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SIMPSON, IL 62985

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇧ 66.7% vs 3 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$429,000
⇧ 167.7% vs $160,250 last year
Average Price
$428,740
⇧ 167.5% vs $160,250 last year
Days on Market
66
⇩ 37.1% vs 105 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The SIMPSON, IL real estate market (62985) currently shows 5 active listings. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 66 days on market compared to 105 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 167.7% year-over-year, from $160,250 to $429,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 105 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $429,000 (+167.7% YoY)
  • Average: $428,740 (+167.5% 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 25.5 miles — 119 listings ($31,369,463 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62985Simpson, IL 629850.0 mi5$2,143,700$429,000$428,740
62972Ozark, IL 629728.6 mi2$518,000$259,000$259,000
62987Stonefort, IL 6298710.1 mi3$897,000$299,000$299,000
62922Creal Springs, IL 6292212.7 mi10$2,769,670$199,000$276,967
62917Carrier Mills, IL 6291716.0 mi5$436,050$60,000$87,210
62939Goreville, IL 6293916.9 mi19$6,601,398$352,500$347,442
62946Harrisburg, IL 6294618.5 mi49$7,074,963$119,000$144,387
62912Buncombe, IL 6291219.2 mi7$3,428,600$172,450$489,800
62941Grand Chain, IL 6294122.0 mi3$783,900$239,900$261,300
62965Muddy, IL 6296522.7 mi1$89,900$89,900$89,900
42081Smithland, KY 4208122.9 mi8$3,303,600$375,000$412,950
62934Equality, IL 6293424.5 mi4$2,613,332$90,000$653,333
62926Dongola, IL 6292625.5 mi3$709,350$236,450$236,450

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 5 active listings in SIMPSON, IL (zip code 62985), compared to 3 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in SIMPSON, IL 62985 is $429,000 as of January 2026, a 167.7% increase from $160,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in SIMPSON, IL 62985 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 105 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 January 2026, SIMPSON, IL 62985 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 66 days on market compared to 105 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 $8,580 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $429,000. 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.