Compare two states
Statewide asking prices, inventory and pace side by side. Change either state; the link updates so you can share the comparison.
| Measure, September 2026 | Illinois | Florida |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $324,950 | $409,950 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | +2.7% | −3.5% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +0.2% | −9.6% |
| Median days on market | 39 days | 81 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 16.9% | 20.1% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in Illinois ($324,950) is 20.7% lower than in Florida ($409,950).
- Over the past year, asking prices are up 2.7% in Illinois and down 3.5% in Florida.
- Homes for sale are 0.2% above a year ago in Illinois, and 9.6% below a year ago in Florida.
- The typical listing spends 39 days on the market in Illinois, 42 days shorter than in Florida (81).
- 17% of listings in Illinois have had a price cut, compared with 20% in Florida.
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (50 states and D.C., September 2026). Statewide figures; individual cities and ZIP codes can differ.