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McAllen real estate market sees high home inventory
By Lauren Sierra at ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News
· July 11, 2026
· 1 min read
McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The McAllen -Edinburg-Mission metro area has close to nine months of inventory on the market -- a decade-high number, according to Texas A&M's Real Estate Research Center. Real estate agent Michael Jinks, a third-generation real estate agent with Winner's Circle, e...
Key takeaway Real estate agent Michael Jinks, a third-generation real estate agent with Winner's Circle, explains the reason behind the record number.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The surge in home inventory in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area has significant implications for local residents and the broader economy. With nearly nine months of inventory on the market, buyers have unprecedented bargaining power, which could lead to downward pressure on home prices. This, in turn, may impact property tax revenues, a crucial source of funding for local schools and city services. Furthermore, the record-high inventory levels may also affect the plans of developers and builders, who may reassess their investments in new construction projects. As the local real estate market continues to evolve, it will be crucial to monitor the impact on McAllen's economy and the potential ripple effects on the city's growth and development. The situation warrants close attention from city officials, business leaders, and residents, as the dynamics of the real estate market can have far-reaching consequences for the community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO NBC 23 / CBS 4) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? McALLEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The McAllen-Edinburg-Mission metro area has close to nine months of inventory on the market -- a decade-high number, according to Texas A&M's Real Estate Research Center. Real estate agent Michael Jinks, a third-generation real estate agent with Winner's Circle, e...
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