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ILLINOIS CITY, IL 61259

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ILLINOIS CITY, IL real estate market (61259) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 162 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 162 days on market compared to 136 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 31.3% year-over-year, from $235,000 to $308,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,379  ·  Density: 6.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $91,080

Typical home value: $211,107  ·  Homeownership: 90.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 80% vs 5 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$308,500
⇧ 31.3% vs $235,000 last year
Average Price
$308,500
⇧ 31.3% vs $235,000 last year
Days on Market
162
⇧ 19.1% vs 136 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$157
⇧ 130.9% vs $68/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,912 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Sale-to-List Price Dynamics

At Original Price
98%
Listings with no price change
Price Reduced
2%
12-Month Price Reduction Trend

Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 162 now vs 136 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $308,500 (+31.3% YoY)
  • Average: $308,500 (+31.3% 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 19.4 miles — 81 listings ($21,800,887 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61259Illinois City, IL 612590.0 mi2$493,000$246,500$246,500
61284Taylor Ridge, IL 612849.3 mi2$899,800$449,900$449,900
61272New Boston, IL 6127210.6 mi1$105,000$105,000$105,000
61232Andalusia, IL 6123210.8 mi2$350,000$175,000$175,000
61279Reynolds, IL 6127911.2 mi1$245,000$245,000$245,000
52747Durant, IA 5274714.5 mi5$1,105,440$231,500$221,088
52778Wilton, IA 5277815.9 mi7$2,745,750$359,500$392,250
61231Aledo, IL 6123116.1 mi20$3,787,860$142,450$189,393
52754Letts, IA 5275416.6 mi1$1,150,000$1,150,000$1,150,000
61264Milan, IL 6126417.3 mi21$6,976,767$157,000$332,227
52720Atalissa, IA 5272018.6 mi1$75,000$75,000$75,000
61263Matherville, IL 6126319.1 mi3$434,700$144,900$144,900
52653Wapello, IA 5265319.4 mi15$3,432,570$199,000$228,838

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ILLINOIS CITY, IL 61259?

As of February 2026, there are 1 active listings in ILLINOIS CITY, IL (zip code 61259), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ILLINOIS CITY, IL 61259?

The median listing price in ILLINOIS CITY, IL 61259 is $308,500 as of February 2026, a 31.3% increase from $235,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ILLINOIS CITY, IL 61259 spend an average of 162 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 136 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ILLINOIS CITY, IL 61259?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, ILLINOIS CITY, IL 61259 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 162 days on market compared to 136 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ILLINOIS CITY, IL 61259 save an estimated $6,170 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $308,500. 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.