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PORT ISABEL, TX 78578

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cameron County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
190
⇩ 5.9% vs 202 last year
Pending
38
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$320,000
⇩ 0.8% vs $322,450 last year
Average Price
$429,937
⇧ 1.9% vs $421,834 last year
Days on Market
93
⇩ 7.9% vs 101 days last year

Market Context

Population: 10,540  ·  Density: 71.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $49,396

Typical home value: $176,018  ·  Homeownership: 69.9%

Market Analysis

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

The PORT ISABEL, TX real estate market (78578) currently shows 190 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 93 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 93 days on market compared to 101 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.8% year-over-year, from $322,450 to $320,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 190 this year vs 202 last year
  • Days on market: 93 now vs 101 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $320,000 (-0.8% YoY)
  • Average: $429,937 (+1.9% 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
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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 43.7 miles — 1,323 listings ($558,323,820 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78578Port Isabel, TX 785780.0 mi190$81,688,030$320,000$429,937
78566Los Fresnos, TX 785669.0 mi69$23,545,146$317,500$341,234
78568Lozano, TX 7856811.2 mi1$95,000$95,000$95,000
78597South Padre Island, TX 7859715.1 mi358$230,655,462$489,000$644,289
78583Rio Hondo, TX 7858318.6 mi28$14,224,000$510,000$508,000
78550Harlingen, TX 7855026.0 mi194$51,063,904$240,000$263,216
78552Harlingen, TX 7855229.1 mi224$84,194,880$299,900$375,870
78559La Feria, TX 7855932.7 mi97$27,643,060$262,500$284,980
78592Santa Maria, TX 7859233.3 mi2$269,500$134,750$134,750
78593Santa Rosa, TX 7859335.1 mi14$2,575,622$159,000$183,973
78579Progreso, TX 7857939.6 mi2$780,000$390,000$390,000
78580Raymondville, TX 7858041.2 mi18$7,189,200$232,500$399,400
78599Weslaco, TX 7859943.7 mi126$34,400,016$259,500$273,016

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PORT ISABEL, TX 78578?

As of January 2026, there are 190 active listings in PORT ISABEL, TX (zip code 78578), compared to 202 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PORT ISABEL, TX 78578?

The median listing price in PORT ISABEL, TX 78578 is $320,000 as of January 2026, a 0.8% decrease from $322,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in PORT ISABEL, TX 78578 spend an average of 93 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 101 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PORT ISABEL, TX 78578?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PORT ISABEL, TX 78578 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 12 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 93 days on market compared to 101 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PORT ISABEL, TX 78578 save an estimated $6,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $320,000. 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.