Is Fithian, IL 61844 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Fithian is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 100% 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 Fithian housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Fithian, IL 61844 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 31 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 (100% then), homes sold faster (36 days then) and the median sale price fell 25% to $199,913. Overall, Fithian is about as competitive as it was a year ago.
Within Vermilion County, homes here sell faster than in 71% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 94%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Sidell 61876 (0% sold over asking) or Potomac 61865 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Fithian real estate
Is Fithian a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Fithian, IL 61844 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 Fithian?
The typical home went under contract in 31 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Fithian sell over asking?
100% 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 Fithian?
About 1.81% of a home’s value a year in Vermilion County, or roughly $7,240 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Fithian?
The median sale price was $199,913 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $139 per square foot.
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