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DECATUR, IL 62522

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Macon County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
49
⇩ 2% vs 50 last year
Pending
9
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$115,000
⇧ 0.7% vs $114,175 last year
Average Price
$175,791
⇧ 30.6% vs $134,624 last year
Days on Market
49
⇩ 43.7% vs 87 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The DECATUR, IL real estate market (62522) currently shows 49 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 49 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 49 days on market compared to 87 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.7% year-over-year, from $114,175 to $115,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 49 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 49 now vs 87 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $115,000 (+0.7% YoY)
  • Average: $175,791 (+30.6% 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 19.7 miles — 88 listings ($15,370,842 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62522Decatur, IL 625220.0 mi49$8,613,759$115,000$175,791
62532Elwin, IL 625325.2 mi1$84,500$84,500$84,500
62551Niantic, IL 625516.0 mi2$130,000$65,000$65,000
62535Forsyth, IL 625357.9 mi7$2,355,150$344,450$336,450
62544Macon, IL 625449.3 mi1$75,000$75,000$75,000
62539Illiopolis, IL 6253911.0 mi3$120,000$40,000$40,000
62554Oreana, IL 6255412.5 mi2$260,000$130,000$130,000
62501Argenta, IL 6250114.6 mi4$1,213,800$303,450$303,450
62567Stonington, IL 6256714.8 mi6$630,000$115,000$105,000
62548Mount Pulaski, IL 6254816.0 mi5$792,375$145,000$158,475
62518Chestnut, IL 6251817.1 mi1$219,000$219,000$219,000
61818Cerro Gordo, IL 6181817.9 mi6$687,258$105,000$114,543
62519Cornland, IL 6251919.7 mi1$190,000$190,000$190,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 49 active listings in DECATUR, IL (zip code 62522), compared to 50 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in DECATUR, IL 62522 is $115,000 as of January 2026, a 0.7% increase from $114,175 the prior year.

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

Homes in DECATUR, IL 62522 spend an average of 49 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 87 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 January 2026, DECATUR, IL 62522 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 49 days on market compared to 87 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 $2,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $115,000. 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.