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FORSYTH, IL 62535

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
7
⇩ 30% vs 10 last year
Pending
2
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$344,450
⇩ 20.1% vs $431,333 last year
Average Price
$336,450
⇩ 22.2% vs $432,500 last year
Days on Market
44
⇩ 54.6% vs 97 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,856  ·  Density: 409.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $107,944

Typical home value: $285,204  ·  Homeownership: 93.1%

Market Analysis

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

The FORSYTH, IL real estate market (62535) currently shows 7 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 44 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 97 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 20.1% year-over-year, from $431,333 to $344,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 7 this year vs 10 last year
  • Days on market: 44 now vs 97 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $344,450 (-20.1% YoY)
  • Average: $336,450 (-22.2% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 21.0 miles — 85 listings ($18,036,968 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62535Forsyth, IL 625350.0 mi7$2,355,150$344,450$336,450
62554Oreana, IL 625545.3 mi2$260,000$130,000$130,000
62522Decatur, IL 625227.9 mi49$8,613,759$115,000$175,791
62501Argenta, IL 625018.5 mi4$1,213,800$303,450$303,450
62551Niantic, IL 6255111.3 mi2$130,000$65,000$65,000
62549Mt Zion, IL 6254912.0 mi11$3,362,084$299,999$305,644
62518Chestnut, IL 6251814.7 mi1$219,000$219,000$219,000
61936La Place, IL 6193615.3 mi1$114,900$114,900$114,900
61925Dalton City, IL 6192515.5 mi1$299,900$299,900$299,900
61882Weldon, IL 6188216.9 mi1$89,900$89,900$89,900
62513Blue Mound, IL 6251317.1 mi3$483,675$129,250$161,225
61929Hammond, IL 6192919.5 mi2$379,800$189,900$189,900
61937Lovington, IL 6193721.0 mi1$515,000$515,000$515,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORSYTH, IL 62535?

As of January 2026, there are 7 active listings in FORSYTH, IL (zip code 62535), compared to 10 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORSYTH, IL 62535?

The median listing price in FORSYTH, IL 62535 is $344,450 as of January 2026, a 20.1% decrease from $431,333 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORSYTH, IL 62535 spend an average of 44 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 97 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORSYTH, IL 62535?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FORSYTH, IL 62535 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 44 days on market compared to 97 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORSYTH, IL 62535 save an estimated $6,889 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $344,450. 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.