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Is Stronghurst, IL 61480 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Stronghurst is a buyer’s market. With about 6.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply6.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list88.4%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market48Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$81▼ −16.9% vs. last year

The Stronghurst housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Stronghurst, IL 61480 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 48 days and there were 6.4 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 (31 days then) and the median sale price fell 39% to $84,963. Overall, Stronghurst is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Nearby, Oquawka 61469 (40% sold over asking) is even more competitive.

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Questions about Stronghurst real estate

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

A buyer’s market: there were 6.4 months of supply in Stronghurst, IL 61480 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 Stronghurst?

The typical home went under contract in 48 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Stronghurst sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 88.4% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Stronghurst?

About 1.58% of a home’s value a year in Henderson County, or roughly $6,320 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Stronghurst?

The median sale price was $84,963 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $81 per square foot.

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