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DECATUR, IL 62522

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The DECATUR, IL real estate market (62522) currently shows 36 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5% year-over-year, from $90,000 to $94,463.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 15,010  ·  Density: 242.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $50,144

Typical home value: $96,277  ·  Homeownership: 64.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
36
⇧ 9.1% vs 33 last year
Pending
5
14% pending ratio
Median Price
$94,463
⇧ 5% vs $90,000 last year
Average Price
$129,850
⇧ 15.1% vs $112,860 last year
Days on Market
59
⇩ 15.7% vs 70 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$60
⇧ 15.4% vs $52/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,672 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 36 this year vs 33 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $94,463 (+5% YoY)
  • Average: $129,850 (+15.1% 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
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 20.7 miles — 226 listings ($33,080,079 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62522Decatur, IL 625220.0 mi39$4,977,297$118,673$127,623
62526Decatur, IL 625265.9 mi66$7,525,452$90,425$114,022
62521Decatur, IL 625216.3 mi87$14,336,295$144,450$164,785
62513Blue Mound, IL 625139.3 mi4$718,700$172,100$179,675
62549Mt Zion, IL 6254910.5 mi6$1,798,728$317,500$299,788
62547Mount Auburn, IL 6254711.5 mi1$145,000$145,000$145,000
61925Dalton City, IL 6192513.4 mi0$0$257,000$257,000
61756Maroa, IL 6175614.7 mi3$282,450$92,450$94,150
62550Moweaqua, IL 6255015.4 mi8$1,328,952$141,850$166,119
61936La Place, IL 6193617.1 mi2$264,900$132,450$132,450
61749Kenney, IL 6174918.4 mi1$208,500$208,500$208,500
61914Bethany, IL 6191420.1 mi6$1,139,106$148,500$189,851
62531Edinburg, IL 6253120.7 mi3$354,699$119,900$118,233

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DECATUR, IL 62522?

As of March 2026, there are 36 active listings in DECATUR, IL (zip code 62522), compared to 33 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DECATUR, IL 62522?

The median listing price in DECATUR, IL 62522 is $94,463 as of March 2026, a 5% increase from $90,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in DECATUR, IL 62522 spend an average of 59 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DECATUR, IL 62522?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, DECATUR, IL 62522 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DECATUR, IL 62522 save an estimated $1,889 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $94,463. 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.