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VIOLA, IL 61486

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Mercer County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
5
⇧ 150% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$150,833
⇩ 35.8% vs $234,950 last year
Average Price
$156,642
⇩ 33.3% vs $234,950 last year
Days on Market
71
⇧ 73.2% vs 41 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,450  ·  Density: 12.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $70,000

Typical home value: $119,045  ·  Homeownership: 88.1%

Market Analysis

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

The VIOLA, IL real estate market (61486) currently shows 5 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 35.8% year-over-year, from $234,950 to $150,833.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 5 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $150,833 (-35.8% YoY)
  • Average: $156,642 (-33.3% 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 19.2 miles — 70 listings ($15,343,837 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61486Viola, IL 614860.0 mi5$783,210$150,833$156,642
61465New Windsor, IL 614655.7 mi4$502,000$88,500$125,500
61231Aledo, IL 612317.7 mi20$3,787,860$142,450$189,393
61276Preemption, IL 612768.3 mi1$114,400$114,400$114,400
61413Alpha, IL 6141310.6 mi5$693,000$149,500$138,600
61279Reynolds, IL 6127912.0 mi1$245,000$245,000$245,000
61264Milan, IL 6126414.0 mi21$6,976,767$157,000$332,227
61476Seaton, IL 6147615.2 mi3$225,000$75,000$75,000
61490Woodhull, IL 6149016.2 mi4$759,800$200,000$189,950
61233Andover, IL 6123316.3 mi2$694,500$347,250$347,250
61439Henderson, IL 6143916.5 mi1$135,000$135,000$135,000
61488Wataga, IL 6148817.6 mi2$364,800$182,400$182,400
61442Keithsburg, IL 6144219.2 mi1$62,500$62,500$62,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in VIOLA, IL 61486?

As of January 2026, there are 5 active listings in VIOLA, IL (zip code 61486), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in VIOLA, IL 61486?

The median listing price in VIOLA, IL 61486 is $150,833 as of January 2026, a 35.8% decrease from $234,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in VIOLA, IL 61486 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in VIOLA, IL 61486?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, VIOLA, IL 61486 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in VIOLA, IL 61486 save an estimated $3,017 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $150,833. 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.