McAllen, TX

Metro area in Texas · Updated Jan 2026

12-Month Forecast ↑ +2.1%

Median Home Value

$188,004

↓ -0.8%

Year-over-year

Median Rent

$1,103/mo

↑ +0.5%

Year-over-year

Rental Yield

7%

Excellent for investors

5-Year Appreciation

+39.6%

Income Needed to Buy

$58,776

20% down, 30% DTI max

Active Listings

3,442

For-sale inventory

Price-to-Rent Ratio

14.2

Favors buying

Price Forecast

1 Month

↑ +0.4%

3 Months

↑ +0.8%

12 Months

↑ +2.1%

5-Year Price Trend

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