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SAINT JOSEPH, IL 61873

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Champaign County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
14
⇧ 55.6% vs 9 last year
Pending
9
64% pending ratio
Median Price
$240,000
⇩ 1% vs $242,450 last year
Average Price
$240,214
⇩ 27.2% vs $329,970 last year
Days on Market
61
⇧ 144% vs 25 days last year

Market Context

Population: 5,811  ·  Density: 35.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $101,662

Typical home value: $230,938  ·  Homeownership: 86.1%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SAINT JOSEPH, IL real estate market (61873) currently shows 14 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 61 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 61 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1% year-over-year, from $242,450 to $240,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 14 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 61 now vs 25 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $240,000 (-1% YoY)
  • Average: $240,214 (-27.2% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 17.1 miles — 236 listings ($72,886,715 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61873Saint Joseph, IL 618730.0 mi14$3,362,996$240,000$240,214
61871Royal, IL 618714.7 mi1$235,000$235,000$235,000
61844Fithian, IL 618448.8 mi2$609,800$304,900$304,900
61801Urbana, IL 618019.4 mi37$11,149,765$282,500$301,345
61877Sidney, IL 6187710.3 mi5$1,174,500$234,900$234,900
61812Armstrong, IL 6181211.3 mi2$339,000$169,500$169,500
61862Penfield, IL 6186212.2 mi0$0$32,000$32,000
61821Champaign, IL 6182112.7 mi78$20,122,752$190,000$257,984
61866Rantoul, IL 6186613.4 mi25$3,628,475$137,200$145,139
61822Champaign, IL 6182214.1 mi69$31,709,502$410,000$459,558
61816Broadlands, IL 6181615.1 mi1$38,500$38,500$38,500
61865Potomac, IL 6186516.8 mi1$86,425$86,425$86,425
61810Allerton, IL 6181017.1 mi1$430,000$430,000$430,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAINT JOSEPH, IL 61873?

As of January 2026, there are 14 active listings in SAINT JOSEPH, IL (zip code 61873), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAINT JOSEPH, IL 61873?

The median listing price in SAINT JOSEPH, IL 61873 is $240,000 as of January 2026, a 1% decrease from $242,450 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SAINT JOSEPH, IL?

Homes in SAINT JOSEPH, IL 61873 spend an average of 61 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 25 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAINT JOSEPH, IL 61873?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SAINT JOSEPH, IL 61873 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 61 days on market compared to 25 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SAINT JOSEPH, IL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAINT JOSEPH, IL 61873 save an estimated $4,800 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $240,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.