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SERENA, IL 60549

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

Market Analysis

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

The SERENA, IL real estate market (60549) currently shows 3 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 184 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 184 days on market compared to 13 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 40.5% year-over-year, from $415,000 to $246,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 691  ·  Density: 11.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $114,063

Typical home value: $300,460  ·  Homeownership: 90.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
3
⇧ 50% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$246,750
⇩ 40.5% vs $415,000 last year
Average Price
$246,750
⇩ 40.5% vs $415,000 last year
Days on Market
184
⇧ 1315.4% vs 13 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$140
⇩ 22.2% vs $180/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,737 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: 184 now vs 13 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $246,750 (-40.5% YoY)
  • Average: $246,750 (-40.5% 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 20.8 miles — 290 listings ($133,910,860 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60549Serena, IL 605490.0 mi3$809,376$301,875$269,792
60537Millington, IL 605378.7 mi1$412,000$412,000$412,000
61350Ottawa, IL 6135010.3 mi86$35,515,764$364,950$412,974
60541Newark, IL 6054111.4 mi7$3,121,244$464,450$445,892
60552Somonauk, IL 6055212.0 mi13$4,680,078$293,675$360,006
60536Millbrook, IL 6053612.3 mi1$1,290,000$1,290,000$1,290,000
61371Triumph, IL 6137114.4 mi1$245,000$245,000$245,000
60545Plano, IL 6054516.8 mi31$11,235,051$345,000$362,421
61325Grand Ridge, IL 6132517.9 mi1$141,900$141,900$141,900
60560Yorkville, IL 6056018.1 mi116$70,076,296$454,000$604,106
61301La Salle, IL 6130118.7 mi26$5,147,350$167,250$197,975
61353Paw Paw, IL 6135319.3 mi3$836,901$245,000$278,967
60511Big Rock, IL 6051120.8 mi1$399,900$399,900$399,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SERENA, IL 60549?

As of April 2026, there are 3 active listings in SERENA, IL (zip code 60549), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SERENA, IL 60549?

The median listing price in SERENA, IL 60549 is $246,750 as of April 2026, a 40.5% decrease from $415,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SERENA, IL 60549 spend an average of 184 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 13 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SERENA, IL 60549?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, SERENA, IL 60549 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 184 days on market compared to 13 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SERENA, IL 60549 save an estimated $4,935 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $246,750. 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.