Active Listings
51
⇩ 17.7% vs 62 last year
Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The STERLING, IL real estate market (61081) currently shows 51 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 30 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 30 days on market compared to 39 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 12.2% year-over-year, from $153,650 to $172,425.
Whether you are buying or selling in STERLING, IL, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 21,138 · Density: 65.6/mi² · Median household income: $57,618
Typical home value: $121,006 · Homeownership: 70.7%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61081 | Sterling, IL 61081 | 0.0 mi | 45 | $10,975,995 | $179,500 | $243,911 |
| 61051 | Milledgeville, IL 61051 | 9.7 mi | 7 | $978,075 | $114,975 | $139,725 |
| 61014 | Chadwick, IL 61014 | 11.9 mi | 3 | $569,775 | $189,925 | $189,925 |
| 61064 | Polo, IL 61064 | 12.6 mi | 11 | $1,801,998 | $162,500 | $163,818 |
| 61042 | Harmon, IL 61042 | 14.1 mi | 1 | $284,900 | $284,900 | $284,900 |
| 61046 | Lanark, IL 61046 | 18.4 mi | 20 | $8,770,340 | $382,000 | $438,517 |
| 61277 | Prophetstown, IL 61277 | 19.4 mi | 9 | $2,317,032 | $189,000 | $257,448 |
| 61285 | Thomson, IL 61285 | 20.1 mi | 8 | $1,858,200 | $214,500 | $232,275 |
| 61054 | Mount Morris, IL 61054 | 20.9 mi | 6 | $1,151,802 | $181,450 | $191,967 |
| 61376 | Walnut, IL 61376 | 22.0 mi | 5 | $662,375 | $132,475 | $132,475 |
| 61310 | Amboy, IL 61310 | 22.4 mi | 6 | $1,177,752 | $183,750 | $196,292 |
| 61250 | Erie, IL 61250 | 22.8 mi | 6 | $1,109,178 | $187,500 | $184,863 |
| 61258 | Hooppole, IL 61258 | 24.1 mi | 2 | $191,500 | $95,750 | $95,750 |
As of April 2026, there are 51 active listings in STERLING, IL (zip code 61081), compared to 62 the prior year.
The median listing price in STERLING, IL 61081 is $172,425 as of April 2026, a 12.2% increase from $153,650 the prior year.
Homes in STERLING, IL 61081 spend an average of 30 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, STERLING, IL 61081 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 30 days on market compared to 39 days last year.
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