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GAYS, IL 61928

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Moultrie County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇧ 100% vs 1 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$57,500
⇩ 50% vs $115,000 last year
Average Price
$57,500
⇩ 50% vs $115,000 last year
Days on Market
44
⇩ 21.4% vs 56 days last year

Market Context

Population: 643  ·  Density: 8.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $78,333

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 91.9%

Market Analysis

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

The GAYS, IL real estate market (61928) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 50% year-over-year, from $115,000 to $57,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 1 last year
  • Days on market: 44 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $57,500 (-50% YoY)
  • Average: $57,500 (-50% 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 25.7 miles — 187 listings ($44,028,822 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61928Gays, IL 619280.0 mi2$115,000$57,500$57,500
61938Mattoon, IL 619387.0 mi46$6,708,272$116,000$145,832
61951Sullivan, IL 6195110.4 mi10$2,785,430$203,950$278,543
61931Humboldt, IL 6193112.1 mi2$192,500$96,250$96,250
62565Shelbyville, IL 6256516.3 mi24$3,443,472$139,500$143,478
61911Arthur, IL 6191117.3 mi7$1,406,300$178,000$200,900
61920Charleston, IL 6192018.4 mi31$7,546,764$170,150$243,444
61914Bethany, IL 6191418.8 mi9$1,634,400$164,200$181,600
61937Lovington, IL 6193721.2 mi1$515,000$515,000$515,000
62401Effingham, IL 6240123.5 mi42$17,651,844$305,000$420,282
62571Tower Hill, IL 6257124.9 mi2$319,800$159,900$159,900
61912Ashmore, IL 6191225.5 mi5$926,800$180,000$185,360
61913Atwood, IL 6191325.7 mi6$783,240$125,000$130,540

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GAYS, IL 61928?

As of January 2026, there are 2 active listings in GAYS, IL (zip code 61928), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GAYS, IL 61928?

The median listing price in GAYS, IL 61928 is $57,500 as of January 2026, a 50% decrease from $115,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in GAYS, IL 61928 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GAYS, IL 61928?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GAYS, IL 61928 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GAYS, IL 61928 save an estimated $1,150 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $57,500. 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.