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 | Kentucky | Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Median listing price | $307,775 | $324,950 |
| Asking price vs. a year ago | −0.7% | +2.7% |
| Homes for sale vs. a year ago | +14.8% | +0.2% |
| Median days on market | 55 days | 39 days |
| Listings with a price cut | 22.6% | 16.9% |
The differences in plain English
- The median asking price in Kentucky ($307,775) is 5.3% lower than in Illinois ($324,950).
- Over the past year, asking prices are down 0.7% in Kentucky and up 2.7% in Illinois.
- Homes for sale are 14.8% above a year ago in Kentucky, and 0.2% above a year ago in Illinois.
- The typical listing spends 55 days on the market in Kentucky, 16 days longer than in Illinois (39).
- 23% of listings in Kentucky have had a price cut, compared with 17% in Illinois.
Source: Realtor.com® Economic Research (50 states and D.C., September 2026). Statewide figures; individual cities and ZIP codes can differ.