Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Effingham County, Illinois real estate market currently shows 60 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 70 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 70 days on market compared to 91.3 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 3.1% year-over-year, from $299,184 to $289,768.
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Altamont: 62411
Dieterich: 62424
Effingham: 62401
Mason: 62443
Shumway: 62461
Teutopolis: 62467
Watson: 62473
ZIP coverage: 7 · Population: 33,358 · Median household income: $75,508
Typical home value: $175,335 · Homeownership rate: 78.3%