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FORRESTON, IL 61030

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Ogle County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇩ 42.9% vs 7 last year
Pending
2
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$170,950
⇩ 14.5% vs $199,900 last year
Average Price
$170,950
⇩ 33.8% vs $258,100 last year
Days on Market
76
⇩ 2.6% vs 78 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,292  ·  Density: 14.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,696

Typical home value: $135,834  ·  Homeownership: 84.6%

Market Analysis

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

The FORRESTON, IL real estate market (61030) currently shows 4 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 76 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 76 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.5% year-over-year, from $199,900 to $170,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 7 last year
  • Days on market: 76 now vs 78 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $170,950 (-14.5% YoY)
  • Average: $170,950 (-33.8% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 21.7 miles — 69 listings ($19,855,407 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61030Forreston, IL 610300.0 mi4$683,800$170,950$170,950
61078Shannon, IL 610788.1 mi5$1,613,900$350,000$322,780
61064Polo, IL 610648.7 mi9$1,631,187$155,000$181,243
61047Leaf River, IL 6104710.2 mi3$1,327,350$442,450$442,450
61051Milledgeville, IL 6105112.8 mi8$1,118,400$127,450$139,800
61067Ridott, IL 6106714.3 mi2$599,800$299,900$299,900
61062Pearl City, IL 6106216.1 mi6$1,500,000$205,000$250,000
61013Cedarville, IL 6101318.1 mi2$429,800$214,900$214,900
61063Pecatonica, IL 6106318.4 mi10$4,389,600$360,000$438,960
61053Mount Carroll, IL 6105320.2 mi7$661,500$94,500$94,500
61084Stillman Valley, IL 6108420.5 mi10$4,402,170$412,450$440,217
61018Dakota, IL 6101820.8 mi2$1,148,000$574,000$574,000
61015Chana, IL 6101521.7 mi1$349,900$349,900$349,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORRESTON, IL 61030?

As of January 2026, there are 4 active listings in FORRESTON, IL (zip code 61030), compared to 7 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORRESTON, IL 61030?

The median listing price in FORRESTON, IL 61030 is $170,950 as of January 2026, a 14.5% decrease from $199,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORRESTON, IL 61030 spend an average of 76 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 78 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORRESTON, IL 61030?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FORRESTON, IL 61030 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 76 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORRESTON, IL 61030 save an estimated $3,419 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $170,950. 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.