Is Atkinson, IL 61235 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Atkinson is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Atkinson housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Atkinson, IL 61235 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 47 days and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 1 sale, 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 faster (71 days then) and the median sale price fell 19% to $141,939. Overall, Atkinson is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within Henry County, homes here sell more slowly than in 91% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Alpha 61413 (67% sold over asking) and Andover 61233 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Alpha 61413Seller’s market $104 /sq ftAndover 61233Seller’s market $91 /sq ftAnnawan 61234Seller’s market $92 /sq ftCambridge 61238Balanced $106 /sq ft Browse all markets →Towns like Atkinson nearby
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Questions about Atkinson real estate
Is Atkinson a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Atkinson, IL 61235 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Atkinson?
The typical home went under contract in 47 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Atkinson sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 95.3% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Atkinson?
About 1.99% of a home’s value a year in Henry County, or roughly $7,960 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Atkinson?
The median sale price was $141,939 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $67 per square foot.
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