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ROCKFORD, IL 61102

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 61102

Brewster Heights · Central Terrace · Champion Hills · Coreys Bluff · Grant View Heights · Hickory Creek · HOPE VI · Lincolnwood Estates · Lindskolds Subdivision · Motor Heights · Mutimer Subdivision · River District · River Oaks · South Rock · West Rockford · Woodcrest

Market Analysis

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

The ROCKFORD, IL real estate market (61102) currently shows 30 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 57 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 57 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 11.7% year-over-year, from $129,250 to $144,375.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 16,875  ·  Density: 191.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $41,097

Typical home value: $89,417  ·  Homeownership: 60.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
30
⇧ 36.4% vs 22 last year
Pending
16
53% pending ratio
Median Price
$144,375
⇧ 11.7% vs $129,250 last year
Average Price
$197,643
⇧ 20.9% vs $163,420 last year
Days on Market
57
⇧ 62.9% vs 35 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$109
⇧ 3.8% vs $105/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,302 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 30 this year vs 22 last year
  • Days on market: 57 now vs 35 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $144,375 (+11.7% YoY)
  • Average: $197,643 (+20.9% 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 16.4 miles — 400 listings ($111,936,956 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61102Rockford, IL 611020.0 mi35$7,611,345$219,900$217,467
61088Winnebago, IL 610885.8 mi15$4,726,470$287,000$315,098
61101Rockford, IL 611017.4 mi45$8,438,175$145,000$187,515
61108Rockford, IL 611088.1 mi48$9,704,448$186,950$202,176
61107Rockford, IL 611078.6 mi63$23,234,211$240,000$368,797
61103Rockford, IL 611038.8 mi46$12,330,760$214,900$268,060
61111Loves Park, IL 6111110.7 mi57$14,741,967$220,000$258,631
61115Machesney Park, IL 6111511.3 mi48$11,101,824$234,950$231,288
61052Monroe Center, IL 6105211.5 mi3$1,467,000$489,000$489,000
61047Leaf River, IL 6104713.4 mi3$1,327,350$442,450$442,450
61073Roscoe, IL 6107315.8 mi33$15,423,606$462,456$467,382
61039German Valley, IL 6103916.1 mi3$1,479,900$559,900$493,300
61015Chana, IL 6101516.4 mi1$349,900$349,900$349,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ROCKFORD, IL 61102?

As of February 2026, there are 30 active listings in ROCKFORD, IL (zip code 61102), compared to 22 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ROCKFORD, IL 61102?

The median listing price in ROCKFORD, IL 61102 is $144,375 as of February 2026, a 11.7% increase from $129,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in ROCKFORD, IL 61102 spend an average of 57 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 35 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ROCKFORD, IL 61102?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, ROCKFORD, IL 61102 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 57 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ROCKFORD, IL 61102 save an estimated $2,888 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $144,375. 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.