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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 Champaign County real estate market. *
August 2026
Monthly data for the latest available year.
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 (Aug 2026).
Inventory in Champaign County has inched up, with active listings rising slightly from last month and sitting modestly above last year. New listings have pulled back year over year, while pending sales are down sharply over the same period. Closed sales, however, are up compared with last August, showing that deals are still getting done even as fewer homes go under contract.
Prices are adjusting to these shifting conditions. The typical home value is down noticeably from a year ago and has slipped from July, yet the median list price is still well above last year, suggesting sellers are testing higher asking prices even as sale prices ease. Homes are taking a bit longer to sell than both last month and last year, and months of supply has climbed from early summer levels, though it is slightly below the statewide figure in Ohio.
Conditions overall still tilt toward sellers, with a seller’s market reading and an average sale-to-list ratio just under 100 percent. A little under a quarter of recent sales closed above asking, and a significant share of homes left the market within two weeks, indicating well-priced properties can move quickly. With inventory, pricing, and timing all moving in different directions, buyers and sellers in Champaign County can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a local agent who understands the latest trends.
Champaign County offers residents a welcoming, community‑oriented lifestyle with affordable living, abundant outdoor recreation, strong schools, and a supportive network of local businesses and services that make everyday life fulfilling.
Champaign County offers a distinctly rural yet connected feel compared with nearby metro options like Columbus and Dayton. Wide-open farmland surrounds small communities such as Urbana, Mechanicsburg, and St. Paris, creating a slower pace that still keeps you within reasonable reach of major employers and regional amenities.
Daily life centers on community. The historic downtown Urbana features local dining and events, with venues like Cafe Paradiso and Monument Square District drawing residents together. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the Simon Kenton Trail, Kiser Lake State Park, and numerous township parks that provide fishing, biking, and weekend picnics. Families value local schools such as Urbana City Schools and Mechanicsburg Exempted Village Schools, and many residents engage with community programs through the Champaign Family YMCA.
Housing includes historic homes near downtown streets, newer subdivisions, and country properties with acreage. Sellers benefit from buyers who are actively seeking more space and a close-knit setting, while buyers find a range of price points compared with higher-cost neighboring markets.
Whether you are preparing to list a long-time family home or planning a move into the county, timing and preparation matter in this evolving market. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with a real estate professional who understands Champaign County’s unique communities and can help you move confidently to your next chapter.
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