The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 62671 sells for about $185,500, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +1.2% 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 $858 a month.
ZIP 62671 — New Holland
The housing market in 62671 remains stable with low inventory and modest price appreciation. Demand is driven by local residents and commuters seeking affordability compared to the Springfield metro area, though limited new construction keeps the market tight.
This area is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with affordable housing options while maintaining a manageable commute to Springfield.
Median prices moved up 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a fast-moving 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 5.1% · poverty 5.6% — 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 3.6%/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 3.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 62671, Menard County IL
Crime rates in the region are generally low and stable, consistent with rural Menard County trends compared to the broader Illinois state average.
Schools serving the area are part of the PORTA Community Unit School District, which maintains a stable academic reputation for the rural region.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe thunderstorms and occasional wind events; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near the Sangamon River.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Springfield employment hub, with local infrastructure focused on maintaining rural connectivity and agricultural support services.
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 by private vehicle to Springfield, with typical drive times ranging from 25 to 35 minutes.
Local amenities include access to rural parklands, nearby Sangamon River fishing spots, and community-focused recreational facilities in the surrounding towns.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and steady demand from local workers, with limited short-term rental presence.
The economy is anchored by agriculture and public sector employment in nearby Springfield, with a stable, slow-growth industrial mix.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with access to Illinois Route 123 serving as the primary corridor for regional travel.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential infill and agricultural land preservation.
The Menard County Assessor's office manages property valuations, typically reassessing on a multi-year cycle to reflect market changes.
Parcels are subject to PORTA CUSD 202 school district taxes and local fire protection district levies.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low-to-moderate risk profile for natural disasters.
Net domestic migration in the region has been slightly negative, consistent with broader rural Illinois trends.
Illinois is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process, which typically extends the timeline for lenders.
Illinois law requires sellers to provide a Residential Real Property Disclosure Report detailing the condition of the property's major systems.
Data derived from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables and Menard County profiles.
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.
Local community park providing green space and recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.