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WATSEKA, IL 60970

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

Market Analysis

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

The WATSEKA, IL real estate market (60970) currently shows 45 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 117 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 117 days on market compared to 106 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.4% year-over-year, from $147,400 to $135,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 6,025  ·  Density: 18.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $51,483

Typical home value: $105,666  ·  Homeownership: 75.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
45
⇧ 55.2% vs 29 last year
Pending
14
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$135,000
⇩ 8.4% vs $147,400 last year
Average Price
$163,925
⇧ 1.8% vs $161,050 last year
Days on Market
117
⇧ 10.4% vs 106 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$92
vs $92/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,506 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 45 this year vs 29 last year
  • Days on market: 117 now vs 106 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $135,000 (-8.4% YoY)
  • Average: $163,925 (+1.8% 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 21.0 miles — 105 listings ($21,199,682 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60970Watseka, IL 609700.0 mi44$7,299,952$137,450$165,908
60928Crescent City, IL 609286.6 mi4$1,019,600$254,900$254,900
60966Sheldon, IL 609668.7 mi6$1,156,560$69,900$192,760
60953Milford, IL 6095311.6 mi10$1,239,000$109,900$123,900
60938Gilman, IL 6093812.8 mi10$2,195,170$217,400$219,517
60930Danforth, IL 6093014.0 mi2$1,434,900$717,450$717,450
60912Beaverville, IL 6091214.4 mi2$318,450$159,225$159,225
60927Clifton, IL 6092715.6 mi3$787,200$262,400$262,400
47942Earl Park, IN 4794217.0 mi5$1,191,900$199,000$238,380
60924Cissna Park, IL 6092417.8 mi6$1,166,700$190,950$194,450
60910Aroma Park, IL 6091019.1 mi3$795,000$265,000$265,000
60918Buckley, IL 6091820.3 mi4$828,268$176,200$207,067
47922Brook, IN 4792221.0 mi6$1,766,982$172,500$294,497

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WATSEKA, IL 60970?

As of March 2026, there are 45 active listings in WATSEKA, IL (zip code 60970), compared to 29 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WATSEKA, IL 60970?

The median listing price in WATSEKA, IL 60970 is $135,000 as of March 2026, a 8.4% decrease from $147,400 the prior year.

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

Homes in WATSEKA, IL 60970 spend an average of 117 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 106 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WATSEKA, IL 60970?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WATSEKA, IL 60970 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 117 days on market compared to 106 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WATSEKA, IL 60970 save an estimated $2,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $135,000. 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.