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SAINT JACOB, IL 62281

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇧ 100% vs 4 last year
Pending
1
13% pending ratio
Median Price
$492,500
⇩ 7.3% vs $531,250 last year
Average Price
$513,129
⇧ 12.1% vs $457,900 last year
Days on Market
346
⇧ 1341.7% vs 24 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,811  ·  Density: 32.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $98,651

Typical home value: $247,747  ·  Homeownership: 91.9%

Market Analysis

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

The SAINT JACOB, IL real estate market (62281) currently shows 8 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 346 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 346 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.3% year-over-year, from $531,250 to $492,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 346 now vs 24 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $492,500 (-7.3% YoY)
  • Average: $513,129 (+12.1% 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 16.9 miles — 270 listings ($95,993,780 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62281Saint Jacob, IL 622810.0 mi8$4,105,032$492,500$513,129
62061Marine, IL 620616.0 mi7$3,359,475$462,450$479,925
62249Highland, IL 622497.3 mi28$7,239,904$240,000$258,568
62062Maryville, IL 620629.8 mi28$11,101,468$402,500$396,481
62034Glen Carbon, IL 6203410.7 mi48$21,098,880$444,500$439,560
62216Aviston, IL 6221611.1 mi4$800,000$200,000$200,000
62001Alhambra, IL 6200112.3 mi4$1,380,000$350,000$345,000
62046Hamel, IL 6204613.2 mi4$1,331,868$349,000$332,967
62230Breese, IL 6223014.5 mi12$3,643,464$339,900$303,622
62221Belleville, IL 6222114.7 mi84$26,959,380$249,700$320,945
62245Germantown, IL 6224515.6 mi4$1,210,000$302,500$302,500
62097Worden, IL 6209716.6 mi3$679,425$270,950$226,475
62258Mascoutah, IL 6225816.9 mi36$13,084,884$292,000$363,469

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAINT JACOB, IL 62281?

As of January 2026, there are 8 active listings in SAINT JACOB, IL (zip code 62281), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAINT JACOB, IL 62281?

The median listing price in SAINT JACOB, IL 62281 is $492,500 as of January 2026, a 7.3% decrease from $531,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in SAINT JACOB, IL 62281 spend an average of 346 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 24 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAINT JACOB, IL 62281?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SAINT JACOB, IL 62281 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 346 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAINT JACOB, IL 62281 save an estimated $9,850 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $492,500. 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.