“Kim was hands down the best realtor we could have asked for! Buying and selling a home at the same time was stressful, but she made the entire process so much easier. She was always one step ahead, kept us informed, answered every question, and truly had our best interests at heart. When communication with the buyers' agent became difficult, Kim stayed on top of everything, followed up constantly, and worked tirelessly to keep the sale moving forward. Her persistence played a huge role in making sure we didn't lose the deal. Most importantly, we never felt like just another client. Kim genuinely cared about our family and went above and beyond to help us find the home of our dreams. We can't thank her enough and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and caring realtor!”
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Knox County real estate Market Report.
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Monthly Pricing Trends for Knox County
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly Inventory and Sales Activity for Knox County
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jun 2026).
Inventory in Knox County has expanded recently, with active listings up more than 10% from last year and totaling 224 homes in June. Contract activity is solid as homes sold rose about 16% year over year, while pending sales dipped slightly compared with last June, signaling steady but selective buyer demand.
Pricing has adjusted downward, with the typical home value falling nearly 28% from a year ago and the median list price down a more modest 6%. Homes are still moving at a measured pace, as the median days on market increased about 16% annually to 34 days even as months of supply edged down slightly to 2.4, keeping Knox County in seller’s market territory.
Compared with the broader Illinois market, local prices sit well below the state’s median sale price of about $344,000, highlighting Knox County’s relative affordability. Even with only about 23% of homes selling above list and an average sale-to-list ratio near 98%, buyers and sellers are finding room to negotiate, and Agent Pronto can help both sides connect with an agent who understands these conditions.
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Knox County offers residents a welcoming mix of tight-knit communities, abundant outdoor recreation, strong schools, and a thriving local economy that together support a high quality of life.
Knox County pairs small city convenience with wide open space, giving residents practical access to work, school, and everyday amenities. Centered on Galesburg and within reach of Peoria and the Quad Cities, the county offers a manageable commute along I‑74 and key rail routes, making regional travel straightforward.
Daily life is grounded in useful resources. Galesburg’s historic downtown features local dining such as Craft on Seminary Street and cultural stops like the Galesburg Public Library. Families appreciate academic anchors including Knox College and Carl Sandburg College, while area schools and parks support routines that are easy to navigate and budget for.
Outdoor options range from the trails and lake access at Lake Storey Park to events at the Knox County Fairgrounds. Nearby communities such as Peoria and Rock Island County add employment, shopping, and healthcare depth, and day trips to Chicago expand cultural and travel choices. Within the county, neighborhoods in Galesburg and surrounding towns offer a mix of historic homes, newer construction, and rural properties.
Whether you are relocating from across the state or moving across town, local market insight is essential. Agent Pronto connects you with a Knox County real estate professional who understands the schools, commutes, and neighborhood trends, helping both buyers and sellers make confident decisions with less stress.
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“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.”
“Kathy is the best! She is a great communicator and truly represents her clients in all aspects of a property purchase. Kathy helped me purchase a home for myself, as well a condo for my daughter, and everything went so smoothly. I highly recommend Katherine Rubis.”
“Pleasure to work with.”
“Very satisfied customer here. Would highly recommend using Andrew to everyone. He is professional, honest and gets back to you immediately. Did I mention patient? Very patient!”
“Melissa Young is an excellent realtor. I highly recommend her.”
“My family and I were very fortunate to have the support of Brittany during the selling of our condo. She's professional, knowledgeable and personable which minimized the stress of the process for us. I would definitely recommend her services to family and friends! Thank you again Brittany for being apart of this journey with us!!”
“Paula had a very calming, professional presence to her. Paula was on-time, knowledgeable, brought up important points, suggestions and realistic timelines. Home looking is exciting and stressful and a good Agent in my opinion, reels you in a little towards reality. Pumping the brakes. Paula's communication was consistent and accurate and she was there when I needed her. Certainly made the process easier for me and I am happy to have worked with 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!”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Chandra was amazing to work with throughout our home-buying process. She was always responsive, knowledgeable, and patient with all of our questions. She guided us every step of the way and made what could have been a stressful experience feel much easier. We truly appreciated her dedication and support and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!”
“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.”
“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.”
“Heather was very helpful from beginning to end even with the struggles and challenges we gave her.”
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