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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for August 2026.*
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Hartford real estate market. *
May 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (May 2026 - Jul 2026).
Hartford’s rolling three-month snapshot shows a tight but active market. Active listings are up sharply year over year, rising about 82 percent, yet there are still only 9 homes on the market and just 1.4 months of supply. New listings also climbed roughly 69 percent from a year ago, giving buyers more options than they had last year.
Contract activity has shifted in interesting ways over the past year. Pending sales in this rolling period are more than four times higher than a year ago, while closed sales are flat year over year, suggesting more deals are currently in the pipeline and taking longer to reach the finish line.
Prices have responded to this mix of low inventory and stronger contract flow. The typical home value over the last three months is about 7 percent higher than a year ago, and the median list price is up roughly 67 percent year over year. Homes are generally selling for slightly above asking, with an average sale-to-list ratio a bit over 101 percent and about 57 percent of properties closing above list price, even as days on market have edged up to 33. With Hartford still labeled a seller’s market, both buyers looking for value and sellers aiming to capitalize on demand can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding the right local agent.
Hartford offers residents a welcoming, tight-knit community with convenient amenities, parks, local shops, and opportunities to connect and thrive.
Hartford stands out from nearby river communities like Wood River and Alton with its distinctly small-town pace anchored by industrial roots and Mississippi River history. Residents rely on familiar routines, yet enjoy quick access to regional employers, shopping, and entertainment across Madison County.
Local life often centers on the outdoors. The Lewis & Clark State Historic Site and neighboring Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower highlight the area’s role in early exploration, while nearby Pere Marquette State Park offers hiking, river views, and weekend getaways. Day to day, families make frequent use of Hartford’s parks, ballfields, and the accessible Hartford Public Library for programs and community events.
Commuters appreciate straightforward connections to Granite City, Edwardsville, and the greater St. Louis area, while maintaining a quieter residential feel at home. Housing options tend to be modest and practical, often with larger yards than you will find closer to the urban core, which appeals to first-time buyers and long-term residents alike.
Whether you are preparing to list a longtime family home or hoping to buy before the next market shift, timing and preparation are crucial in Hartford. The right local agent will understand neighborhood-level demand, pricing trends, and how to position your move around work, school, and community life. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with that kind of expertise so you can plan your next step with confidence.
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“We were so impressed with Kim! Her quick responses to questions and calls were much appreciated. Kim and her team were very efficient and professional, also. Her experience helped us to get two offers in two days for an "AS IS" home that needed lots of love. We could count on her, and she came through for us!”
“We worked with Andrew McCatty and he could not have made the process smoother! He was very responsive, prepared, and showcased the house spectacularly - we had an offer in 4 days! Andrew worked with Mike to put together the listing and it was excellent. We had an independent appraisal done before we chose the McCattys and we are so glad we got a second opinion. I cannot recommend them enough!”
“Michelle was exceptional throughout the entire home-buying process! She was always on top of the paperwork, deadlines, and everything we needed to get our purchase completed. Her responsiveness, organization, and attention to detail made the process so much smoother. We truly appreciated all her hard work and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home!”
“Lisa is an amazing and honest lady! She will work with you every step of the way and goes the extra mile! She sold our house in a week and she helped us close quickly on our new house! Very kind,friendly and professional! She's the best.”
“I've worked with Shawn Jones for nearly 10 years. He helped me find my first apartment, and first home after getting married. He is a deeply considerate, caring, and experienced agent. I can't recommend him highly enough.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Melissa Young is an excellent realtor. I highly recommend her.”
“Laura is Amazing!”
“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!”
“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”
“Meldina is an expert in the local market and an exceptional negotiator. Her professionalism, communication, and dedication exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend her!”
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