78543 — Hidalgo County, Texas Market Snapshot
Housing market data for zip code 78543 in Hidalgo County, Texas. Updated monthly with median prices, days on market, and more.
Limited Sales Data
Only 8 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
8 sales in 2026 (year to date)
Median Sale Price
$201,850
Days to Sell
183
Homes Sold
8
Inventory
10
Conforming Loan Available
Most homebuyers in 78543 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $201,850 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 183 days on average, 78543 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 78543 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $201,850 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 78543 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 78543
To purchase the median home at $201,850 with 5% down at today's rate of 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment is approximately $1,697.
Monthly Payment
$1,697
Income Required
$72,708
Principal & Interest
$1,244/mo
Down Payment (5%)
$10,093
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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