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SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX 78597

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
358
⇧ 8.2% vs 331 last year
Pending
28
8% pending ratio
Median Price
$489,000
⇩ 3.1% vs $504,750 last year
Average Price
$644,289
⇧ 0.2% vs $642,907 last year
Days on Market
132
⇧ 10% vs 120 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,386  ·  Density: 104.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,557

Typical home value: $397,016  ·  Homeownership: 71.2%

Market Analysis

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

The SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX real estate market (78597) currently shows 358 active listings, with 28 pending sales. Homes are averaging 132 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 132 days on market compared to 120 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.1% year-over-year, from $504,750 to $489,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 358 this year vs 331 last year
  • Days on market: 132 now vs 120 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $489,000 (-3.1% YoY)
  • Average: $644,289 (+0.2% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 49.3 miles — 1,072 listings ($458,493,047 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
78597South Padre Island, TX 785970.0 mi358$230,655,462$489,000$644,289
78566Los Fresnos, TX 7856616.0 mi69$23,545,146$317,500$341,234
78568Lozano, TX 7856820.1 mi1$95,000$95,000$95,000
78526Brownsville, TX 7852623.4 mi162$59,937,894$339,000$369,987
78575Olmito, TX 7857526.5 mi47$14,996,243$267,450$319,069
78520Brownsville, TX 7852029.4 mi183$56,185,026$267,750$307,022
78535Combes, TX 7853533.1 mi1$229,000$229,000$229,000
78569Lyford, TX 7856934.7 mi3$2,054,850$684,950$684,950
78580Raymondville, TX 7858038.5 mi18$7,189,200$232,500$399,400
78559La Feria, TX 7855939.8 mi97$27,643,060$262,500$284,980
78562La Villa, TX 7856243.2 mi5$782,150$167,500$156,430
78579Progreso, TX 7857947.8 mi2$780,000$390,000$390,000
78599Weslaco, TX 7859949.3 mi126$34,400,016$259,500$273,016

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX 78597?

As of January 2026, there are 358 active listings in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX (zip code 78597), compared to 331 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX 78597?

The median listing price in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX 78597 is $489,000 as of January 2026, a 3.1% decrease from $504,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX?

Homes in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX 78597 spend an average of 132 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 120 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX 78597?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX 78597 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 132 days on market compared to 120 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX 78597 save an estimated $9,780 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $489,000. 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.