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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Monroe County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since December 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Monroe County, IL

How much do homes in Monroe County, IL cost?

Median Sold Price

$325,000

$152/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since December 2023

+$15,000(+4.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Monroe County have sold for 4.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Monroe County was $325,000 in December 2024, up 4.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $152.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSDec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
1 $202.9K$92.5K
-54.4%
2 $191.5K$205.5K
+7.3%
3 $310.7K$315K
+1.4%
4 $381.2K$427.5K
+12.1%
5+ $375K$542.5K
+44.7%

Summary: Monroe County housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 54.4%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 1.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 12.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 44.7%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Saint Louis County
+5.0%
Monroe County
+4.8%
Saint Clair County
+3.8%
Randolph County
+3.8%

Housing Supply in Monroe County, IL

How many homes are available in Monroe County, IL?

Number of Homes For Sale

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
11698-15.5%

Summary: The Monroe County real estate market had 98 homes for sale in December 2024, a 15.5% decrease compared to November 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
1 10
-100.0%
2 58
+60.0%
3 7259
-18.1%
4 3124
-22.6%
5+ 77
0.0%

Summary: The Monroe County housing inventory by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 60%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 18.1%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 22.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
3719-48.6%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

10 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 Monroe County, you may be able to get a good deal. 52.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 19 homes were sold or pending in Monroe County in December 2024, down by 48.6% month-over-month. Of the 19 sold homes, 53% were sold under asking, 16% were sold at asking, and 32% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Monroe County, IL

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

Average Sale Time

Dec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
39 Days61 Days+55.7%

Summary: Homes in Monroe County had an average of 61 days on market in Dec 2024, up by 55.7% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

5 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

7 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in Monroe County has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During December 2024, 19 homes were sold in Monroe County; 26% of homes were sold within 30 days, 37% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 26% of homes were sold over 90 days.

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

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