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MATTOON, IL 61938

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Coles County
Balanced Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 61938

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Market Analysis

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

The MATTOON, IL real estate market (61938) currently shows 59 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 32 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 45 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.6% year-over-year, from $157,450 to $159,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,965  ·  Density: 64.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $52,279

Typical home value: $99,189  ·  Homeownership: 59.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
59
⇧ 22.9% vs 48 last year
Pending
18
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$159,950
⇧ 1.6% vs $157,450 last year
Average Price
$211,569
⇧ 14.7% vs $184,425 last year
Days on Market
32
⇩ 28.9% vs 45 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$111
⇧ 2.8% vs $108/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,586 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 59 this year vs 48 last year
  • Days on market: 32 now vs 45 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $159,950 (+1.6% YoY)
  • Average: $211,569 (+14.7% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.5 miles — 135 listings ($23,706,475 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61938Mattoon, IL 619380.0 mi37$5,371,512$121,175$145,176
61931Humboldt, IL 619317.7 mi2$135,000$67,500$67,500
62447Neoga, IL 6244712.1 mi3$532,200$177,400$177,400
61951Sullivan, IL 6195113.6 mi15$3,073,830$168,175$204,922
62468Toledo, IL 6246815.0 mi1$165,000$165,000$165,000
62465Strasburg, IL 6246516.8 mi1$139,900$139,900$139,900
61912Ashmore, IL 6191218.5 mi5$921,800$174,899$184,360
62428Greenup, IL 6242819.9 mi8$1,235,432$139,000$154,429
61953Tuscola, IL 6195322.4 mi19$4,984,536$225,000$262,344
62534Findlay, IL 6253422.7 mi4$963,800$240,950$240,950
62565Shelbyville, IL 6256523.3 mi23$3,181,843$133,250$138,341
62420Casey, IL 6242024.0 mi11$1,939,982$139,900$176,362
61913Atwood, IL 6191324.5 mi6$1,061,640$159,900$176,940

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MATTOON, IL 61938?

As of September 2026, there are 59 active listings in MATTOON, IL (zip code 61938), compared to 48 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MATTOON, IL 61938?

The median listing price in MATTOON, IL 61938 is $159,950 as of September 2026, a 1.6% increase from $157,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in MATTOON, IL 61938 spend an average of 32 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 45 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MATTOON, IL 61938?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, MATTOON, IL 61938 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 32 days on market compared to 45 days last year.

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