Is Sheldon, IL 60966 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Sheldon is a buyer’s market. With about 11.2 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Sheldon housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Sheldon, IL 60966 sold above their list price and there were 11.2 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (128 days then) and the median sale price fell 27% to $69,970. Overall, Sheldon is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Iroquois County, homes here sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Buckley 60918 (50% sold over asking) and Milford 60953 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Ashkum 60911Seller’s market $91 /sq ftBeaverville 60912 — /sq ftBuckley 60918Buyer’s market $78 /sq ftCissna Park 60924Balanced $94 /sq ft Browse all markets →Towns like Sheldon nearby
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Questions about Sheldon real estate
Is Sheldon a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 11.2 months of supply in Sheldon, IL 60966 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
Do homes in Sheldon sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 84.0% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Sheldon?
About 1.82% of a home’s value a year in Iroquois County, or roughly $7,280 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Sheldon?
The median sale price was $69,970 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $63 per square foot.
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