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SANTA ELENA, TX 78591

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Starr County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
100% pending ratio
Median Price
$7,100,000
⇧ 56% vs $4,550,000 last year
Average Price
$7,100,000
⇧ 56% vs $4,550,000 last year
Days on Market
282
⇧ 179.2% vs 101 days last year

Market Context

Population: 270  ·  Density: 0.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $0

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 96.7%

Market Analysis

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

The SANTA ELENA, TX real estate market (78591) currently shows 1 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 282 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 282 days on market compared to 101 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 56% year-over-year, from $4,550,000 to $7,100,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 282 now vs 101 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $7,100,000 (+56% YoY)
  • Average: $7,100,000 (+56% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 39.8 miles — 1,480 listings ($502,599,064 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78591Santa Elena, TX 785910.0 mi1$7,100,000$7,100,000$7,100,000
78588San Isidro, TX 7858810.3 mi0$0$1,000,000$1,000,000
78563Linn, TX 7856317.5 mi1$599,000$599,000$599,000
78576Penitas, TX 7857623.0 mi26$7,984,028$245,999$307,078
78353Encino, TX 7835324.3 mi3$3,225,000$445,000$1,075,000
78548Grulla, TX 7854827.1 mi1$105,000$105,000$105,000
78565Los Ebanos, TX 7856528.3 mi1$475,000$475,000$475,000
78584Roma, TX 7858428.6 mi20$4,504,600$177,450$225,230
78504Mcallen, TX 7850431.8 mi388$163,438,404$325,000$421,233
78572Mission, TX 7857233.3 mi400$129,496,800$264,000$323,742
78539Edinburg, TX 7853933.7 mi170$61,020,650$322,500$358,945
78501Mcallen, TX 7850135.3 mi216$62,404,992$255,000$288,912
78577Pharr, TX 7857739.8 mi253$62,245,590$219,000$246,030

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SANTA ELENA, TX 78591?

As of January 2026, there are 1 active listings in SANTA ELENA, TX (zip code 78591), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SANTA ELENA, TX 78591?

The median listing price in SANTA ELENA, TX 78591 is $7,100,000 as of January 2026, a 56% increase from $4,550,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SANTA ELENA, TX 78591 spend an average of 282 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 SANTA ELENA, TX 78591?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SANTA ELENA, TX 78591 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 282 days on market compared to 101 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SANTA ELENA, TX 78591 save an estimated $142,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $7,100,000. 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.