South Padre Island is one of the 4 Rio Grande Valley markets we cover. This page shows the newest South Padre Island listings from the GMAR MLS, refreshed weekly, a Census snapshot of the county's housing, and how to get started whether you're buying or selling.
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Cameron County at a glance
| Population estimate, July 1, 2025 | 433,946 |
| Median value of owner-occupied homes, 2020–2024 | $136,500 |
| Owner-occupied housing rate, 2020–2024 | 65.2% |
| Median household income, 2020–2024 (2024 dollars) | $52,601 |
| Mean travel time to work, 2020–2024 | 21.3 minutes |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts, Cameron County, Texas. Survey estimates describe all existing homes, not current asking prices.
The Census Bureau's QuickFacts does not publish these measures for the Town of South Padre Island, so this snapshot shows Cameron County, where the island is located. Island condo and beachfront prices are often very different from the county as a whole.
Buying on the island is different from buying on the mainland: condo rules, insurance and short-term rental taxes all matter. Start with our South Padre Island condo checklist.
Buying in South Padre Island
- Set your range and must-haves. Price, beds, commute and any HOA or condo rules you want to avoid.
- Save homes from the live search. A free client login keeps your saved homes and alerts in one place.
- Tour and compare. We'll set up showings and pull recent nearby sales so you can judge each price.
- Know who represents you. Texas requires brokers to give you the Information About Brokerage Services notice at first substantive contact.
Selling in South Padre Island
Pricing starts with recent sales near your home, not a city-wide average. Tell us about your home and timeline, and we'll put together a comparative market analysis (CMA) with recent South Padre Island sales and a pricing plan for today's market.
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This page is general information, not legal, tax or lending advice. Census figures are estimates; listing details come from the MLS and are deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median home value near South Padre Island?
Census QuickFacts does not publish this for the Town of South Padre Island. For Cameron County, where the island is located, the median value of owner-occupied homes is $136,500 for 2020–2024. Island condo and beachfront prices are often very different, so check current listings.
How long is the average commute in Cameron County?
Census QuickFacts reports a mean one-way travel time to work of 21.3 minutes for workers in Cameron County (2020–2024).
How can I see new South Padre Island listings?
This page shows the newest South Padre Island listings from the GMAR MLS and updates weekly. You can also use the live home search on texasrgvre.com, or send us a message and we'll send homes that match what you're looking for.
Sources
- U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts: Cameron County, Texas
- Texas Real Estate Commission rules (Rule 531.20, Information About Brokerage Services)
- Listings: GMAR MLS via Matrix IDX, shown on texasrgvre.com.