78542 — Hidalgo County, Texas Market Snapshot
Housing market data for zip code 78542 in Hidalgo County, Texas. Updated monthly with median prices, days on market, and more.
Limited Sales Data
Only 3 homes sold in this ZIP code during the selected period. Statistics may not be representative. See the Hidalgo County county page for broader data.
Market Sales Data
3 sales in 2026 (year to date)
Median Sale Price
$545,500
Days to Sell
223
Homes Sold
3
Inventory
28
Conforming Loan Available
Most homebuyers in 78542 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $545,500 is well below the 2026 conforming loan limit of $832,750, meaning buyers can put as little as 3-5% down without hitting jumbo loan territory.
Market Insights
Market Temperature
With homes sitting for 223 days on average, 78542 favors buyers. There may be opportunities to negotiate below asking price or request seller concessions for closing costs or rate buydowns.
Conforming Loan Feasibility
Most homebuyers in 78542 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $545,500 is well below the 2026 conforming loan limit of $832,750, meaning buyers can put as little as 3-5% down without hitting jumbo loan territory.
Loan limits in 78542 are set at the county level.
2026 Loan Limits — Hidalgo County
| Property Units | Conforming Limit | FHA Limit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Unit | $832,750 | $541,287 |
| 2 Units | $1,066,250 | $693,050 |
| 3 Units | $1,288,800 | $837,700 |
| 4 Units | $1,601,750 | $1,041,125 |
Affordability Snapshot — Zip 78542
To purchase the median home at $545,500 with 5% down at today's rate of 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment is approximately $4,329.
Monthly Payment
$4,329
Income Required
$185,548
Principal & Interest
$3,361/mo
Down Payment (5%)
$27,275
Based on 30-year fixed at 6.75%, 1.8% property tax, $1,800/yr insurance, 28% DTI guideline.
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Estimated Monthly Payment
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