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SIMPSON, IL 62985

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Pope County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SIMPSON, IL real estate market (62985) currently shows 6 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 69 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 69 days on market compared to 164 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 186.6% year-over-year, from $149,000 to $427,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 998  ·  Density: 5.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $74,375

Typical home value: $124,725  ·  Homeownership: 96.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇧ 200% vs 2 last year
Pending
3
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$427,000
⇧ 186.6% vs $149,000 last year
Average Price
$447,833
⇧ 202.2% vs $148,167 last year
Days on Market
69
⇩ 57.9% vs 164 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$200
⇧ 73.9% vs $115/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,822 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 69 now vs 164 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $427,000 (+186.6% YoY)
  • Average: $447,833 (+202.2% 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
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 26.1 miles — 117 listings ($27,128,179 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62985Simpson, IL 629850.0 mi5$2,308,085$441,500$461,617
62943Grantsburg, IL 629438.3 mi1$440,000$440,000$440,000
62938Golconda, IL 629389.8 mi11$2,342,208$172,500$212,928
62995Vienna, IL 6299511.1 mi15$4,946,130$241,725$329,742
62947Herod, IL 6294715.2 mi2$229,800$114,900$114,900
62960Metropolis, IL 6296016.8 mi53$8,625,061$151,975$162,737
62982Rosiclare, IL 6298218.3 mi6$472,560$60,975$78,760
62912Buncombe, IL 6291219.2 mi7$2,040,500$165,000$291,500
62941Grand Chain, IL 6294122.0 mi3$651,075$204,450$217,025
62931Elizabethtown, IL 6293122.8 mi6$1,923,960$230,000$320,660
62910Brookport, IL 6291023.2 mi4$443,800$134,675$110,950
42028Burna, KY 4202825.0 mi2$455,000$227,500$227,500
42078Salem, KY 4207826.1 mi2$2,250,000$1,125,000$1,125,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SIMPSON, IL 62985?

As of March 2026, there are 6 active listings in SIMPSON, IL (zip code 62985), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SIMPSON, IL 62985?

The median listing price in SIMPSON, IL 62985 is $427,000 as of March 2026, a 186.6% increase from $149,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SIMPSON, IL 62985 spend an average of 69 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 164 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SIMPSON, IL 62985?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SIMPSON, IL 62985 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 69 days on market compared to 164 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SIMPSON, IL 62985 save an estimated $8,540 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $427,000. 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.