Is Jackson County, IL a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Jackson County is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

Jackson County 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 Jackson County, IL

How much do homes in Jackson County, IL cost?

Median Sold Price

$139,908

$86/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$19,908(+16.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Jackson County have sold for 16.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Jackson County was $139,908 in October 2024, up 16.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $86.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $79K-
N/A
2 $70.7K$67K
-5.2%
3 $125.7K$134K
+6.6%
4 $172K$227.5K
+32.3%
5+ $288.4K$319.5K
+10.8%

Summary: Jackson County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 5.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 6.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 32.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 10.8%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Jackson County
+16.6%
Randolph County
+9.0%
Perry County
+5.3%
Union County
-3.0%

Housing Supply in Jackson County, IL

How many homes are available in Jackson County, IL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
232231-0.4%

Summary: The Jackson County real estate market had 231 homes for sale in October 2024, a 0.4% decrease compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 44
0.0%
2 3838
0.0%
3 118120
+1.7%
4 5552
-5.5%
5+ 1717
0.0%

Summary: The Jackson County 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 1.7%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 5.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
3634-5.6%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

23 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

6 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Jackson County, you may be able to get a good deal. 67.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 34 homes were sold or pending in Jackson County in October 2024, down by 5.6% month-over-month. Of the 34 sold homes, 68% were sold under asking, 18% were sold at asking, and 15% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Jackson County, IL

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
36 Days39 Days+8.0%

Summary: Homes in Jackson County had an average of 39 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

21 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 34 homes were sold in Jackson County; 62% of homes were sold within 30 days, 24% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 15% 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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