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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Jefferson County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Jefferson County, IL

How much do homes in Jefferson County, IL cost?

Median Sold Price

$135,000

$90/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

-$500(-0.4%)

Key Takeaway

The sold price of homes in Jefferson County has remained the same since last year.

Summary: The median home sold price in Jefferson County was $135,000 in November 2024, down 0.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $90.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $56.1K-
N/A
2 $72.5K$69.1K
-4.8%
3 $142.5K$140K
-1.8%
4 $190K$222.5K
+17.1%
5+ $237.5K$309.5K
+30.3%

Summary: Jefferson County housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 4.8%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 1.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 17.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 30.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Washington County
+19.6%
Hamilton County
+4.8%
Franklin County
+1.2%
Jefferson County
-0.4%
Marion County
-0.8%

Housing Supply in Jefferson County, IL

How many homes are available in Jefferson County, IL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
9093+3.3%

Summary: The Jefferson County real estate market had 93 homes for sale in November 2024, a 3.3% increase compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 02
+100.0%
2 1820
+11.1%
3 5454
0.0%
4 1412
-14.3%
5+ 45
+25.0%

Summary: The Jefferson County housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 11.1%, 3 bedroom homes remained the same, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 14.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 25%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
2516-36.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

8 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Jefferson County, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 16 homes were sold or pending in Jefferson County in November 2024, down by 36.0% month-over-month. Of the 16 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 31% were sold at asking, and 19% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Jefferson County, IL

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

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
39 Days57 Days+46.8%

Summary: Homes in Jefferson County had an average of 57 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 46.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

8 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During November 2024, 16 homes were sold in Jefferson County; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 13% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 31% 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 2 Days Ago

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