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Is Bradford, IL 61421 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Bradford is a buyer’s market. With about 12.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply12.8Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list99.9%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list104%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market7Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$208▲ +249.9% vs. last year

The Bradford housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Bradford, IL 61421 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 7 days and there were 12.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. 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 rose from 0%, homes sold faster (104 days then) and the median sale price rose 300% to $259,888. Overall, Bradford is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Wyoming 61491 (0% sold over asking) or Toulon 61483 (0% sold over asking).

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Nearby markets

La Fayette 61449Seller’s market $84 /sq ftToulon 61483Buyer’s market $110 /sq ftWyoming 61491Seller’s market $75 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Bradford real estate

Is Bradford a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 12.8 months of supply in Bradford, IL 61421 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 Bradford?

The typical home went under contract in 7 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Bradford sell over asking?

100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 104.0% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Bradford?

About 1.69% of a home’s value a year in Stark County, or roughly $6,760 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Bradford?

The median sale price was $259,888 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $208 per square foot.

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