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TAMMS, IL 62988

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Alexander County
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The TAMMS, IL real estate market (62988) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 174 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 174 days on market compared to 149 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 112.5% year-over-year, from $211,750 to $450,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,141  ·  Density: 6.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $45,729

Typical home value: $79,212  ·  Homeownership: 85.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇩ 33.3% vs 3 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$450,000
⇧ 112.5% vs $211,750 last year
Average Price
$450,000
⇧ 88.5% vs $238,733 last year
Days on Market
174
⇧ 16.8% vs 149 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$209
⇧ 31.4% vs $159/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,150 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 174 now vs 149 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $450,000 (+112.5% YoY)
  • Average: $450,000 (+88.5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 22.2 miles — 85 listings ($21,360,854 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
62988Tamms, IL 629880.0 mi2$580,000$290,000$290,000
62969Olive Branch, IL 629696.2 mi1$55,000$55,000$55,000
62992Ullin, IL 629928.4 mi1$105,000$105,000$105,000
62957McClure, IL 629579.1 mi8$519,200$59,900$64,900
63780Scott City, MO 6378011.9 mi19$6,889,400$171,700$362,600
62952Jonesboro, IL 6295213.2 mi12$3,374,256$228,250$281,188
62914Cairo, IL 6291414.2 mi2$61,500$30,750$30,750
62906Anna, IL 6290616.7 mi24$7,326,480$215,000$305,270
42024Barlow, KY 4202417.4 mi3$547,350$182,450$182,450
42056La Center, KY 4205619.1 mi4$1,053,068$250,000$263,267
62998Wolf Lake, IL 6299821.3 mi2$124,000$62,000$62,000
63740Chaffee, MO 6374021.8 mi5$709,800$134,900$141,960
63882Wyatt, MO 6388222.2 mi2$15,800$7,900$7,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in TAMMS, IL 62988?

As of February 2026, there are 2 active listings in TAMMS, IL (zip code 62988), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in TAMMS, IL 62988?

The median listing price in TAMMS, IL 62988 is $450,000 as of February 2026, a 112.5% increase from $211,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in TAMMS, IL?

Homes in TAMMS, IL 62988 spend an average of 174 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 149 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in TAMMS, IL 62988?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, TAMMS, IL 62988 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 174 days on market compared to 149 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in TAMMS, IL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in TAMMS, IL 62988 save an estimated $9,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $450,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.