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ROCKFORD, IL 61101

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 61101

Auburn · Downtown · Mulberry Forest · North Rockford · Nottingham Manor · River District · St Paul's Place · West Rockford

Market Analysis

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

The ROCKFORD, IL real estate market (61101) currently shows 34 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 30 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 30 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 41.7% year-over-year, from $225,000 to $131,200.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,481  ·  Density: 190.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $45,363

Typical home value: $83,719  ·  Homeownership: 52.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
34
⇩ 30.6% vs 49 last year
Pending
13
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$131,200
⇩ 41.7% vs $225,000 last year
Average Price
$173,605
⇩ 9.2% vs $191,149 last year
Days on Market
30
⇩ 21.1% vs 38 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$109
⇩ 20.4% vs $137/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,319 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 34 this year vs 49 last year
  • Days on market: 30 now vs 38 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $131,200 (-41.7% YoY)
  • Average: $173,605 (-9.2% 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 16.9 miles — 263 listings ($80,918,361 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61101Rockford, IL 611010.0 mi45$8,382,150$120,000$186,270
61115Machesney Park, IL 611156.3 mi41$9,375,511$240,000$228,671
61088Winnebago, IL 610887.2 mi15$4,664,505$263,700$310,967
61102Rockford, IL 611027.4 mi30$5,929,290$144,375$197,643
61079Shirland, IL 610798.2 mi1$210,000$210,000$210,000
61114Rockford, IL 611148.3 mi29$8,123,625$261,150$280,125
61073Roscoe, IL 610739.9 mi45$19,550,745$379,400$434,461
61063Pecatonica, IL 6106310.3 mi6$2,648,880$357,500$441,480
61011Caledonia, IL 6101112.5 mi9$5,687,028$546,232$631,892
61016Cherry Valley, IL 6101614.1 mi14$4,411,456$318,725$315,104
61019Davis, IL 6101915.1 mi19$7,312,815$304,900$384,885
61084Stillman Valley, IL 6108415.3 mi7$4,042,556$602,500$577,508
61067Ridott, IL 6106716.9 mi2$579,800$289,900$289,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ROCKFORD, IL 61101?

As of March 2026, there are 34 active listings in ROCKFORD, IL (zip code 61101), compared to 49 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ROCKFORD, IL 61101?

The median listing price in ROCKFORD, IL 61101 is $131,200 as of March 2026, a 41.7% decrease from $225,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ROCKFORD, IL 61101 spend an average of 30 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 38 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ROCKFORD, IL 61101?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ROCKFORD, IL 61101 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 15 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 30 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ROCKFORD, IL 61101 save an estimated $2,624 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $131,200. 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.