Population: 2,386 · Density: 104.3/mi² · Median household income: $62,557
Typical home value: $397,016 · Homeownership: 71.2%
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.
Whether you are buying or selling in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78597 | South Padre Island, TX 78597 | 0.0 mi | 358 | $230,655,462 | $489,000 | $644,289 |
| 78566 | Los Fresnos, TX 78566 | 16.0 mi | 69 | $23,545,146 | $317,500 | $341,234 |
| 78568 | Lozano, TX 78568 | 20.1 mi | 1 | $95,000 | $95,000 | $95,000 |
| 78526 | Brownsville, TX 78526 | 23.4 mi | 162 | $59,937,894 | $339,000 | $369,987 |
| 78575 | Olmito, TX 78575 | 26.5 mi | 47 | $14,996,243 | $267,450 | $319,069 |
| 78520 | Brownsville, TX 78520 | 29.4 mi | 183 | $56,185,026 | $267,750 | $307,022 |
| 78535 | Combes, TX 78535 | 33.1 mi | 1 | $229,000 | $229,000 | $229,000 |
| 78569 | Lyford, TX 78569 | 34.7 mi | 3 | $2,054,850 | $684,950 | $684,950 |
| 78580 | Raymondville, TX 78580 | 38.5 mi | 18 | $7,189,200 | $232,500 | $399,400 |
| 78559 | La Feria, TX 78559 | 39.8 mi | 97 | $27,643,060 | $262,500 | $284,980 |
| 78562 | La Villa, TX 78562 | 43.2 mi | 5 | $782,150 | $167,500 | $156,430 |
| 78579 | Progreso, TX 78579 | 47.8 mi | 2 | $780,000 | $390,000 | $390,000 |
| 78599 | Weslaco, TX 78599 | 49.3 mi | 126 | $34,400,016 | $259,500 | $273,016 |
As of January 2026, there are 358 active listings in SOUTH PADRE ISLAND, TX (zip code 78597), compared to 331 the prior year.
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.
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.
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.
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