The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 62865 sells for about $153,200, or $73 per square foot.
Homes take about 87 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $625 a month.
ZIP 62865 — Mulkeytown
The housing market in 62865 is characterized by very low inventory and limited sales activity, with a median home value of $154,800. Market data indicates a stable but quiet environment with few active listings and minimal price volatility. Most figures regarding specific tax rates, commute times, and detailed demographic breakdowns are not published at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is suited for budget-conscious buyers and those seeking rural residential options in Franklin County, as it offers a lower cost of living compared to national averages.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 87 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 62865, Franklin County IL
The area is served by the Franklin-Jefferson County Special Education School District, with educational attainment levels showing a high percentage of college attendance despite lower high school graduation rates.
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.
Rentals are primarily 3+ bedroom homes with typical monthly rates between $500 and $749, while 2-bedroom units typically range from $300 to $499.
The local economy is tied to the broader Franklin County region, which features a mix of small-scale businesses and services.
The area is served by the Franklin-Jefferson County Special Education School District.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates via ZIP-Codes.com and UnitedStatesZipCodes.org.
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. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.