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 | Indiana |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $324,950 | $299,000 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | +2.7% | −0.1% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +0.2% | +13.2% |
| Median days on market | 39 days | 52 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 16.9% | 26.7% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in Illinois ($324,950) is 8.7% higher than in Indiana ($299,000).
- Over the past year, asking prices are up 2.7% in Illinois and down 0.1% in Indiana.
- Homes for sale are 0.2% above a year ago in Illinois, and 13.2% above a year ago in Indiana.
- The typical listing spends 39 days on the market in Illinois, 13 days shorter than in Indiana (52).
- 17% of listings in Illinois have had a price cut, compared with 27% in Indiana.
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (50 states and D.C., September 2026). Statewide figures; individual cities and ZIP codes can differ.