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PERU, IL 61354

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇩ 5.3% vs 19 last year
Pending
5
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$191,500
⇧ 13.4% vs $168,875 last year
Average Price
$225,217
⇩ 20.7% vs $284,134 last year
Days on Market
141
⇧ 95.8% vs 72 days last year

Market Context

Population: 10,422  ·  Density: 94.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $64,034

Typical home value: $160,301  ·  Homeownership: 74.5%

Market Analysis

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

The PERU, IL real estate market (61354) currently shows 18 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 141 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 141 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 13.4% year-over-year, from $168,875 to $191,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 19 last year
  • Days on market: 141 now vs 72 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $191,500 (+13.4% YoY)
  • Average: $225,217 (-20.7% 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 16.8 miles — 152 listings ($49,036,642 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61354Peru, IL 613540.0 mi18$4,053,906$191,500$225,217
61329Ladd, IL 613294.6 mi3$838,500$279,500$279,500
61316Cedar Point, IL 613165.2 mi1$265,000$265,000$265,000
61348Oglesby, IL 613486.5 mi10$2,625,710$257,000$262,571
61359Seatonville, IL 613596.9 mi2$162,850$81,425$81,425
61373Utica, IL 613739.0 mi7$1,472,219$177,000$210,317
61370Tonica, IL 6137010.2 mi2$397,900$198,950$198,950
61337Malden, IL 6133711.7 mi1$99,500$99,500$99,500
61332Leonore, IL 6133212.8 mi1$149,900$149,900$149,900
61371Triumph, IL 6137113.2 mi1$245,000$245,000$245,000
61350Ottawa, IL 6135014.8 mi72$31,249,008$376,200$434,014
61356Princeton, IL 6135615.6 mi25$5,085,300$189,500$203,412
61560Putnam, IL 6156016.8 mi9$2,391,849$199,950$265,761

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PERU, IL 61354?

As of January 2026, there are 18 active listings in PERU, IL (zip code 61354), compared to 19 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PERU, IL 61354?

The median listing price in PERU, IL 61354 is $191,500 as of January 2026, a 13.4% increase from $168,875 the prior year.

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

Homes in PERU, IL 61354 spend an average of 141 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 72 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PERU, IL 61354?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, PERU, IL 61354 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 141 days on market compared to 72 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PERU, IL 61354 save an estimated $3,830 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $191,500. 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.