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NEW BOSTON, IL 61272

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

Market Analysis

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

The NEW BOSTON, IL real estate market (61272) currently shows 4 active listings. Homes are averaging 34 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 34 days on market compared to 20 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12% year-over-year, from $175,000 to $154,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,357  ·  Density: 5.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $57,083

Typical home value: $111,572  ·  Homeownership: 84.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
vs 4 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$154,000
⇩ 12% vs $175,000 last year
Average Price
$154,067
⇩ 8.5% vs $168,300 last year
Days on Market
34
⇧ 70% vs 20 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$102
⇩ 14.3% vs $119/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,044 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 34 now vs 20 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $154,000 (-12% YoY)
  • Average: $154,067 (-8.5% 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 22.9 miles — 62 listings ($16,032,162 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61272New Boston, IL 612720.0 mi2$319,500$159,750$159,750
52749Fruitland, IA 527499.3 mi1$269,900$269,900$269,900
52752Grandview, IA 527529.7 mi1$229,000$229,000$229,000
61442Keithsburg, IL 6144211.0 mi2$77,500$38,750$38,750
52754Letts, IA 5275413.7 mi1$1,150,000$1,150,000$1,150,000
61231Aledo, IL 6123115.1 mi17$3,540,913$178,650$208,289
61284Taylor Ridge, IL 6128416.8 mi3$1,019,700$339,900$339,900
52640Morning Sun, IA 5264017.7 mi4$644,000$161,000$161,000
52738Columbus Junction, IA 5273819.4 mi11$3,323,397$214,900$302,127
52728Buffalo, IA 5272820.7 mi4$300,452$75,113$75,113
52726Blue Grass, IA 5272621.0 mi12$4,549,200$302,450$379,100
61263Matherville, IL 6126321.3 mi3$494,700$164,900$164,900
61276Preemption, IL 6127622.9 mi1$113,900$113,900$113,900

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEW BOSTON, IL 61272?

As of March 2026, there are 4 active listings in NEW BOSTON, IL (zip code 61272), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEW BOSTON, IL 61272?

The median listing price in NEW BOSTON, IL 61272 is $154,000 as of March 2026, a 12% decrease from $175,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEW BOSTON, IL 61272 spend an average of 34 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 20 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEW BOSTON, IL 61272?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, NEW BOSTON, IL 61272 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 34 days on market compared to 20 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEW BOSTON, IL 61272 save an estimated $3,080 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $154,000. 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.