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GALENA, IL 61036

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Jo Daviess County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
87
⇩ 10.3% vs 97 last year
Pending
21
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$310,000
⇩ 11.4% vs $349,975 last year
Average Price
$414,425
⇩ 6.7% vs $444,172 last year
Days on Market
124
⇧ 9.7% vs 113 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,796  ·  Density: 27.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $75,412

Typical home value: $250,583  ·  Homeownership: 79.5%

Market Analysis

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

The GALENA, IL real estate market (61036) currently shows 87 active listings, with 21 pending sales. Homes are averaging 124 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 124 days on market compared to 113 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.4% year-over-year, from $349,975 to $310,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 87 this year vs 97 last year
  • Days on market: 124 now vs 113 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $310,000 (-11.4% YoY)
  • Average: $414,425 (-6.7% 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 24.3 miles — 190 listings ($78,479,182 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61036Galena, IL 610360.0 mi87$36,054,975$310,000$414,425
61025East Dubuque, IL 610259.0 mi9$2,967,174$359,000$329,686
53811Hazel Green, WI 5381110.1 mi1$492,450$492,450$492,450
52031Bellevue, IA 5203112.5 mi11$3,341,173$276,250$303,743
53807Cuba City, WI 5380713.9 mi7$2,710,750$385,000$387,250
61001Apple River, IL 6100114.4 mi6$2,603,580$399,750$433,930
53812Kieler, WI 5381215.4 mi1$289,000$289,000$289,000
53808Dickeyville, WI 5380818.1 mi4$940,000$235,000$235,000
52002Dubuque, IA 5200220.4 mi30$21,439,170$485,000$714,639
61087Warren, IL 6108721.1 mi1$163,975$163,975$163,975
53510Belmont, WI 5351022.7 mi7$2,244,207$319,995$320,601
53818Platteville, WI 5381823.3 mi10$3,089,560$327,500$308,956
61074Savanna, IL 6107424.3 mi16$2,143,168$84,900$133,948

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GALENA, IL 61036?

As of January 2026, there are 87 active listings in GALENA, IL (zip code 61036), compared to 97 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GALENA, IL 61036?

The median listing price in GALENA, IL 61036 is $310,000 as of January 2026, a 11.4% decrease from $349,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in GALENA, IL 61036 spend an average of 124 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 113 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GALENA, IL 61036?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GALENA, IL 61036 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 124 days on market compared to 113 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GALENA, IL 61036 save an estimated $6,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $310,000. 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.