Is Johnston City, IL 62951 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Johnston City is a seller’s market. With about 2.1 months of supply and 21% 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 Johnston City housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 21% of homes in Johnston City, IL 62951 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 83 days and there were 2.1 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 14 home sales.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 29%, homes sold more slowly (44 days then) and the median sale price rose 25% to $177,423. Overall, Johnston City is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Williamson County, homes here sell more slowly than in 87% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 50%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Pittsburg 62974 (0% sold over asking) or Hurst 62949 (0% sold over asking), while Carbondale 62902 (38% sold over asking) and Marion 62959 (26% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Johnston City real estate
Is Johnston City a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2.1 months of supply in Johnston City, IL 62951 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 Johnston City?
The typical home went under contract in 83 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Johnston City sell over asking?
21% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 94.2% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Johnston City?
About 1.72% of a home’s value a year in Williamson County, or roughly $6,880 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Johnston City?
The median sale price was $177,423 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $97 per square foot.
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