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GOLCONDA, IL 62938

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Pope County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
13
⇧ 62.5% vs 8 last year
Pending
3
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$172,500
⇩ 31.3% vs $251,200 last year
Average Price
$196,848
⇩ 30.1% vs $281,558 last year
Days on Market
79
⇧ 9.7% vs 72 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,874  ·  Density: 6.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,276

Typical home value: $122,441  ·  Homeownership: 81.7%

Market Analysis

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

The GOLCONDA, IL real estate market (62938) currently shows 13 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 79 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 31.3% year-over-year, from $251,200 to $172,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 13 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 79 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $172,500 (-31.3% YoY)
  • Average: $196,848 (-30.1% 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 25.8 miles — 250 listings ($70,772,740 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62938Golconda, IL 629380.0 mi13$2,559,024$172,500$196,848
62985Simpson, IL 629859.8 mi5$2,143,700$429,000$428,740
42081Smithland, KY 4208113.3 mi8$3,303,600$375,000$412,950
62960Metropolis, IL 6296014.1 mi48$8,363,328$150,000$174,236
62910Brookport, IL 6291015.7 mi3$419,700$139,900$139,900
62987Stonefort, IL 6298716.9 mi3$897,000$299,000$299,000
62972Ozark, IL 6297218.4 mi2$518,000$259,000$259,000
62922Creal Springs, IL 6292222.1 mi10$2,769,670$199,000$276,967
62956Karnak, IL 6295622.3 mi1$92,000$92,000$92,000
42058Ledbetter, KY 4205823.1 mi7$1,701,931$207,450$243,133
42086West Paducah, KY 4208624.0 mi7$2,845,031$397,450$406,433
42064Marion, KY 4206425.1 mi21$5,113,500$207,000$243,500
42001Paducah, KY 4200125.8 mi122$40,046,256$297,750$328,248

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GOLCONDA, IL 62938?

As of January 2026, there are 13 active listings in GOLCONDA, IL (zip code 62938), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GOLCONDA, IL 62938?

The median listing price in GOLCONDA, IL 62938 is $172,500 as of January 2026, a 31.3% decrease from $251,200 the prior year.

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

Homes in GOLCONDA, IL 62938 spend an average of 79 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GOLCONDA, IL 62938?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GOLCONDA, IL 62938 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GOLCONDA, IL 62938 save an estimated $3,450 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $172,500. 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.