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LENA, IL 61048

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
8
⇧ 60% vs 5 last year
Pending
3
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$199,900
⇩ 34.7% vs $306,200 last year
Average Price
$225,783
⇩ 30.3% vs $323,733 last year
Days on Market
75
⇩ 19.4% vs 93 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,851  ·  Density: 18.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,313

Typical home value: $158,288  ·  Homeownership: 84.4%

Market Analysis

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

The LENA, IL real estate market (61048) currently shows 8 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 75 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 34.7% year-over-year, from $306,200 to $199,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 8 this year vs 5 last year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 93 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $199,900 (-34.7% YoY)
  • Average: $225,783 (-30.3% 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 22.1 miles — 156 listings ($38,388,013 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61048Lena, IL 610480.0 mi8$1,806,264$199,900$225,783
61062Pearl City, IL 610629.2 mi6$1,500,000$205,000$250,000
61087Warren, IL 6108710.4 mi1$163,975$163,975$163,975
61032Freeport, IL 6103211.3 mi84$14,854,224$169,900$176,836
61060Orangeville, IL 6106012.8 mi3$502,350$167,450$167,450
61018Dakota, IL 6101814.4 mi2$1,148,000$574,000$574,000
61078Shannon, IL 6107816.0 mi5$1,613,900$350,000$322,780
61007Baileyville, IL 6100717.9 mi2$469,800$234,900$234,900
53599Woodford, WI 5359918.2 mi1$125,000$125,000$125,000
61070Rock City, IL 6107018.7 mi1$45,000$45,000$45,000
61046Lanark, IL 6104619.5 mi22$8,885,536$349,450$403,888
53550Juda, WI 5355021.1 mi4$917,800$229,450$229,450
61019Davis, IL 6101922.1 mi17$6,356,164$301,950$373,892

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LENA, IL 61048?

As of January 2026, there are 8 active listings in LENA, IL (zip code 61048), compared to 5 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LENA, IL 61048?

The median listing price in LENA, IL 61048 is $199,900 as of January 2026, a 34.7% decrease from $306,200 the prior year.

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

Homes in LENA, IL 61048 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 93 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LENA, IL 61048?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LENA, IL 61048 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 75 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LENA, IL 61048 save an estimated $3,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $199,900. 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.