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SIMS, IL 62886

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$335,000
⇧ 342.2% vs $75,750 last year
Average Price
$335,000
⇧ 342.2% vs $75,750 last year
Days on Market
98
⇩ 31.5% vs 143 days last year

Market Context

Population: 390  ·  Density: 5.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,250

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 88.2%

Market Analysis

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

The SIMS, IL real estate market (62886) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 98 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 98 days on market compared to 143 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 342.2% year-over-year, from $75,750 to $335,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 98 now vs 143 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $335,000 (+342.2% YoY)
  • Average: $335,000 (+342.2% 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 25.0 miles — 111 listings ($28,010,206 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62886Sims, IL 628860.0 mi1$335,000$335,000$335,000
62850Johnsonville, IL 628508.8 mi2$135,332$67,666$67,666
62814Bluford, IL 6281410.6 mi1$164,500$164,500$164,500
62823Cisne, IL 6282311.2 mi7$833,000$97,250$119,000
62887Springerton, IL 6288716.0 mi1$85,000$85,000$85,000
62872Opdyke, IL 6287216.3 mi2$370,000$210,000$185,000
62849Iuka, IL 6284919.5 mi7$1,029,602$119,900$147,086
62864Mount Vernon, IL 6286420.1 mi75$19,102,875$240,000$254,705
62859McLeansboro, IL 6285921.0 mi7$4,331,397$75,000$618,771
62853Kell, IL 6285322.8 mi2$240,000$120,000$120,000
62846Ina, IL 6284623.3 mi1$317,000$317,000$317,000
62836Ewing, IL 6283624.2 mi3$726,600$242,200$242,200
62816Bonnie, IL 6281625.0 mi2$339,900$169,950$169,950

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SIMS, IL 62886?

As of January 2026, there are 1 active listings in SIMS, IL (zip code 62886), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SIMS, IL 62886?

The median listing price in SIMS, IL 62886 is $335,000 as of January 2026, a 342.2% increase from $75,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in SIMS, IL 62886 spend an average of 98 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 143 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SIMS, IL 62886?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SIMS, IL 62886 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 98 days on market compared to 143 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SIMS, IL 62886 save an estimated $6,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $335,000. 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.