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CARBONDALE, IL 62901

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CARBONDALE, IL real estate market (62901) currently shows 86 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 54 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 35 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 54 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 109.3% year-over-year, from $62,450 to $130,725.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 23,178  ·  Density: 330.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $31,857

Typical home value: $134,421  ·  Homeownership: 30.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
86
⇩ 28.9% vs 121 last year
Pending
23
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$130,725
⇧ 109.3% vs $62,450 last year
Average Price
$186,812
⇧ 67.3% vs $111,636 last year
Days on Market
54
⇩ 29.9% vs 77 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$89
⇧ 61.8% vs $55/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,682 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 86 this year vs 121 last year
  • Days on market: 54 now vs 77 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $130,725 (+109.3% YoY)
  • Average: $186,812 (+67.3% 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 17.6 miles — 269 listings ($57,823,016 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62901Carbondale, IL 629010.0 mi102$16,499,316$117,500$161,758
62915Cambria, IL 629155.6 mi5$995,165$231,225$199,033
62902Carbondale, IL 629027.0 mi10$4,363,140$459,750$436,314
62918Carterville, IL 629187.4 mi48$11,030,112$211,250$229,794
62921Colp, IL 629218.2 mi1$19,400$19,400$19,400
62933Energy, IL 6293310.6 mi1$310,000$310,000$310,000
62975Pomona, IL 6297511.2 mi1$295,000$295,000$295,000
62983Royalton, IL 6298312.5 mi6$1,163,298$138,375$193,883
62999Zeigler, IL 6299913.5 mi3$198,576$64,225$66,192
62927Dowell, IL 6292714.1 mi2$73,600$36,800$36,800
62959Marion, IL 6295916.2 mi79$20,944,559$224,250$265,121
62951Johnston City, IL 6295116.6 mi8$1,655,600$139,500$206,950
62865Mulkeytown, IL 6286517.6 mi3$275,250$91,750$91,750

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CARBONDALE, IL 62901?

As of September 2026, there are 86 active listings in CARBONDALE, IL (zip code 62901), compared to 121 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CARBONDALE, IL 62901?

The median listing price in CARBONDALE, IL 62901 is $130,725 as of September 2026, a 109.3% increase from $62,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in CARBONDALE, IL 62901 spend an average of 54 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 77 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CARBONDALE, IL 62901?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, CARBONDALE, IL 62901 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 35 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 54 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

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

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