The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 62611 sells for about $260,000, or $125 per square foot.
Prices are up +7.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 33.5 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $900 a month.
ZIP 62611 — Arenzville
The housing market in ZIP 62611 reflects broader trends in the Springfield metro area, characterized by moderate price growth and limited inventory. While the local market remains affordable compared to national averages, sales activity is constrained by the rural nature of the geography. Market conditions are currently stable, driven by steady demand for residential properties in the surrounding county.
This area is best suited for buyers seeking a rural or small-town lifestyle who are comfortable with a commute to the Springfield metro area for major employment and amenities.
Median prices moved up 7.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 1.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
3% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.0% · poverty 3.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 62611, Cass County IL
Not determinable at the ZIP level; regional crime data for the Springfield metro area is generally consistent with mid-sized Midwestern cities.
Schools serving the area are primarily managed by local rural districts, with quality ratings varying by specific attendance zone.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional wind events; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas.
Economic momentum is tied to the broader Springfield metro area, which serves as a regional hub for government, healthcare, and education sectors.
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.
Commuting typically requires personal vehicle use for access to the Springfield employment core, with limited public transit options available.
Local recreation includes access to rural parklands and community-based outdoor spaces, with major shopping and dining concentrated in the Springfield urban area.
The rental market is characterized by limited inventory and stable demand, primarily serving local workers and small-household residents.
The economy is anchored by the Springfield metro area, featuring significant employment in state government, healthcare systems, and regional education.
Transportation is heavily reliant on highway corridors connecting rural Cass County to the Springfield urban center.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and agricultural land preservation.
The Cass County assessment office manages property valuations for tax purposes, following state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-level levies for public services.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather events common in Central Illinois.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
- Morgan County Fairground4.413.3 mi
- Prairieland Heritage Museum4.715 mi
- Buena Vista Farms Inc4.69.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides basic outdoor recreation and community space for residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.