Is Jacob, IL 62950 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Jacob 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.
The Jacob housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Jacob, IL 62950 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 11 days. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
The median sale price was $194,916, or about $81 per square foot.
Within Jackson County, homes here sell faster, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Ava 62907 (50% sold over asking) and Murphysboro 62966 (17% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Nearby markets
Ava 62907Balanced $94 /sq ftCampbell Hill 62916Buyer’s market $98 /sq ftCarbondale 62901Seller’s market $99 /sq ftCarbondale 62903Seller’s market $106 /sq ft Browse all markets →Where Jacob is
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Questions about Jacob real estate
How fast do homes sell in Jacob?
The typical home went under contract in 11 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Jacob 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 Jacob?
About 1.84% of a home’s value a year in Jackson County, or roughly $7,360 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Jacob?
The median sale price was $194,916 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $81 per square foot.
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