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DECATUR, IL 62526

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The DECATUR, IL real estate market (62526) currently shows 66 active listings, with 15 pending sales. Homes are averaging 49 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 19 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 49 days on market compared to 21 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.6% year-over-year, from $85,949 to $89,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
66
⇧ 40.4% vs 47 last year
Pending
15
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$89,900
⇧ 4.6% vs $85,949 last year
Average Price
$119,675
⇩ 2.2% vs $122,390 last year
Days on Market
49
⇧ 133.3% vs 21 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$77
⇧ 13.2% vs $68/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,399 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 66 this year vs 47 last year
  • Days on market: 49 now vs 21 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $89,900 (+4.6% YoY)
  • Average: $119,675 (-2.2% 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 — 135 listings ($17,142,549 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62526Decatur, IL 625260.0 mi66$7,525,452$90,425$114,022
62522Decatur, IL 625225.9 mi39$4,977,297$118,673$127,623
62554Oreana, IL 625547.1 mi2$257,500$128,750$128,750
62551Niantic, IL 625519.5 mi3$255,000$85,000$85,000
62501Argenta, IL 6250110.0 mi2$799,800$399,900$399,900
62544Macon, IL 6254413.5 mi0$0$209,000$209,000
61818Cerro Gordo, IL 6181814.5 mi5$793,750$157,500$158,750
61925Dalton City, IL 6192514.8 mi0$0$257,000$257,000
61936La Place, IL 6193615.6 mi2$264,900$132,450$132,450
62547Mount Auburn, IL 6254716.6 mi1$145,000$145,000$145,000
61855Milmine, IL 6185517.5 mi1$249,900$249,900$249,900
62550Moweaqua, IL 6255020.2 mi8$1,328,952$141,850$166,119
62567Stonington, IL 6256720.7 mi6$544,998$68,000$90,833

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 66 active listings in DECATUR, IL (zip code 62526), compared to 47 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in DECATUR, IL 62526 is $89,900 as of March 2026, a 4.6% increase from $85,949 the prior year.

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

Homes in DECATUR, IL 62526 spend an average of 49 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 21 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 March 2026, DECATUR, IL 62526 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 19 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 49 days on market compared to 21 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 $1,798 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $89,900. 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.