Collinsville is a mid-sized community of roughly 25,000 residents in Illinois, with a moderate price point relative to the national picture.
| State | Illinois |
|---|---|
| Population | 25,000 |
| Median home value | $225,000 |
| Active listings | 50 |
| Median across Illinois communities we track | $355,000 |
The Collinsville housing market
At $225,000, the median home value runs roughly 37% below the median of the 117 communities we track in Illinois, which is usually where the better value sits.
Roughly 50 active listings at last count. That is enough to compare alternatives but not enough to be casual about a property you actually want.
Buying in Collinsville
This is the price band where financing choice matters most. The spread between an FHA loan with lifetime mortgage insurance and a conventional loan with cancellable PMI compounds into real money over a decade.
Before you make an offer, work out what the monthly payment actually looks like at this price level. Our mortgage calculator includes property tax, insurance, and mortgage insurance rather than just principal and interest, and the affordability calculator solves backwards from your income to a purchase price a lender would support. If you are weighing a purchase against continuing to rent, the rent vs buy calculator accounts for transaction costs on both ends.
Investing in Collinsville
For rental investors, the questions here are rent-to-price ratio, the property tax burden, insurance cost, and the depth of the tenant pool at this population size. Underwrite with honest vacancy, management, maintenance, and capital reserves rather than rent minus mortgage — see our cash flow calculator and the rental underwriting guide. Verify short-term rental rules with the municipality before assuming any STR strategy will be permitted.
Nearby communities in Illinois
- Belvidere, IL
- Carbondale, IL
- Elmwood Park, IL
- Melrose Park, IL
- Batavia, IL
- Harvey, IL
- Kankakee, IL
- Maywood, IL
Frequently asked questions
What is the median home value in Collinsville, IL?
The median home value in Collinsville is approximately $225,000. At $225,000, the median home value runs roughly 37% below the median of the 117 communities we track in Illinois, which is usually where the better value sits. Values move with the market and vary widely by neighborhood, condition, and lot — treat this as a starting point and verify against recent closed sales before pricing an offer.
How many homes are for sale in Collinsville?
There were roughly 50 active listings at last count. Roughly 50 active listings at last count. That is enough to compare alternatives but not enough to be casual about a property you actually want.
What should I know before buying in Collinsville?
This is the price band where financing choice matters most. The spread between an FHA loan with lifetime mortgage insurance and a conventional loan with cancellable PMI compounds into real money over a decade. Beyond the property itself, confirm the property tax rate and any exemptions with the county assessor, and get an insurance quote before you are under contract — both vary far more by location than buyers expect. Our Illinois state guide covers closing practice and property law.