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* 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 Swansea real estate market, updated for May 2026. *
Swansea’s home values have edged up over the past year, rising about 1.6 percent. That contrasts with St. Clair County overall, where typical values near $195,000 are down roughly 2.5 percent. Local prices are now higher than the county, with a typical home value around $253,500.
In March 2026, sellers were typically asking about $180,000, and homes spent around 42 days on the market. Inventory tightened sharply to just 27 homes, down more than 59 percent from the prior month and about 57 percent lower than a year ago. Roughly one third of listings saw a price drop, yet about 42 percent of recent sales still closed above the list price, and the average sale-to-list ratio hovered near 1.00.
Looking ahead to April 2026, typical home values are projected to move toward $270,250 even as the projected median list price trends down to about $136,525. Inventory may shrink further to around 7 homes, suggesting even fewer options for shoppers than in March. These crosswinds can make it difficult for buyers to gauge value and for sellers to set the right price. In this kind of fast-changing environment, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help finding a local agent who understands Swansea’s numbers and trends.
Swansea offers residents a welcoming blend of small-town charm, convenient amenities, green spaces, and a tight-knit community.
Swansea stands out from nearby Belleville and Fairview Heights with a quieter residential feel paired with quick access to major shopping, medical care, and St. Louis employment centers. Tree lined neighborhoods, established subdivisions, and newer developments give buyers a range of options without sacrificing a small community atmosphere.
Residents enjoy local parks and recreation, from the playgrounds, trails, and sports facilities at Swansea Clinton Hills Conservation Park to the waterslides and pools at Swansea Metro Link Station & Splash Pad. Daily errands are easy with retail and dining along North Illinois Street, while larger destinations like Saint Clair Square in nearby O’Fallon expand shopping choices.
Families are drawn by access to schools in districts such as High Mount School District 116 and Wolf Branch School District 113, along with nearby higher education at Southwestern Illinois College. Commuters value proximity to MetroLink and Interstate 64 for trips into St. Louis.
Whether you are relocating to Swansea for the first time or considering selling to move within the St. Clair County area, timing and preparation matter. Partnering with the right local real estate agent through Agent Pronto helps buyers compete effectively and sellers position their home to capture the strongest offers.
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“Becki from Laura Topp’s team was incredible in helping me purchase my first property, a brick 2-flat in Chicago’s highly competitive north and west side market. Inventory was extremely limited and we toured at least 20 properties throughout the process. Becki was consistently accommodating with her time, prepared detailed reports for every showing and approached each opportunity with a thoughtful strategy. She genuinely treated the search as if she were buying the property for herself. When we finally found the right building, Becki skillfully negotiated with the listing agent and played a major role in getting the deal done while still protecting my interests and keeping the transaction together. The listing agent even praised her professionalism and credited her with helping secure the deal. Throughout closing, she remained diligent, communicative and focused on making sure I understood every step of the process and felt protected as a buyer. I cannot recommend Becki and Laura Topp”
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“We worked with Kim Wirtz for the sale of our home at 732 Teal Drive, and she was outstanding throughout the entire process. She spent numerous days helping us navigate the sale, handled multiple offers professionally, and gave us excellent advice on how to approach the contracts and negotiations. When one deal fell through, she immediately had great strategies for relisting the property, managing contingencies, and getting the house sold quickly again. She truly went above and beyond what most realtors would do. Kim was extremely responsive, always available to answer questions, and did a fantastic job communicating with buyers, agents, and everyone involved in the transaction. Her knowledge, professionalism, and dedication made a stressful process much easier. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.”
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“After a bad experience with another Realtor, Kathy was recommended to me by a friend and I couldn't of been more pleased that I went with the recommendation. Kathy has great attention to detail when it comes to reviewing the home in person and had a very strategic approach in a multiple bid scenario that won my home at a fair market value. She was also extremely responsive at anytime of the day and was always available to answer any questions!!! It was such a relief to have Kathy as my realtor. Truly best in class service!”
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“Our house could be considered high end property in the neighborhood. Cinny worked hard to get it under the contract in a week and sold our house a little over a month. We are happy about the result. During the process, there were ups and downs which made us nervious. Cinny listened to our concerns and gave us professional advice.”
“Heather Bejda was a great help in our relocation from outside Philadelphia, PA to Oswego, IL. Ms. Bejda had great knowledge of the area and market. She provided excellent help, guidence and service. Would strongly recommend contacting Ms. Bejda if you are planning on relocating or purchasing property in the Naperville, IL area.”
“Dayana is the realtor for the buyer looking to purchase in a seller's market. Her expertise was the key to our acquiring the property we now own. From showing us various properties, to continually checking in with us, to putting together a competitive and timely offer, to connecting us with a good attorney, to negotiating the terms of the contract, and otherwise guiding us through the process, Dayana was the best. Thank you Dayana!”
“Shawn is a perfect example of everything a new homeowner could want in a realtor. He's patient, informative and passionate about helping you find the right home. Shawn goes the extra mile in preparing detailed documents on every listing you visit and has a vast knowledge of property pros and cons. You also know you'll get a honest and trustworthy professional at your side when you work with him. I can't recommend Shawn enough!”
“Would use Lizette again, very easy to work with & very professional. Would recommend here 100% to Friends.”
“Robert was wonderful to work with as we navigated buying our first home. He gave us clear direction, was an incredible advocate for us, and prioritized our best interest. He was also extremely communicative and encouraged our questions and feedback. We would recommend him to anyone looking to buy a home!”
“Renee O'Brien was very understanding, helpful, and kind .... knowledgable in the house situation and problem solving to move the sale along swiftly...”
“Before using Jeffry as my agent, I had looked at several homes with 3 other agents for almost a year. Within 2 months of working with Jeffry, we found the home that I had been looking for and was the perfect fit.”
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