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GERMAN VALLEY, IL 61039

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The GERMAN VALLEY, IL real estate market (61039) currently shows 3 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 126 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 126 days on market compared to 12 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 20.3% year-over-year, from $375,000 to $451,175.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 829  ·  Density: 11.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $84,167

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 78.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇧ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$451,175
⇧ 20.3% vs $375,000 last year
Average Price
$417,875
⇧ 11.4% vs $375,000 last year
Days on Market
126
⇧ 950% vs 12 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$179
⇧ 27.9% vs $140/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,923 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 3 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 126 now vs 12 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $451,175 (+20.3% YoY)
  • Average: $417,875 (+11.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.2 miles — 180 listings ($42,865,820 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61039German Valley, IL 610390.0 mi3$1,479,900$559,900$493,300
61007Baileyville, IL 610076.3 mi2$469,800$234,900$234,900
61030Forreston, IL 610308.8 mi4$683,800$170,950$170,950
61054Mount Morris, IL 6105410.6 mi7$1,113,000$159,000$159,000
61010Byron, IL 6101011.5 mi13$3,867,162$335,658$297,474
61078Shannon, IL 6107813.7 mi5$1,613,900$350,000$322,780
61013Cedarville, IL 6101314.4 mi2$429,800$214,900$214,900
61084Stillman Valley, IL 6108415.7 mi10$4,402,170$412,450$440,217
61102Rockford, IL 6110216.1 mi35$7,611,345$219,900$217,467
61019Davis, IL 6101916.4 mi17$6,356,164$301,950$373,892
61101Rockford, IL 6110118.7 mi45$8,438,175$145,000$187,515
61062Pearl City, IL 6106219.3 mi6$1,500,000$205,000$250,000
61104Rockford, IL 6110420.2 mi31$4,900,604$145,500$158,084

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GERMAN VALLEY, IL 61039?

As of February 2026, there are 3 active listings in GERMAN VALLEY, IL (zip code 61039), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GERMAN VALLEY, IL 61039?

The median listing price in GERMAN VALLEY, IL 61039 is $451,175 as of February 2026, a 20.3% increase from $375,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in GERMAN VALLEY, IL?

Homes in GERMAN VALLEY, IL 61039 spend an average of 126 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 12 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GERMAN VALLEY, IL 61039?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, GERMAN VALLEY, IL 61039 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 126 days on market compared to 12 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in GERMAN VALLEY, IL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GERMAN VALLEY, IL 61039 save an estimated $9,024 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $451,175. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.