The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 62234 sells for about $197,656, or $119 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,000 a month.
ZIP 62234 — Collinsville
The housing market in 62234 remains stable with steady demand for single-family homes, supported by its affordability relative to the broader St. Louis metro area. While inventory remains tight, price growth has moderated compared to previous years, reflecting a balanced market environment.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking affordable, established housing with convenient access to the St. Louis metropolitan area.
Median prices moved up 5.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 11.9% — 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 5.2%/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 3.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 62234, Madison County IL
Crime rates in Collinsville are generally consistent with regional averages for the St. Louis metropolitan area, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Collinsville Community Unit School District 10, which maintains a stable academic reputation within the region.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional wind events; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near regional waterways.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to the St. Louis employment core and local industries, including the unique horseradish production sector and regional retail hubs.
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.
Residents primarily commute via I-55 and I-70, providing direct access to downtown St. Louis, typically within a 20-30 minute drive.
The area features significant historical and outdoor amenities, including the Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site and various local parks and community sports facilities.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from commuters and local workers, with moderate vacancy pressure and a mix of single-family and multi-family offerings.
The local economy is anchored by regional retail, healthcare services, and the specialized agricultural sector, specifically horseradish production.
The area is served by major interstate corridors I-55 and I-70, facilitating regional transit and commuting.
Development is focused on infill residential projects and the maintenance of existing commercial corridors.
Parcels are subject to local school district levies and municipal service taxes.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and standard risk assessments for the Midwest.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau and local ZIP-level reporting.
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.
- Carondelet Park Rec Complex4.317.7 mi
- The Edge4.112.5 mi
- Lemp Mansion4.614.6 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.45.8 mi
- Dogwood Social House O'Fallon IL3.97.8 mi
- Busch Stadium4.812.7 mi
- Enterprise Center4.613.1 mi
- City Museum4.712.8 mi
- The Dome at America's Center4.412.2 mi
- Energizer Park4.813.4 mi
- The Gateway Arch4.712.3 mi
- Busch Stadium4.812.7 mi
- Cahokia Mounds UNESCO World Heritage Site4.75.3 mi
- O'Fallon Family Sports Park4.76.4 mi
- Stifel Theatre4.613 mi
- The Gateway Arch4.712.3 mi
- City Museum4.712.8 mi
- Missouri Botanical Garden4.816.3 mi
- Gateway Arch National Park4.812.3 mi
- Saint Louis Science Center4.616.6 mi
- Gateway Arch National Park4.812.3 mi
- Cahokia Mounds UNESCO World Heritage Site4.75.3 mi
- O'Fallon Family Sports Park4.76.4 mi
- Plummer Family Park4.67.9 mi
- Kiener Plaza Park4.612.5 mi
- Gateway National Golf Links4.59.2 mi
- Far Oaks Golf Club4.24.2 mi
- Stonewolf Golf Club & Event Center4.34.7 mi
- Oak Brook Golf Club4.512.5 mi
- Arlington Greens Golf Course4.23.9 mi
- St. Clair Square4.26.1 mi
- Schnucks Downtown4.112.6 mi
- Rural King4.33.3 mi
- Katie's Pizza & Pasta at Ballpark Village4.412.6 mi
- Kohl's4.26.6 mi
- St. Louis Lambert International Airport4.122.2 mi
- MidAmerica St. Louis Airport4.212.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring ancient earthen mounds.
Includes various community parks and sports fields serving local residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.