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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Marion County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Marion County, IL

How much do homes in Marion County, IL cost?

Median Sold Price

$120,250

$82/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$5,250(+4.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Marion County have sold for 4.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Marion County was $120,250 in October 2024, up 4.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $82.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $24.5K$105K
+328.6%
2 $69.9K$68.4K
-2.1%
3 $122.7K$135K
+10.0%
4 $155.5K$190K
+22.2%
5+ $214K$195K
-8.9%

Summary: Marion County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 328.6%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 2.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 22.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 8.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Marion County
+4.6%
Clinton County
+1.9%
Clay County
-3.1%
Jefferson County
-3.6%

Housing Supply in Marion County, IL

How many homes are available in Marion County, IL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1511510.0%

Summary: The Marion County real estate market had 151 homes for sale in October 2024, the same as September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 22
0.0%
2 4238
-9.5%
3 6971
+2.9%
4 3333
0.0%
5+ 57
+40.0%

Summary: The Marion 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 decreased by 9.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.9%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 40%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2936+24.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

21 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

7 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

8 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Marion County, you may be able to get a good deal. 58.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 36 homes were sold or pending in Marion County in October 2024, up by 24.1% month-over-month. Of the 36 sold homes, 58% were sold under asking, 19% were sold at asking, and 22% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Marion County, IL

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
40 Days31 Days-23.4%

Summary: Homes in Marion County had an average of 31 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 23.4% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

25 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 36 homes were sold in Marion County; 69% of homes were sold within 30 days, 25% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 6% 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 22 Days Ago

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