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RED BUD, IL 62278

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Randolph County
Buyer's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The RED BUD, IL real estate market (62278) currently shows 21 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 38.6% year-over-year, from $251,000 to $347,938.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 6,692  ·  Density: 24.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $77,059

Typical home value: $180,415  ·  Homeownership: 78.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
21
⇧ 50% vs 14 last year
Pending
7
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$347,938
⇧ 38.6% vs $251,000 last year
Average Price
$562,890
⇧ 132.7% vs $241,900 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 102.3% vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$149
⇩ 4.5% vs $156/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,173 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 21 this year vs 14 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $347,938 (+38.6% YoY)
  • Average: $562,890 (+132.7% 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 21.6 miles — 119 listings ($30,955,791 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62278Red Bud, IL 622780.0 mi8$1,311,600$153,750$163,950
62242Evansville, IL 622428.2 mi3$412,350$137,450$137,450
62264New Athens, IL 622648.9 mi6$1,284,000$214,000$214,000
62244Fults, IL 6224411.2 mi3$1,237,425$412,475$412,475
62285Smithton, IL 6228512.7 mi12$5,047,908$469,225$420,659
62255Lenzburg, IL 6225513.7 mi1$16,500$16,500$16,500
62257Marissa, IL 6225715.0 mi10$1,485,670$153,650$148,567
62286Sparta, IL 6228616.2 mi24$3,674,856$148,750$153,119
62295Valmeyer, IL 6229517.8 mi1$265,500$265,500$265,500
63627Bloomsdale, MO 6362718.4 mi3$767,901$149,000$255,967
62260Millstadt, IL 6226018.6 mi20$8,977,200$452,900$448,860
63019Crystal City, MO 6301921.0 mi7$1,756,160$225,000$250,880
62233Chester, IL 6223321.6 mi21$4,718,721$173,875$224,701

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RED BUD, IL 62278?

As of September 2026, there are 21 active listings in RED BUD, IL (zip code 62278), compared to 14 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RED BUD, IL 62278?

The median listing price in RED BUD, IL 62278 is $347,938 as of September 2026, a 38.6% increase from $251,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in RED BUD, IL 62278 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RED BUD, IL 62278?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, RED BUD, IL 62278 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

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

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