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Centralia real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Centralia real estate market. *

Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot

Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026

Median sale price
$125K
+22% from Q1 '26
Median list price
$126K
+50% from Q1 '26
Active listings
79
+1.3% from Q1 '26
Homes sold
34
+26% from Q1 '26
New pendings
47
+38% from Q1 '26
New listings
47
+38% from Q1 '26

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Centralia

Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.

Quarterly Pricing Trends for Centralia Q2 '21 Q2 '22 Q2 '23 Q2 '24 Q2 '25 Q1 '26 Median sale price in Apr 2021 - Jun 2021: $81K Median sale price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $85K Median sale price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $89K Median sale price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $88K Median sale price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $85K Median sale price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $93K Median sale price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $71K Median sale price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $87K Median sale price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $110K Median sale price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $89K Median sale price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $98K Median sale price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $78K Median sale price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $65K Median sale price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $103K Median sale price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $78K Median sale price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $106K Median sale price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $105K Median sale price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $115K Median sale price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $92K Median sale price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $102K Median list price in Apr 2021 - Jun 2021: $87K Median list price in Jul 2021 - Sep 2021: $94K Median list price in Oct 2021 - Dec 2021: $94K Median list price in Jan 2022 - Mar 2022: $90K Median list price in Apr 2022 - Jun 2022: $90K Median list price in Jul 2022 - Sep 2022: $90K Median list price in Oct 2022 - Dec 2022: $70K Median list price in Jan 2023 - Mar 2023: $100K Median list price in Apr 2023 - Jun 2023: $99K Median list price in Jul 2023 - Sep 2023: $80K Median list price in Oct 2023 - Dec 2023: $125K Median list price in Jan 2024 - Mar 2024: $80K Median list price in Apr 2024 - Jun 2024: $89K Median list price in Jul 2024 - Sep 2024: $103K Median list price in Oct 2024 - Dec 2024: $96K Median list price in Jan 2025 - Mar 2025: $106K Median list price in Apr 2025 - Jun 2025: $112K Median list price in Jul 2025 - Sep 2025: $115K Median list price in Oct 2025 - Dec 2025: $149K Median list price in Jan 2026 - Mar 2026: $85K Apr 2021 - Jun 2021 Median sale price $81K Median list price $87K Jul 2021 - Sep 2021 Median sale price $85K Median list price $94K Oct 2021 - Dec 2021 Median sale price $89K Median list price $94K Jan 2022 - Mar 2022 Median sale price $88K Median list price $90K Apr 2022 - Jun 2022 Median sale price $85K Median list price $90K Jul 2022 - Sep 2022 Median sale price $93K Median list price $90K Oct 2022 - Dec 2022 Median sale price $71K Median list price $70K Jan 2023 - Mar 2023 Median sale price $87K Median list price $100K Apr 2023 - Jun 2023 Median sale price $110K Median list price $99K Jul 2023 - Sep 2023 Median sale price $89K Median list price $80K Oct 2023 - Dec 2023 Median sale price $98K Median list price $125K Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 Median sale price $78K Median list price $80K Apr 2024 - Jun 2024 Median sale price $65K Median list price $89K Jul 2024 - Sep 2024 Median sale price $103K Median list price $103K Oct 2024 - Dec 2024 Median sale price $78K Median list price $96K Jan 2025 - Mar 2025 Median sale price $106K Median list price $106K Apr 2025 - Jun 2025 Median sale price $105K Median list price $112K Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 Median sale price $115K Median list price $115K Oct 2025 - Dec 2025 Median sale price $92K Median list price $149K Jan 2026 - Mar 2026 Median sale price $102K Median list price $85K
Median sale price
Median list price
* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.
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Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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25
50
75
100

Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Mar 2026 - May 2026).

Centralia currently leans toward sellers, with the local gauge pointing to a seller’s market. Months of supply sit at 3.6, suggesting inventory is limited but not extremely tight. A relatively low share of homes selling above list, at about 15 percent, shows that pricing power is present but not overheated.

Viewed over a rolling three-month period through May 2026, prices have risen notably compared with a year earlier. The typical home value is up roughly 25 percent year over year, indicating stronger buyer demand for available homes. Activity has also picked up, with homes sold increasing about 9 percent and pending sales climbing more than 48 percent from the same time last year.

Time on market and listing trends add more context to conditions on the ground. The median days on market over this three-month window is 46 days, shorter than many prior periods in the historical record and consistent with sellers finding buyers more quickly. Active listings are up about 14 percent year over year, so buyers do have more options even as demand accelerates. With these mixed signals of rising prices, faster sales, and gradually expanding inventory, both buyers and sellers in Centralia can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding an agent who understands the nuances of this market.



Learn more about what Centralia has to offer.

Centralia offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with small-town charm, ample outdoor recreation, strong schools, and convenient access to local shops and cultural events.

Centralia stands out from nearby communities like Mount Vernon and Salem with its strong rail heritage, tight community ties, and a downtown that still functions as a true local hub. Residents appreciate the balance of small city amenities and a cost of living that makes homeownership realistic for first time buyers and long term residents alike.

Local life often revolves around shared spaces. Families gather at Fairview Park for playgrounds, ballfields, and seasonal events, while Foundation Park offers trails, lakes, and outdoor concerts that draw people from neighboring Clinton County. The Centralia Cultural Society supports theater, music, and visual arts, giving the area an active creative scene that is rare for a city of this size.

Education and services are another point of pride. Families look to Centralia High School and nearby Kaskaskia College for strong academic and vocational options, while the Centralia Regional Library and Centralia Recreation Complex provide year round programs for all ages.

Whether you are a long time resident planning to upsize or downsize, or moving from O’Fallon or Belleville for a change of pace, timing and preparation are crucial in Centralia’s evolving market. Agent Pronto can connect you with a real estate professional who understands local trends, helping both buyers and sellers make confident, well timed decisions.

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“Kim was excellent, answered all my calls or texts promptly! If it was not part of her job she advised me who to contact ! Absolutely the Best”

Robert Klinski · Burbank, IL

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Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
“Excellent working with Mike McCatty highly recommend him and his services,thanks again Mike McCatty.”

Chester Zielinski · Frankfort, IL

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Century 21 Circle
“Originally we were referred by our first lender and we could not have been more fortunate to work with Vicky and Sam. They were professional and realistic regarding our home search. We had not purchased a home in a very long time and Vicky was patient and understanding and was so attentive. avidly referred us to our second lender (the first was not communicative) and it was wonderful. Overall the whole experience was great! Thank you for helping us find our dream home!”

Christina · Channahon, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“Laura is Amazing!”

Stephen Brady · Chicago, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices
“Working with Tracy to buy our home was a great experience and she was always available and communicative even as we navigated some difficult parts of the negotiation with the seller. She was personally at every visit and even at the inspection and closing, going way above and beyond my expectations and previous experiences with buying agents. Thanks to her we found a home for our family and while we don't plan to buy in the near future I'd be happy to work with her again and again. Thanks Tracy!”

Ian Miller · Westmont, IL

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Compass
“Steven was very helpful, knowledgeable, passionate, and most importantly he met all of my needs! I will definitely use him for all of my future home purchases in the near future. Thanks again Steven, he's definitely a ROCK STAR! I can't wait to work with him in the near future. Betty Ng”

Betty Ng · Matteson, IL

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RE/MAX Suburban
“Meldina is an expert in the local market and an exceptional negotiator. Her professionalism, communication, and dedication exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend her!”

Lola Mandic · Johnsburg, IL

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Century 21 Dream Homes
“Lisa Buskirk-Inman was absolutely wonderful to work with. She came to our home to make signing the paperwork easy since my husband is having health issues and is not easily able to get around right now. She gave us peace of mind knowing everything was taken care of and explained everything we were signing.”

Rinda Durham · Bartonville, IL

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MoveSmart Realty
“Barb was 1/20 realtors who was willing to work with me in the beginning over 9 years ago. This is when I first purchased my home. I was cheap buyer. It went without saying I was going to be using her for the sale of the home 9 years later. She handled the hurdles flawlessly and talked me through and coached me the entire way. To say I appreciate her is an understatement. I sold my home after we relocated it of state and she coordinated every logistic of that sale on my behalf to he best of her ability. I recommend her without fail and would point every person in her direction that has a need for a solid realtor.”

Robin Ross · Joliet, IL

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RE/MAX Remax Ultimate Professionals
“Kathy fought a lot of uphill battles for us and despite hurdles at every turn (with prospective buyer) she pushed on and was able to secure our sale. I can't thank her enough for the amount of work she put in.”

Hayden Johnson · Naperville, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Chicago
“It was a joy to work with Kathryn she was able to answer every question I had, her knowledge goes a long way and I will definitely recommend her to friends and family.”

Tasha Faust · Oswego, IL

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Century 21 Affiliated
“Brittany is an AMAZING realtor and I don't say that lightly. She goes above and beyond to make sure that we are getting everything that we asked for and more. If you are looking for a realtor that goes out of her way to make sure her clients needs are met, you have found your realtor! I could not put into words how happy I am!”

Lola · Wheaton, IL

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Compass
“It was a pleasure to work with Robert, he paid a lot of attention to our expectations and preferences, and he is strong in negotiating.”

Anna Tishchenko · Crystal Lake, IL

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Keller Williams Platinum Partners
“Working with Emir is always a pleasure. He was very helpful in coordinating work on our house for sale, working with vendors and providing valuable feedback on neccesary work vs. potential work items unlikely to generate return. We closed sale of house 3 weeks from time of first listing. I'd worked with Emir before and hope to do so again in the future.”

Matt · Chicago, IL

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Owners.com
“Working with Ray was an absolute blessing throughout my home buying journey. He went above and beyond every step of the way, always remaining patient, professional, and supportive through all of the ups and downs that came along the process. No matter the challenge, Ray stayed committed and made sure I felt informed and encouraged the entire time. His dedication, communication, and genuine care truly made a difference, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and hardworking realtor.”

Theresa Davis · Monee, IL

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Real People Realty
“Heather was very helpful from beginning to end even with the struggles and challenges we gave her.”

Spencer · Naperville, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“Melissa Young was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable which was critical for me as a first-time home buyer. She helped me win my very first bid with a strong offer and guided me through challenges with the appraisal process. She sets the bar high and I am so happy with my beautiful first home in Chicago!”

Bryce Campain · Chicago, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago
“To be honest Ralph was the best part of my team. He's a good person and if it wasn't for him I wouldn't know half of what I know about buying a house Thanks Ralph”

Deandre Drew · Sauk Village, IL

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HomeSmart Home Smart Connect Real Estate
“Great experience! Very attentive, honest, and dedicated. Professional, efficient, and easy to work with. Highly recommended!”

Heidy Munoz · Plainfield, IL

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Century 21 Affiliated
“We relocated from an area where we had lived our entire lives, and the prospect of moving to another state can often be quite challenging. However, our experience with Kimberly was exceptionally smooth and seamless. Her expertise, combined with the thoughtful and tailored feedback she provided based on our specific criteria, proved invaluable throughout the entire process. She conducted herself with the utmost professionalism while also making us feel genuinely supported, as though we were family. We would highly recommend her to any prospective buyers or sellers seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate professional.”

Wesley Lowers · Somonauk, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Frequently Asked Questions

There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around Centralia. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.