The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 78541 sells for about $279,000, or $146 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 129 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,100 a month.
ZIP 78541 — Edinburg
The 78541 housing market is currently experiencing a period of stabilization with modest price growth and a slower pace of sales compared to the previous year. While inventory levels remain sufficient, the market is not highly competitive, reflecting a balanced environment for buyers and sellers. Economic drivers such as university expansion and healthcare growth continue to provide a solid foundation for the local real estate market.
This ZIP code is well-suited for families and first-time homebuyers seeking affordability, as well as investors targeting the student and medical professional rental markets. It offers a suburban lifestyle with proximity to regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 1.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 129 days on market with 5.6 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 21.5% — a mixed stability profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 78541, Hidalgo County TX
Crime trends in Edinburg are generally consistent with regional patterns in the Rio Grande Valley, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement maintains active community outreach to address safety in residential sectors.
The area is served primarily by the Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District, which offers a mix of traditional and magnet school options. School performance varies, with several campuses receiving recognized ratings from the state.
The region is susceptible to extreme heat and occasional heavy rainfall events that can lead to localized flooding. Property insurance premiums are influenced by windstorm and hail exposure common to South Texas.
Economic momentum is driven by the expansion of the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and the healthcare sector. Infrastructure development continues to support residential growth on the city's northern and western fringes.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Texas) — Senior (65+) and Disabled Homestead Exemption and School Tax Ceiling: Grants an additional mandatory $10,000 exemption from ISD appraised value (Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100,000 - $10,000) and establishes an absolute statutory tax freeze (school tax ceiling): total ISD property taxes cannot exceed the dollar ceiling established in the… State (Texas) — General Residence Homestead Exemption and 10% Valuation Growth Cap: Imposes mandatory state-level valuation deductions and growth limitations on the qualifying homestead: (1) Mandates a $100,000 deduction from appraised value for independent school district (ISD) maintenance and operations/debt taxation: Taxable Value_ISD = Appraised Value - $100… State (Texas) — Ad Valorem Real Property Taxation and Assessment Ratio: Mandates ad valorem appraisal of all real property at 100% of fair market value as of January 1 each tax year (Assessment Ratio = 1.00).
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with major access provided by I-69C and US-281. Transit options are limited, with most commuters traveling toward McAllen or other regional employment hubs.
The area features several municipal parks and sports complexes, including the Edinburg Municipal Park. Shopping and dining are concentrated along the University Drive and Expressway 281 corridors.
The rental market is characterized by stable demand, supported by the university student population and healthcare workers. Vacancy rates remain low, and rent growth has been modest compared to national averages.
The economy is anchored by the education sector, specifically the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, and the healthcare industry. Retail and government services also provide significant employment opportunities.
The area is served by a network of state highways and local arterials, with I-69C serving as the primary north-south corridor. Public transit is provided by the regional bus system with limited coverage.
Development is focused on expanding residential capacity in the northern reaches of the city. Commercial growth is concentrated along major highway interchanges.
The Hidalgo County Appraisal District manages property assessments, utilizing mass appraisal techniques to determine market values for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to various special districts, including school districts, drainage districts, and potentially municipal utility districts in newer developments.
Property insurance markets in the region are sensitive to wind and hail risks, leading to higher premiums for residential properties compared to inland areas.
The region continues to experience positive net domestic migration, driven by affordability and economic growth in the Rio Grande Valley.
Texas operates under a non-judicial foreclosure process, allowing for relatively efficient resolution of defaulted mortgages.
Texas law requires sellers to provide a written disclosure notice to buyers, detailing the condition of the property and known defects.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large community park with sports fields and walking trails.
Major regional venue for concerts and sports events.
Cultural anchor located in nearby downtown Edinburg.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.