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Is Ellsworth, IL 61737 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Ellsworth is a balanced market. With about null months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply—Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list100%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market79Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$154▲ +42.6% vs. last year

The Ellsworth housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Ellsworth, IL 61737 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 79 days. 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 fell from 100%, homes sold more slowly (49 days then) and the median sale price rose 8% to $183,621. Overall, Ellsworth is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Within McLean County, homes here sell more slowly than in 95% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.

Nearby, Arrowsmith 61722 (100% sold over asking) and Shirley 61772 (100% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Nearby markets

Anchor 61720 $124 /sq ftArrowsmith 61722Seller’s market $114 /sq ftBellflower 61724Seller’s market $182 /sq ftBloomington 61701Seller’s market $114 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Ellsworth real estate

How fast do homes sell in Ellsworth?

The typical home went under contract in 79 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Ellsworth sell over asking?

0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.0% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Ellsworth?

About 2.17% of a home’s value a year in McLean County, or roughly $8,680 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Ellsworth?

The median sale price was $183,621 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $154 per square foot.

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