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ROCKFORD, IL 61109

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
38
⇩ 2.6% vs 39 last year
Pending
14
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$195,000
⇩ 12.3% vs $222,400 last year
Average Price
$203,634
⇩ 26.3% vs $276,311 last year
Days on Market
59
⇧ 11.3% vs 53 days last year

Market Context

Population: 26,382  ·  Density: 264.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,242

Typical home value: $123,978  ·  Homeownership: 64.0%

Market Analysis

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

The ROCKFORD, IL real estate market (61109) currently shows 38 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 59 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.3% year-over-year, from $222,400 to $195,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 38 this year vs 39 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $195,000 (-12.3% YoY)
  • Average: $203,634 (-26.3% 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 17.0 miles — 327 listings ($84,803,690 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61109Rockford, IL 611090.0 mi38$7,738,092$195,000$203,634
61108Rockford, IL 611085.1 mi48$9,704,448$186,950$202,176
61102Rockford, IL 611025.8 mi35$7,611,345$219,900$217,467
61052Monroe Center, IL 610526.2 mi3$1,467,000$489,000$489,000
61084Stillman Valley, IL 610848.6 mi10$4,402,170$412,450$440,217
61043Holcomb, IL 610439.1 mi1$229,900$229,900$229,900
61103Rockford, IL 6110310.7 mi46$12,330,760$214,900$268,060
61101Rockford, IL 6110111.1 mi45$8,438,175$145,000$187,515
61088Winnebago, IL 6108811.6 mi15$4,726,470$287,000$315,098
61115Machesney Park, IL 6111511.9 mi48$11,101,824$234,950$231,288
61015Chana, IL 6101515.6 mi1$349,900$349,900$349,900
61073Roscoe, IL 6107316.3 mi33$15,423,606$462,456$467,382
61038Garden Prairie, IL 6103817.0 mi4$1,280,000$320,000$320,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ROCKFORD, IL 61109?

As of January 2026, there are 38 active listings in ROCKFORD, IL (zip code 61109), compared to 39 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ROCKFORD, IL 61109?

The median listing price in ROCKFORD, IL 61109 is $195,000 as of January 2026, a 12.3% decrease from $222,400 the prior year.

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

Homes in ROCKFORD, IL 61109 spend an average of 59 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ROCKFORD, IL 61109?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ROCKFORD, IL 61109 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 59 days on market compared to 53 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 61109 save an estimated $3,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $195,000. 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.