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FENTON, IL 61251

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The FENTON, IL real estate market (61251) currently shows 2 active listings, with 1 pending sales.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has fallen 14.3% year-over-year, from $525,000 to $449,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 382  ·  Density: 8.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,125

Typical home value: $170,776  ·  Homeownership: 89.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
2
⇧ 100% vs 1 last year
Pending
1
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$449,900
⇩ 14.3% vs $525,000 last year
Average Price
$449,900
⇩ 14.3% vs $525,000 last year
Days on Market
⇩ 100% vs 54 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$185
⇩ 14.4% vs $216/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,426 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 2 this year vs 1 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $449,900 (-14.3% YoY)
  • Average: $449,900 (-14.3% 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
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 21.0 miles — 109 listings ($34,061,041 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61251Fenton, IL 612510.0 mi2$684,900$342,450$342,450
61230Albany, IL 612307.3 mi8$1,258,160$159,900$157,270
61261Lyndon, IL 612618.3 mi2$378,900$189,450$189,450
61242Cordova, IL 6124210.8 mi4$1,152,000$260,000$288,000
61257Hillsdale, IL 6125712.3 mi2$720,000$360,000$360,000
61275Port Byron, IL 6127514.6 mi4$4,833,452$532,500$1,208,363
61258Hooppole, IL 6125816.5 mi2$191,500$95,750$95,750
61283Tampico, IL 6128317.5 mi1$84,900$84,900$84,900
52753Le Claire, IA 5275317.9 mi33$14,892,339$380,853$451,283
52758McCausland, IA 5275819.0 mi1$296,000$296,000$296,000
61071Rock Falls, IL 6107119.2 mi25$4,684,200$165,675$187,368
61256Hampton, IL 6125620.6 mi5$876,850$147,075$175,370
61241Colona, IL 6124121.0 mi20$4,007,840$233,500$200,392

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FENTON, IL 61251?

As of March 2026, there are 2 active listings in FENTON, IL (zip code 61251), compared to 1 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FENTON, IL 61251?

The median listing price in FENTON, IL 61251 is $449,900 as of March 2026, a 14.3% decrease from $525,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in FENTON, IL 61251 spend an average of 0 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 54 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FENTON, IL 61251?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, FENTON, IL 61251 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FENTON, IL 61251 save an estimated $8,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $449,900. 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.