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MARION, IL 62959

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
July 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The MARION, IL real estate market (62959) currently shows 134 active listings, with 52 pending sales. Homes are averaging 39 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 39 days on market compared to 42 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13.8% year-over-year, from $263,450 to $227,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 27,255  ·  Density: 73.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,850

Typical home value: $166,019  ·  Homeownership: 70.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
134
⇧ 4.7% vs 128 last year
Pending
52
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$227,000
⇩ 13.8% vs $263,450 last year
Average Price
$306,839
⇩ 1.8% vs $312,496 last year
Days on Market
39
⇩ 7.1% vs 42 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$138
⇧ 2.2% vs $135/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,781 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 134 this year vs 128 last year
  • Days on market: 39 now vs 42 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $227,000 (-13.8% YoY)
  • Average: $306,839 (-1.8% 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 17.8 miles — 183 listings ($46,264,828 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62959Marion, IL 629590.0 mi79$20,944,559$224,250$265,121
62951Johnston City, IL 629517.8 mi8$1,655,600$139,500$206,950
62922Creal Springs, IL 629228.4 mi11$3,071,079$196,500$279,189
62918Carterville, IL 6291810.6 mi48$11,030,112$211,250$229,794
62902Carbondale, IL 6290211.3 mi10$4,363,140$459,750$436,314
62915Cambria, IL 6291512.3 mi5$995,165$231,225$199,033
62972Ozark, IL 6297213.1 mi2$518,000$259,000$259,000
62874Orient, IL 6287414.5 mi2$164,800$82,400$82,400
62949Hurst, IL 6294914.8 mi2$201,000$100,500$100,500
62987Stonefort, IL 6298715.8 mi4$1,008,500$219,500$252,125
62890Thompsonville, IL 6289016.3 mi6$1,195,998$149,000$199,333
62856Logan, IL 6285617.0 mi1$55,000$55,000$55,000
62935Galatia, IL 6293517.8 mi5$1,061,875$209,750$212,375

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MARION, IL 62959?

As of July 2026, there are 134 active listings in MARION, IL (zip code 62959), compared to 128 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MARION, IL 62959?

The median listing price in MARION, IL 62959 is $227,000 as of July 2026, a 13.8% decrease from $263,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in MARION, IL 62959 spend an average of 39 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 42 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MARION, IL 62959?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of July 2026, MARION, IL 62959 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 39 days on market compared to 42 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MARION, IL 62959 save an estimated $4,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $227,000. 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.