“Rose Riodan, did excellently well, always available for phone calls, chat and prompt with emails. Gave great advice and recommendations that supported making informed decisions.”
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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
Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Median sale price
$120K
+17%
from
Q1 '26
Median list price
$124K
+46%
from
Q1 '26
Active listings
86
+10%
from
Q1 '26
Homes sold
39
+44%
from
Q1 '26
New pendings
51
+50%
from
Q1 '26
New listings
42
+24%
from
Q1 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Centralia
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Centralia
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Centralia
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Centralia
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Centralia
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Centralia
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
17
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026 - Jun 2026).
Centralia currently leans toward sellers, with the market gauge signaling a seller’s market. Months of supply have tightened to about 3.3, down sharply from a year ago, indicating fewer options relative to demand. Homes are also moving more quickly than last year, with the median days on market dropping noticeably.
Prices in this rolling three-month view are higher than a year ago, reflecting steady upward pressure. The typical home value is up more than 14 percent year over year, and the median list price has grown by around 10 percent over the same period. Buyer activity has strengthened, with homes sold rising about 44 percent and pending sales jumping nearly 66 percent compared with last year.
Listing activity has not kept pace with demand, as new listings are slightly below last year while active inventory is only modestly higher. Fewer homes are selling above list price than a year ago, and the average sale-to-list ratio has edged down, suggesting buyers still have some room to negotiate even in a seller-leaning environment. With this mix of stronger demand, moderate price growth, and quicker sales, both buyers and sellers in Centralia can benefit from working with Agent Pronto to find an agent who understands these shifting conditions.
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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“We had an amazing experience working with Andrew at Century 21 Circle! From the very beginning, Andrew was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, responsive, and always willing to go above and beyond for us. He was quick to respond to every question and did everything he could to get us into showings, even when we needed to move quickly or work around our schedules. Buying a home can be stressful, but Andrew made the process feel so much easier. We always felt like he had our best interests in mind and genuinely wanted to help us find the right home. We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor and are so grateful for everything he did to help us find our home! If you’re looking for a realtor, we highly recommend Andrew and the team at Century 21 Circle!”
Century 21 Circle
“She was super nice and very attentive of my needs. She was available 24/7. She helped me so much. She would explain everything in detail and was very patient with me. Overall, she was the best. I would 100% suggest her to my friends and families.”
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“Kim was easy to work with. She explained everything very clearly, which was something important to me as a first time seller. Her attention to detail and open communication were greatly appreciated and I highly recommend working with her.”
Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
“Emir is a wonderful agent! His expertise in real estate was great and he was extremely helpful with any questions. He was patient and always responded in a timely manner. I would highly recommend hiring Emir as your agent!”
Owners.com
“Heather was amazing to work with on my recent condo purchase! With her help I was able to meet my needs and deadline to purchase the condo! She is also incredibly helpful in connecting buyers with great people/companies that make the process easy.”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“We've known Brittany for many years and we have had experience working with her in the past. We chose to work with her once more because of our wonderful experience In the past. I would highly recommend her because of her professional approach and her genuine interest to provide the best to her customers.”
Compass
“Paula was fantastic! She was knowledgeable, very responsive, and was able to walk me through the process step-by-step as a first-time seller. Would highly recommend to anyone and everyone!”
Berkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate
“I previously used Jeffry Phillips to sell a house I inherited. It was a very emotional time and he was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable and gave suggestions of things that could be done to the house prior to selling it. Because that experience was so positive and he was so professional I utilized his services when it was time for me to sell my house. When it came time to sell my home, he was professional and extremely knowledgeable about the Garfield Ridge neighborhood. I would highly recommend him to any of my friends family, and neighbors if they are buying or selling a house.”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago
“Katherine Rubis was very patient with me during the year that I was looking for homes. She was always available to discuss our next steps or to show me new listings. Every single part of the process that Katherine handled was very smooth and easy for me. She is an outstanding agent and I will definitely call her when I am in the market to sell or buy a home again. There is nothing else she could have done to make me more satisfied with working with her. I have zero complaints.”
Berkshire Hathaway Chicago
“Vicky knows real estate and has excellent communication skills. She relayed her recommendations and expectations. Her experience expedited the sale of my home. I had a contract in less than two days. She is a hard worker and always available to respond to questions or concerns. I highly recommend her for an agent.”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“We were connected with a realtor immediately and we worked with Mike Neault for almost a year. He was a pleasure to work with, accommodating and helpful.”
Keller Williams- The Real Estate Center of Illinois
“Melissa Young is an excellent realtor. I highly recommend her.”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago
“Laura is Amazing!”
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!”
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”
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!”
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.”
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.”
RE/MAX Remax Ultimate Professionals
“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.”
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