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RAPIDS CITY, IL 61278

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

Market Analysis

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

The RAPIDS CITY, IL real estate market (61278) currently shows 1 active listings. Homes are averaging 360 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 360 days on market compared to 8 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 18.9% year-over-year, from $529,250 to $429,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 657  ·  Density: 163.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $84,167

Typical home value: $241,434  ·  Homeownership: 91.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
1
⇩ 75% vs 4 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$429,000
⇩ 18.9% vs $529,250 last year
Average Price
$429,000
⇩ 21% vs $542,900 last year
Days on Market
360
⇧ 4400% vs 8 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$253
⇧ 34.6% vs $188/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,696 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 1 this year vs 4 last year
  • Days on market: 360 now vs 8 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $429,000 (-18.9% YoY)
  • Average: $429,000 (-21% 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 14.7 miles — 474 listings ($120,989,622 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61278Rapids City, IL 612780.0 mi1$429,000$429,000$429,000
61256Hampton, IL 612563.4 mi5$876,850$147,075$175,370
52767Pleasant Valley, IA 527674.3 mi3$553,500$184,500$184,500
61257Hillsdale, IL 612576.2 mi2$720,000$360,000$360,000
61241Colona, IL 612416.4 mi20$4,007,840$233,500$200,392
61282Silvis, IL 612826.8 mi15$4,570,500$307,945$304,700
52807Davenport, IA 528079.3 mi44$19,613,352$412,995$445,758
52803Davenport, IA 5280311.5 mi90$13,574,160$134,450$150,824
61254Geneseo, IL 6125412.4 mi30$12,159,480$227,500$405,316
52748Eldridge, IA 5274812.6 mi65$23,936,055$372,014$368,247
52730Camanche, IA 5273013.4 mi15$3,723,405$232,850$248,227
61201Rock Island, IL 6120114.0 mi122$18,405,652$129,950$150,866
52806Davenport, IA 5280614.7 mi62$18,419,828$274,675$297,094

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RAPIDS CITY, IL 61278?

As of March 2026, there are 1 active listings in RAPIDS CITY, IL (zip code 61278), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RAPIDS CITY, IL 61278?

The median listing price in RAPIDS CITY, IL 61278 is $429,000 as of March 2026, a 18.9% decrease from $529,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in RAPIDS CITY, IL 61278 spend an average of 360 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 8 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RAPIDS CITY, IL 61278?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, RAPIDS CITY, IL 61278 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 360 days on market compared to 8 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RAPIDS CITY, IL 61278 save an estimated $8,580 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $429,000. 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.