Is Pittsburg, IL 62974 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Pittsburg is a balanced market. With about 4.3 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Pittsburg housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Pittsburg, IL 62974 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 53 days and there were 4.3 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. 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 fell from 20%, homes sold more slowly (45 days then) and the median sale price rose 41% to $389,831. Overall, Pittsburg is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Williamson County, homes here sell faster, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Carbondale 62902 (38% sold over asking) and Marion 62959 (26% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Pittsburg real estate
Is Pittsburg a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4.3 months of supply in Pittsburg, IL 62974 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 Pittsburg?
The typical home went under contract in 53 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Pittsburg sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 95.3% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Pittsburg?
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 Pittsburg?
The median sale price was $389,831 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $144 per square foot.
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