Is Hampton, IL 61256 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Hampton is a seller’s market. With about 1.6 months of supply and 10% 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 Hampton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 10% of homes in Hampton, IL 61256 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 23 days and there were 1.6 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 10 home sales.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 60%, homes sold faster (50 days then) and the median sale price fell 27% to $233,649. Overall, Hampton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Rock Island County, homes here sell more slowly than in 79% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 93%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Cordova 61242 (0% sold over asking), while Rapids City 61278 (100% sold over asking) and Carbon Cliff 61239 (67% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Hampton real estate
Is Hampton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 1.6 months of supply in Hampton, IL 61256 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 Hampton?
The typical home went under contract in 23 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Hampton sell over asking?
10% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 95.7% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Hampton?
About 2.28% of a home’s value a year in Rock Island County, or roughly $9,120 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Hampton?
The median sale price was $233,649 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $157 per square foot.
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