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Harlingen Real Estate For Sale In TX

Harlingen

The Rio Grande Valley's hub city of Harlingen, TX, is located at the southern end of the Texas and Mexico border. This southern-tip city is easily one of Texas' most beautiful coastal cities. If you're looking for Texas real estate for sale and want to be close to the beach, buying Harlingen real estate might be the perfect place to buy.

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$415,000

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2005 Mourning Dove Circle

Harlingen, TX 78550

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2325 Brown Pelican Lane

Harlingen, TX 78552

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Harlingen, TX, Real Estate Market

The real estate in Harlingen leans more towards a buyers' market, though the median home price has steadily increased over the last few years and is around $250K. There are homes for sale in Harlingen all over the city, but most are on the city's west side.

Around 22% of real estate in Harlingen was built pre-70s, though the city experienced most of its housing boom from the '70s through the '90s. The housing stock continues to grow as over 23% of the homes for sale in Harlingen have been built since the early 2000s.

Regardless if it's one of the new construction homes for sale in Harlingen or an older home, most city dwellings have two or three bedrooms. If you're looking to buy some real estate in Harlingen, TX, connect with a local Harlingen real estate agent to help you find a home.

Harlingen, TX, Real Estate Sampler

Lauren Estates

Located on the west side of Harlingen, TX, Lauren Estates is a clean-cut neighborhood with newer homes on oversized lots that offer plenty of room for growing families. Homes in Lauren Estates tend to have a Mediterranean exterior style with stucco siding. Harlingen real estate for sale in Lauren Estates ranges from $400K to $700K.

Riverside Park

This small, seemingly secluded neighborhood rests on the banks of the Arroyo Colorado River. Riverside Park is peppered with several shade trees and offers homes on a variety of lot sizes. Most homes are on smaller, traditional lot sizes, but if you’re interested in large, stately lots you’ll want to look for homes that back up to the rivers. Harlingen real estate for sale in Riverside Park can be found in the $500Ks.

Arroyo Vista Court

Located near I-69 is the established neighborhood of Arroyo Vista Court. Most homes in this neighborhood were built in the ‘90s, have well-kept yards, plenty of rooms for growing families, and at relatively affordable price points. Harlingen real estate in Arroyo Vista Court typically sells in the $200Ks.

Distance to Other Cities From Harlingen, Texas

253 miles to San Antonio, TX
330 miles to Houston, TX
36 miles to McAllen, TX
135 miles to Corpus Christi, TX
185 miles to Laredo, TX

Schools in Harlingen, TX

Two school districts are catering to the real estate in Harlingen, TX: Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District (HCISD) and South Texas Independent School District (STISD). High schools in Harlingen include:

Early College High School (HCISD)
Harlingen School of Health Professions (HCISD)
Dr. Abram P. Cano Freshman Academy (HCISD) - 9th grade only
Harlingen High School South (HCISD)
Harlingen High School (HCISD)

Residents of Harlingen real estate have access to several different colleges and universities right here in the city. These schools include:

Texas State Technical College
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine
Southern Careers Institute

Frequently Asked Questions About Harlingen, TX, Real Estate

What’s the zip code for real estate in Harlingen, Texas?

There are two zip codes covering the real estate in Harlingen, TX: 78550, 78552

Where is the nearest commercial airport to Harlingen, Texas?

The Valley International Airport is four miles or about five to ten minutes from the Harlingen city center.

What county is Harlingen, TX, in?

Harlingen, TX, is located in Cameron County.

What are the best neighborhoods or places to live in Harlingen, Texas?

Best Neighborhood for Newer Homes: Lauren Estates

Best Neighborhood for Lots of Shade: Riverside Park

Best Neighborhood for Relatively Affordability: Arroyo Vista Court

How far is Harlingen, TX, from the Mexican Border?

Harlingen, TX, real estate is about 30 miles from the neighboring Mexican city of Matamoros.

How far is Brownsville, TX, from Harlingen, Texas?

Brownsville, TX, is 26 miles or roughly 30 minutes from Harlingen, TX.

What is Harlingen, TX, famous or known for?

Harlingen, TX, is a bustling hub in the Rio Grande Valley near the southern tip of Texas and South Padre Island. It was originally established around the railroad, which still operates there today. Harlingen, TX, is also home to ports from the Gulf of Mexico, international bridges, and an international airport that all aid in importing/exporting goods in and out of the United States.

Is Harlingen, TX, a good place to live?

Niche.com gave Harlingen, TX, a B-rating and ranked it as one of the best places to live in Cameron County. The weather and cost of living are fantastic in Harlingen, while the schools, housing, diversity, nightlife, and jobs are pretty good too.

Things To Do in Harlingen, TX

Attractions in Harlingen, Texas

Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum - Spanning three historical buildings, this museum shares the heritage of the Rio Grande area. You'll find buildings like Lon C. Hill's home (the founder of Harlingen), the first hospital in Harlingen, and Paso Real Stagecoach Inn.
Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park - An indoor park that lets you (or your kids) burn off some energy with a thrilling time. Whether wall-climbing, ropes courses, laser tag, and more, you will have fun here.
La Playa Mexican Cafe - Living near Mexico means eating lots of Mexican food! La Playa Mexican Cafe provides some of the best this side of the border and is one of the most popular restaurants in Harlingen, TX.

Parks in Harlingen, Texas

McKelvey Park - One of the most popular parks in Harlingen, McKelvey Park not only has a playground but is known for its beautiful walking trails, especially during Christmas time when the park is decked out in lights.
Pendleton Park - One of the best playgrounds in Harlingen is here at Pendleton Park because it’s newer and well-thought-out complete with canopies for shade. It’s also a great park to play basketball and tennis.
Victor Park - This park is a particularly popular park near the real estate in Harlington, TX, for its aquatic center, making it a great place to cool off from the Texas coastal sun. Victor Park also has a playground, tennis courts, and baseball fields.

Golf Courses in Harlingen, Texas

There are a handful of golf courses in Harlingen. Here are some of the top courses in the city:

Harlingen Country Club - This private country club offers several amenities for its members, including an 18-hole golf course, golf lessons, practice facilities, a hacienda-style clubhouse, and events/tournaments all year long!
Cottonwood Creek Country Club - This over-55 community offers a plethora of amenities to its residents, including a nine-hole golf course! Other things they have are swimming pools, hot tubs, tennis courts, a gym, a community center, and more!
Stuart Place Country Club - A nine-hole public golf course with towering palm trees scattered throughout the landscaping. Here at Stuart’s Place, you can also enjoy swimming and access to their clubhouse.

Living in Harlingen, TX

Cost of Living in Harlingen, Texas

The overall cost of living in Harlingen real estate is 23.5% less than the state's average and 29.3% less than the national average. If you buy a piece of real estate in Harlingen, you'll pay significantly less for housing, utilities, and transportation and about the same for groceries and healthcare. The median household income for real estate in Harlington, TX, is $43,003.

Weather in Harlingen, Texas

Harlingen, TX, real estate is in a humid subtropical climate where summers are hot, humid, long, and mild winters. The average high temperature reaches 97.8°F in August, and the average low-temperature dips to 51°F in January. Harlingen real estate receives about 28 inches of precipitation each year.

Healthcare in Harlingen, Texas

Real estate in Harlingen, TX, is surrounded by several healthcare facilities, with most medical buildings centrally located northeast of I-69. Some of the leading hospitals near Harlingen real estate include:

Harlingen Medical Center - A general acute-care hospital with a level IV trauma unit and a labor and delivery unit.
Valley Baptist Medical Center - has a level II trauma center, a labor and delivery unit, and a NICU.
VA Health Care Center - A Veteran Administration health facility in Harlingen, part of the VA Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System.
Su Clinica Familiar - This is not a hospital but a clinic partnered with the Regional Academic Health Center, which helps patients in the border region.

Job Market in Harlingen, TX

Due to the location of Harlingen real estate and surrounding cities near the Texas and Mexico border, Harlingen plays a major role in the import/export industry as well as manufacturing. Also, with Harlingen being so close to the Gulf of Mexico, it has somewhat developed into a resort town for Texans to visit during the winter months. With that said, some of the biggest employers are in the healthcare and education sectors. The largest employers in Harlingen include:

Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
ACT Call Center
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Harlingen Medical Center
VA Texas Valley Coastal
City of Harlingen
United Healthcare Services
Rio Grande State Center
HEB (Grocery store chain)
Texas State Technical College

Transportation in Harlingen, TX

Harlingen, TX, is a car-dependent city; however, a public transit service called Valley Metro provides transportation to those commuting to and from nearby towns. Aside from that, a few major roadways make traveling in and around Harlingen real estate convenient.

I-69E - Flows north and south through the western side of Harlingen, TX.
Loop 499 - Connects to I-69E on the north and south ends of Harlingen, creating a loop around the north and east sides of the city.
I-2 - Enters Harlingen, TX, from the west and dissolves into I-69E.

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