Clay City, IL, Real Estate

Clay City, Illinois, is a small village in Clay County with a population of around 817 as of 2025, known for its quiet, suburban-rural charm and conservative community. Named after Kentucky statesman Henry Clay, the village was established in 1855 near the O&M Railroad, evolving into a trading hub for local farmers. Located near the Little Wabash River, it has a rich history tied to early settlers like Solomon Harter Mueller, who built a farm and mill in the early 1800s, and later thrived with the discovery of oil in 1936, which continues to support local businesses.

Clay City currently has 2 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $149,500 and 6 lots for sale with an average list price of $3,540,391.67. The average annual property tax for Clay City is $1,747.03.

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New Homes For Sale This Week in Clay City: February 27th to March 5th

New Homes For Sale This Week in Clay City: February 27th to March 5th - March 6, 2026

Clay City had only 1 new home for sale during the week of Friday, February 27 to Thursday, March 5, including and it was a single family home for sale ... continue reading
New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in Clay City: February 21st to February 27th

New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in Clay City: February 21st to February 27th - February 28, 2026

Clay City had only 1 new home for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, February 21 to Friday, February 27, and ... continue reading
Homes Just Sold in Clay City: February 3rd to February 9th

Homes Just Sold in Clay City: February 3rd to February 9th - February 10, 2026

Clay City had only 1 sale during the week of Tuesday, February 3 to Monday, February 9, including and it was a single family home for sale with a list ... continue reading
Homes Just Sold in Clay City: January 27th to February 2nd

Homes Just Sold in Clay City: January 27th to February 2nd - February 3, 2026

Clay City had only 1 sale during the week of Tuesday, January 27 to Monday, February 2, including and it was a single family home for sale with a list ... continue reading
Homes Just Sold in Clay City: December 16th to December 22nd

Homes Just Sold in Clay City: December 16th to December 22nd - December 23, 2025

Clay City had only 1 sale during the week of Tuesday, December 16 to Monday, December 22, including and it was a single family home for sale with a list ... continue reading
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