Is Mercer County, IL a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since April 2023
Since last year, Mercer County has remained a Seller's Market.
Housing Prices in Mercer County, IL
How much do homes in Mercer County, IL cost?
Median Sold Price
$142,000
$89/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since April 2023
Summary: The median home sold price in Mercer County was $142,000 in April 2024, up 20.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $89.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
# BEDS# BEDROOMS | Apr 2023 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|---|
1 Bedroom | $29.7K | $32.3K | +8.7% |
2 Bedrooms | $76K | $83K | +9.2% |
3 Bedrooms | $128.9K | $145K | +12.4% |
4 Bedrooms | $195K | $200K | +2.6% |
5+ Bedrooms | $134.5K | $268.9K | +100.0% |
Summary: Mercer County housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 8.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 9.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 12.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 100%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
Mercer County | $117.5K | $142K | +20.9% |
Rock Island County | $133.4K | $148.6K | +11.4% |
Knox County | $99.5K | $106.8K | +7.4% |
Warren County | $93K | $74.4K | -19.9% |
Housing Supply in Mercer County, IL
How many homes are available in Mercer County, IL?
Number of Homes For Sale
Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
51 | 53 | +3.9% |
Summary: The Mercer County real estate market had 53 homes for sale in April 2024, a 3.9% increase compared to March 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
# BEDS# BEDROOMS | Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|---|
1 Bedroom | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
2 Bedrooms | 10 | 12 | +20.0% |
3 Bedrooms | 19 | 20 | +5.3% |
4 Bedrooms | 17 | 16 | -5.9% |
5+ Bedrooms | 4 | 4 | 0.0% |
Summary: The Mercer County housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 20%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 5.3%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 5.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.
Number of Homes Sold
Mar 2024 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
12 | 14 | +16.7% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
10 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
3 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
1 Home Was Sold
Over Asking
Summary: A total of 14 homes were sold or pending in Mercer County in April 2024, up by 16.7% month-over-month. Of the 14 sold homes, 71% were sold under asking, 21% were sold at asking, and 7% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Mercer County, IL
How long does it take to sell a home in Mercer County, IL?
Average Sale Time
Apr 2023 | Apr 2024 | CHANGE |
---|---|---|
38 Days | 64 Days | +67.0% |
Summary: Homes in Mercer County had an average of 64 days on market in Apr 2024, up by 67% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
8 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Summary: During April 2024, 14 homes were sold in Mercer County; 57% of homes were sold within 30 days, 21% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 21% of homes were sold over 90 days.