The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 61951 sells for about $168,000, or $105 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 65 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $825 a month.
ZIP 61951 — Sullivan
The housing market in 61951 remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is supported by local employment stability, though the market is constrained by a limited supply of available homes.
This area is well-suited for families and retirees seeking a quiet, affordable small-town lifestyle with proximity to outdoor recreation at Lake Shelbyville.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 65 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.7% · poverty 7.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 61951, Moultrie County IL
Crime rates in the area are generally low and stable, consistently ranking below the national average for similar-sized rural communities.
Schools serving the area are part of the Sullivan Community Unit School District, which maintains a solid reputation for academic performance and community engagement.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near local waterways, with standard insurance coverage typically sufficient.
Economic momentum is driven by local agricultural support services and small-scale manufacturing, with steady infrastructure maintenance provided by the county.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Illinois) — Property Tax Assessment (Fair Cash Value): Property is assessed at 33 1/3% of its fair cash value. The tax bill is calculated by multiplying the equalized assessed value (EAV) by the aggregate tax rate of the local taxing districts.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with most residents traveling to nearby employment hubs in Decatur or Mattoon via state highways.
The area features access to Sullivan Marina and Campground at Lake Shelbyville, offering extensive boating, fishing, and hiking opportunities.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and limited inventory, with demand primarily driven by local workforce needs.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, manufacturing, and regional healthcare services.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with major access provided by Illinois Route 32 and Route 121.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing municipal infrastructure.
The Moultrie County Assessor manages property valuations based on a three-year rolling average of sales data.
Parcels are subject to levies from the Sullivan Community Unit School District and local fire protection districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though coverage for wind and hail damage remains a standard consideration for homeowners.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Dam West Beach4.616.3 mi
- The Little Theatre On The Square4.80.6 mi
- Aikman Wildlife Adventure4.612 mi
- The Great Pumpkin Patch4.68.1 mi
- Wolf Creek State Park4.69.7 mi
- Eagle Creek State Recreation Area4.69.6 mi
- Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area4.62.9 mi
- Two Story Outhouse4.511.2 mi
- Aikman Wildlife Adventure4.612 mi
- Wolf Creek State Park4.69.7 mi
- Eagle Creek State Recreation Area4.69.6 mi
- Shelbyville State Fish and Wildlife Area4.62.9 mi
- Lithia Springs Marina4.614.6 mi
- Findlay Marina4.58.2 mi
- Sullivan Marina & Campground4.74.4 mi
- Lake Mattoon, Marina & Campgrounds - City of Mattoon, Illinois4.518.2 mi
- Defense Depot4.812.2 mi
- Country Salvage Store4.712.4 mi
- Shady Crest Farm Market4.89.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major reservoir offering boating, fishing, and camping.
Provides boat slips and water-based recreation access.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.