Call or Text (240) SELL-123

SAN BENITO, TX 78586

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

Market Analysis

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

The SAN BENITO, TX real estate market (78586) currently shows 142 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 73 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9% year-over-year, from $247,025 to $224,900.

★ Page Sponsor
🏠
Sponsor This Market
Realtors & Brokers — reserve this page for SAN BENITO, TX 78586 and connect with motivated buyers & sellers.
Contact SELL123.com →

Market Context

Market Context

Population: 49,504  ·  Density: 125.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $42,515

Typical home value: $79,032  ·  Homeownership: 76.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
142
⇧ 2.9% vs 138 last year
Pending
20
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$224,900
⇩ 9% vs $247,025 last year
Average Price
$280,827
⇩ 7.2% vs $302,679 last year
Days on Market
73
⇩ 16.1% vs 87 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$147
⇩ 9.3% vs $162/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,525 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 142 this year vs 138 last year
  • Days on market: 73 now vs 87 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $224,900 (-9% YoY)
  • Average: $280,827 (-7.2% 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 26.7 miles — 1,150 listings ($339,967,336 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78586San Benito, TX 785860.0 mi129$37,545,837$229,375$291,053
78575Olmito, TX 785757.8 mi48$16,869,072$264,825$351,439
78550Harlingen, TX 7855010.3 mi210$55,050,660$239,950$262,146
78535Combes, TX 7853511.2 mi1$227,000$227,000$227,000
78559La Feria, TX 7855911.6 mi97$27,195,211$266,175$280,363
78566Los Fresnos, TX 7856614.0 mi78$26,937,066$326,250$345,347
78593Santa Rosa, TX 7859315.7 mi14$2,481,598$149,500$177,257
78570Mercedes, TX 7857017.1 mi109$24,479,111$209,900$224,579
78569Lyford, TX 7856919.3 mi4$1,860,384$494,675$465,096
78578Port Isabel, TX 7857821.2 mi184$78,431,840$303,000$426,260
78599Weslaco, TX 7859922.7 mi131$35,464,189$257,725$270,719
78537Donna, TX 7853725.9 mi144$32,950,368$203,750$228,822
78558La Blanca, TX 7855826.7 mi1$475,000$475,000$475,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAN BENITO, TX 78586?

As of September 2026, there are 142 active listings in SAN BENITO, TX (zip code 78586), compared to 138 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAN BENITO, TX 78586?

The median listing price in SAN BENITO, TX 78586 is $224,900 as of September 2026, a 9% decrease from $247,025 the prior year.

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

Homes in SAN BENITO, TX 78586 spend an average of 73 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 87 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAN BENITO, TX 78586?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, SAN BENITO, TX 78586 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 73 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAN BENITO, TX 78586 save an estimated $4,498 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $224,900. 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.