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DECATUR, IL 62526

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
70
⇩ 13.6% vs 81 last year
Pending
11
16% pending ratio
Median Price
$93,500
⇩ 19.4% vs $115,950 last year
Average Price
$112,884
⇩ 24.7% vs $149,985 last year
Days on Market
54
⇩ 5.3% vs 57 days last year

Market Context

Population: 30,572  ·  Density: 179.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $46,599

Typical home value: $92,561  ·  Homeownership: 56.9%

Market Analysis

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

The DECATUR, IL real estate market (62526) currently shows 70 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 54 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 54 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 19.4% year-over-year, from $115,950 to $93,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 70 this year vs 81 last year
  • Days on market: 54 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $93,500 (-19.4% YoY)
  • Average: $112,884 (-24.7% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.2 miles — 182 listings ($29,289,936 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62526Decatur, IL 625260.0 mi70$7,901,880$93,500$112,884
62522Decatur, IL 625225.9 mi49$8,613,759$115,000$175,791
62554Oreana, IL 625547.1 mi2$260,000$130,000$130,000
61756Maroa, IL 617569.1 mi3$816,750$272,250$272,250
62514Boody, IL 625149.8 mi1$114,933$89,900$114,933
62549Mt Zion, IL 6254911.3 mi11$3,362,084$299,999$305,644
62539Illiopolis, IL 6253914.0 mi3$120,000$40,000$40,000
62518Chestnut, IL 6251814.7 mi1$219,000$219,000$219,000
62513Blue Mound, IL 6251315.1 mi3$483,675$129,250$161,225
62548Mount Pulaski, IL 6254816.2 mi5$792,375$145,000$158,475
61727Clinton, IL 6172717.0 mi24$4,990,080$169,900$207,920
62550Moweaqua, IL 6255020.2 mi8$1,315,400$147,750$164,425
62515Buffalo, IL 6251520.2 mi2$300,000$150,000$150,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DECATUR, IL 62526?

As of January 2026, there are 70 active listings in DECATUR, IL (zip code 62526), compared to 81 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DECATUR, IL 62526?

The median listing price in DECATUR, IL 62526 is $93,500 as of January 2026, a 19.4% decrease from $115,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in DECATUR, IL 62526 spend an average of 54 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DECATUR, IL 62526?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DECATUR, IL 62526 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 54 days on market compared to 57 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 62526 save an estimated $1,870 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $93,500. 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.