Is Ozark, IL 62972 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Ozark is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 67% 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 Ozark housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 67% of homes in Ozark, IL 62972 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 40 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 3 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (179 days then) and the median sale price rose 528% to $282,378. Overall, Ozark is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Vienna 62995 (18% sold over asking) or Goreville 62939 (19% sold over asking).
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Questions about Ozark real estate
Is Ozark a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Ozark, IL 62972 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 Ozark?
The typical home went under contract in 40 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Ozark sell over asking?
67% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.2% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Ozark?
About 1.24% of a home’s value a year in Johnson County, or roughly $4,960 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Ozark?
The median sale price was $282,378 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $172 per square foot.
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