDES, TX 78570?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, MERCEDES, TX 78570 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 68 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

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

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