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SHELDON, IL 60966

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Iroquois County
Buyer's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SHELDON, IL real estate market (60966) currently shows 9 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 105 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 105 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 32.7% year-over-year, from $167,000 to $112,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,600  ·  Density: 10.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $45,714

Typical home value: $73,612  ·  Homeownership: 68.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 28.6% vs 7 last year
Pending
2
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$112,450
⇩ 32.7% vs $167,000 last year
Average Price
$168,863
⇩ 22.9% vs $219,050 last year
Days on Market
105
⇧ 50% vs 70 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$110
⇧ 66.7% vs $66/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,686 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 7 last year
  • Days on market: 105 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $112,450 (-32.7% YoY)
  • Average: $168,863 (-22.9% 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 22.5 miles — 156 listings ($29,309,099 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60966Sheldon, IL 609660.0 mi6$1,156,560$69,900$192,760
60974Woodland, IL 609748.3 mi1$120,000$120,000$120,000
60970Watseka, IL 609708.7 mi44$7,299,952$137,450$165,908
60953Milford, IL 6095310.2 mi10$1,239,000$109,900$123,900
60951Martinton, IL 6095114.3 mi5$917,270$182,425$183,454
60912Beaverville, IL 6091215.3 mi2$318,450$159,225$159,225
47948Goodland, IN 4794815.6 mi4$662,000$165,500$165,500
47944Fowler, IN 4794416.5 mi24$5,722,776$232,250$238,449
60942Hoopeston, IL 6094220.1 mi21$2,280,453$108,225$108,593
60938Gilman, IL 6093821.0 mi10$2,195,170$217,400$219,517
60964Saint Anne, IL 6096421.2 mi19$4,529,258$226,750$238,382
47921Boswell, IN 4792121.8 mi3$554,850$184,950$184,950
60911Ashkum, IL 6091122.5 mi7$2,313,360$231,250$330,480

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SHELDON, IL 60966?

As of September 2026, there are 9 active listings in SHELDON, IL (zip code 60966), compared to 7 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SHELDON, IL 60966?

The median listing price in SHELDON, IL 60966 is $112,450 as of September 2026, a 32.7% decrease from $167,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SHELDON, IL 60966 spend an average of 105 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SHELDON, IL 60966?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, SHELDON, IL 60966 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 105 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

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