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MACON, IL 62544

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Macon County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$75,000
⇩ 69.9% vs $249,250 last year
Average Price
$75,000
⇩ 69.9% vs $249,250 last year
Days on Market
169
⇧ 9% vs 155 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,600  ·  Density: 9.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $74,833

Typical home value: $132,900  ·  Homeownership: 82.3%

Market Analysis

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

The MACON, IL real estate market (62544) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 169 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 169 days on market compared to 155 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 69.9% year-over-year, from $249,250 to $75,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 169 now vs 155 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $75,000 (-69.9% YoY)
  • Average: $75,000 (-69.9% 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 20.3 miles — 189 listings ($30,776,057 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62544Macon, IL 625440.0 mi1$75,000$75,000$75,000
62514Boody, IL 625145.6 mi1$114,933$89,900$114,933
62549Mt Zion, IL 625497.1 mi11$3,362,084$299,999$305,644
62521Decatur, IL 625217.7 mi85$15,719,985$138,000$184,941
62513Blue Mound, IL 625139.6 mi3$483,675$129,250$161,225
62567Stonington, IL 6256712.3 mi6$630,000$115,000$105,000
62526Decatur, IL 6252613.5 mi70$7,901,880$93,500$112,884
61936La Place, IL 6193614.6 mi1$114,900$114,900$114,900
62547Mount Auburn, IL 6254715.2 mi1$145,000$145,000$145,000
61937Lovington, IL 6193717.0 mi1$515,000$515,000$515,000
62501Argenta, IL 6250117.7 mi4$1,213,800$303,450$303,450
62539Illiopolis, IL 6253918.2 mi3$120,000$40,000$40,000
61929Hammond, IL 6192920.3 mi2$379,800$189,900$189,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MACON, IL 62544?

As of January 2026, there are 1 active listings in MACON, IL (zip code 62544), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MACON, IL 62544?

The median listing price in MACON, IL 62544 is $75,000 as of January 2026, a 69.9% decrease from $249,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in MACON, IL 62544 spend an average of 169 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 155 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MACON, IL 62544?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MACON, IL 62544 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 169 days on market compared to 155 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MACON, IL 62544 save an estimated $1,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $75,000. 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.