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    Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Harlingen, TX

    25 neighborhoods with growth potential — still affordable, increasingly walkable, and showing improving conditions. Ranked by affordability, walkability, employment, safety, and air quality.

    Population: 71,4972026 Data

    Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Harlingen, TX — Key Takeaways

    Harlingen has 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential. The most affordable up-and-coming area is Taft Southwest CDP with a median home value of $51,200.

    Harlingen has a population of 71,497, a median household income of $50,367. The median home value citywide is $111,600, which is 60% below the national average of $281,900.

    Data sourced from the US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Data Explorer, EPA AirNow, Walk Score, and FEMA. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Top 3 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods

    Taft Southwest CDP

    54/100

    Up-and-Coming Score

    $51,200

    Bluetown CDP

    52/100

    Up-and-Coming Score

    $53,200

    South Alamo CDP

    44/100

    Up-and-Coming Score

    $67,900
    Complete Rankings — 25 Neighborhoods
    Up-and-coming neighborhoods in Harlingen ranked by growth potential score, with median home value, walk score, unemployment rate, crime rate, and rent.
    #NeighborhoodScore
    		Taft Southwest CDP54
    		Bluetown CDP52
    		South Alamo CDP44
    4
    		Oak Trail Shores CDP38
    5
    		The Homesteads CDP33
    6
    		Agua Dulce CDP27
    7
    		Las Lomas CDP27
    8
    		Val Verde Park CDP22
    9
    		Ben Bolt CDP20
    10
    		Elm Creek CDP20
    11
    		Rosita CDP18
    12
    		Mauriceville CDP18
    13
    		Barrett CDP18
    14
    		Midway North CDP18
    15
    		Midway South CDP7
    16
    		Lake Brownwood CDP1
    17
    		Bear Creek Ranch CDP0
    18
    		Van Vleck CDP0
    19
    		Siesta Acres CDP0
    20
    		Winnie CDP0
    21
    		Rosanky CDP0
    22
    		McQueeney CDP0
    23
    		Knippa CDP0
    24
    		Lake Dunlap CDP0
    25
    		Lake Medina Shores CDP0

    Rankings by Category

    Top 5 up-and-coming neighborhoods in Harlingen for each growth-potential metric.

    Most Affordable

    Lowest median home value

    1. 1
      Taft Southwest CDP
      $51,200
    2. 2
      Bluetown CDP
      $53,200
    3. 3
      South Alamo CDP
      $67,900
    4. 4
      Oak Trail Shores CDP
      $78,500
    5. 5
      Las Lomas CDP
      $81,800
    Safest

    Lowest violent crime rate

    1. 1
      South Alamo CDP
      4.5 per 1K
    2. 2
      Oak Trail Shores CDP
      4.5 per 1K
    3. 3
      The Homesteads CDP
      4.5 per 1K
    4. 4
      Agua Dulce CDP
      4.5 per 1K
    5. 5
      Val Verde Park CDP
      4.5 per 1K
    Highest Income

    Highest median household income

    1. 1
      Lake Dunlap CDP
      $101,667
    2. 2
      Rosanky CDP
      $99,448
    3. 3
      Bear Creek Ranch CDP
      $98,750
    4. 4
      McQueeney CDP
      $93,750
    5. 5
      Midway South CDP
      $85,326
    How We Identify Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Harlingen

    Up-and-coming neighborhoods are identified using a Growth Potential Score that evaluates five weighted categories. These areas are still affordable relative to the city average but show strong fundamentals that suggest improving conditions and future appreciation.

    Affordability vs City Average
    30% weight
    Walkability & Transit
    25% weight
    Job Market (Unemployment)
    20% weight
    Safety
    15% weight
    Environment (Air Quality)
    10% weight

    Neighborhoods that are priced below the city median home value score higher on affordability. Walkability reflects the Walk Score, indicating access to amenities on foot. A low unemployment rate signals a strong local economy. Safety is measured by violent crime rates per 1,000 residents. Air quality uses the EPA Air Quality Index (AQI), where lower values indicate cleaner air.

    Data Sources: US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), EPA AirNow, Walk Score, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. All data is updated on a rolling basis as new government releases become available.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the most up-and-coming neighborhoods in Harlingen?
    The top up-and-coming neighborhoods in Harlingen are: Taft Southwest CDP, Bluetown CDP, South Alamo CDP, Oak Trail Shores CDP, The Homesteads CDP. These areas combine affordability, walkability, low unemployment, and improving conditions.
    Which neighborhoods in Harlingen are still affordable but improving?
    The most affordable up-and-coming neighborhood in Harlingen is Taft Southwest CDP with a median home value of $51,200. The national median is $281,900.
    Is Harlingen a good place to buy property for appreciation?
    Harlingen has a median home value of $111,600, which is below the national average, suggesting room for appreciation. There are 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential based on affordability, walkability, and economic indicators.
    What is the median household income in Harlingen?
    The median household income in Harlingen, TX is $50,367. The national median is $74,580.

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