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MURPHYSBORO, IL 62966

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Jackson County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The MURPHYSBORO, IL real estate market (62966) currently shows 58 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 104 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 taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.3% year-over-year, from $154,750 to $144,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 14,198  ·  Density: 49.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,648

Typical home value: $112,890  ·  Homeownership: 62.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
58
⇧ 11.5% vs 52 last year
Pending
25
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$144,950
⇩ 6.3% vs $154,750 last year
Average Price
$215,855
⇧ 3% vs $209,622 last year
Days on Market
104
⇧ 141.9% vs 43 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$99
⇧ 16.5% vs $85/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,784 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 58 this year vs 52 last year
  • Days on market: 104 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $144,950 (-6.3% YoY)
  • Average: $215,855 (+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 18.1 miles — 120 listings ($26,975,691 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62966Murphysboro, IL 629660.0 mi59$12,457,909$119,675$211,151
62903Carbondale, IL 629037.9 mi6$1,420,560$262,500$236,760
62975Pomona, IL 629758.8 mi1$295,000$295,000$295,000
62907Ava, IL 6290710.4 mi1$422,000$422,000$422,000
62932Elkville, IL 6293211.8 mi5$437,125$90,875$87,425
62915Cambria, IL 6291512.6 mi5$995,165$231,225$199,033
62905Alto Pass, IL 6290513.5 mi3$717,375$193,475$239,125
62902Carbondale, IL 6290214.6 mi10$4,363,140$459,750$436,314
63748Frohna, MO 6374815.9 mi3$989,700$329,900$329,900
62983Royalton, IL 6298316.1 mi6$1,163,298$138,375$193,883
62916Campbell Hill, IL 6291616.6 mi1$639,900$639,900$639,900
62832Du Quoin, IL 6283217.5 mi19$2,764,519$83,500$145,501
62933Energy, IL 6293318.1 mi1$310,000$310,000$310,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MURPHYSBORO, IL 62966?

As of April 2026, there are 58 active listings in MURPHYSBORO, IL (zip code 62966), compared to 52 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MURPHYSBORO, IL 62966?

The median listing price in MURPHYSBORO, IL 62966 is $144,950 as of April 2026, a 6.3% decrease from $154,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in MURPHYSBORO, IL 62966 spend an average of 104 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MURPHYSBORO, IL 62966?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, MURPHYSBORO, IL 62966 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 104 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MURPHYSBORO, IL 62966 save an estimated $2,899 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $144,950. 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.