61543 — Fulton County, Illinois Market Snapshot

Housing market data for zip code 61543 in Fulton County, Illinois. Updated monthly with median prices, days on market, and more.

Data as of October 2023

Limited Sales Data

Only 1 home sold in this ZIP code during the selected period. Statistics may not be representative. See the Fulton County county page for broader data.

Market Sales Data

1 sales in 2023

Source: Redfin

Median Sale Price

$56,000

Closed sales

Days to Sell

12

Median, listing to close

Homes Sold

1

Closed in 2023

Inventory

N/A

Conforming Loan Available

Most homebuyers in 61543 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $56,000 is well below the 2026 conforming loan limit of $832,750, meaning buyers can put as little as 3-5% down without hitting jumbo loan territory.

Market Insights

Market Temperature

61543 is an extremely competitive market with homes selling in just 12 days on average. Buyers need pre-approval letters ready before making offers.

Conforming Loan Feasibility

Most homebuyers in 61543 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $56,000 is well below the 2026 conforming loan limit of $832,750, meaning buyers can put as little as 3-5% down without hitting jumbo loan territory.

Loan limits in 61543 are set at the county level.

2026 Loan Limits — Fulton County

Property Units Conforming Limit FHA Limit
1 Unit$832,750$541,287
2 Units$1,066,250$693,050
3 Units$1,288,800$837,700
4 Units$1,601,750$1,041,125

Affordability Snapshot — Zip 61543

To purchase the median home at $56,000 with 5% down at today's rate of 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment is approximately $579.

Monthly Payment

$579

Income Required

$24,816

Principal & Interest

$345/mo

Down Payment (5%)

$2,800

Based on 30-year fixed at 6.75%, 1.8% property tax, $1,800/yr insurance, 28% DTI guideline.

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Estimated Monthly Payment

$497

Principal & Interest$291
Property Tax$56
Insurance$150
Loan Amount$44,800
Total Interest$59,805
Income Required$21,282/yr

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