Is Alton, IL a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Alton is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

At the same time last year, Alton was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Alton is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.

Housing Prices in Alton, IL

How much do homes in Alton, IL cost?

Median Sold Price

$125,000

$96/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$15,010(+13.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Alton have sold for 13.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Alton was $125,000 in November 2024, up 13.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $96.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $39.9K$86.4K
+116.7%
2 $77.9K$100.9K
+29.5%
3 $135K$145K
+7.4%
4 $180.5K$185K
+2.5%
5+ $182.5K$252K
+38.1%

Summary: Alton housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 116.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 29.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 7.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 38.1%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

East Alton
+20.5%
Cottage Hills
+19.0%
Wood River Township
+15.5%
Alton
+13.6%
Alton Township
+13.6%

Housing Supply in Alton, IL

How many homes are available in Alton, IL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
111119+7.2%

Summary: The Alton real estate market had 119 homes for sale in November 2024, a 7.2% increase compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 33
0.0%
2 4148
+17.1%
3 4844
-8.3%
4 1519
+26.7%
5+ 45
+25.0%

Summary: The Alton housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 17.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 8.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 26.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 25%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1817-5.6%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

8 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Alton, you may be able to get a good deal. 47.1% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 17 homes were sold or pending in Alton in November 2024, down by 5.6% month-over-month. Of the 17 sold homes, 47% were sold under asking, 18% were sold at asking, and 35% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Alton, IL

How long does it take to sell a home in Alton, IL?

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
59 Days50 Days-15.2%

Summary: Homes in Alton had an average of 50 days on market in Nov 2024, down by 15.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

7 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Alton are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During November 2024, 17 homes were sold in Alton; 41% of homes were sold within 30 days, 29% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 29% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 17 Days Ago

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