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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Galesburg is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, Galesburg has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Galesburg is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Galesburg, IL

How much do homes in Galesburg, IL cost?

Median Sold Price

$98,427

$76/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

-$1,172(-1.2%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Galesburg have sold for 1.2% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Galesburg was $98,427 in October 2024, down 1.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $76.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $33.5K$37K
+10.4%
2 $74.9K$72K
-4.0%
3 $107K$109.9K
+2.8%
4 $139K$169.5K
+21.9%
5+ $165K$183.5K
+11.2%

Summary: Galesburg housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 10.4%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 4%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 21.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 11.2%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Galesburg
-1.2%
Galesburg City Township
-1.7%

Housing Supply in Galesburg, IL

How many homes are available in Galesburg, IL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
130139+6.9%

Summary: The Galesburg real estate market had 139 homes for sale in October 2024, a 6.9% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 33
0.0%
2 3636
0.0%
3 6372
+14.3%
4 2021
+5.0%
5+ 87
-12.5%

Summary: The Galesburg housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 14.3%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 5%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 12.5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
3133+6.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

19 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

8 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Galesburg, you may be able to get a good deal. 57.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 33 homes were sold or pending in Galesburg in October 2024, up by 6.5% month-over-month. Of the 33 sold homes, 58% were sold under asking, 24% were sold at asking, and 18% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Galesburg, IL

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
27 Days34 Days+25.6%

Summary: Homes in Galesburg had an average of 34 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 25.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

20 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 33 homes were sold in Galesburg; 61% of homes were sold within 30 days, 27% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 12% 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 20 Days Ago

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