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FAIRBURY, IL 61739

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

Market Analysis

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

The FAIRBURY, IL real estate market (61739) currently shows 22 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 33 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 158 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 50.9% year-over-year, from $251,475 to $379,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 4,635  ·  Density: 16.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,143

Typical home value: $153,208  ·  Homeownership: 69.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
22
⇧ 175% vs 8 last year
Pending
9
41% pending ratio
Median Price
$379,500
⇧ 50.9% vs $251,475 last year
Average Price
$344,164
⇧ 31.9% vs $260,846 last year
Days on Market
33
⇩ 79.1% vs 158 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$249
⇧ 120.4% vs $113/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,594 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 22 this year vs 8 last year
  • Days on market: 33 now vs 158 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $379,500 (+50.9% YoY)
  • Average: $344,164 (+31.9% 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 22.5 miles — 35 listings ($7,523,664 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61739Fairbury, IL 617390.0 mi6$1,452,000$242,000$242,000
61731Cropsey, IL 617318.6 mi1$310,000$310,000$310,000
61775Strawn, IL 617759.7 mi2$849,000$424,500$424,500
61769Saunemin, IL 6176912.0 mi1$82,625$82,625$82,625
61728Colfax, IL 6172812.3 mi7$1,325,569$111,175$189,367
60929Cullom, IL 6092915.4 mi1$76,500$76,500$76,500
61730Cooksville, IL 6173017.9 mi1$89,900$89,900$89,900
60952Melvin, IL 6095218.3 mi5$572,270$93,725$114,454
61744Gridley, IL 6174419.0 mi2$378,000$189,000$189,000
61770Saybrook, IL 6177020.3 mi4$651,800$186,000$162,950
60946Kempton, IL 6094620.8 mi2$1,522,000$761,000$761,000
60968Thawville, IL 6096821.3 mi1$50,000$50,000$50,000
61319Cornell, IL 6131922.5 mi2$164,000$82,000$82,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FAIRBURY, IL 61739?

As of June 2026, there are 22 active listings in FAIRBURY, IL (zip code 61739), compared to 8 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FAIRBURY, IL 61739?

The median listing price in FAIRBURY, IL 61739 is $379,500 as of June 2026, a 50.9% increase from $251,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in FAIRBURY, IL 61739 spend an average of 33 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 158 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FAIRBURY, IL 61739?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, FAIRBURY, IL 61739 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 33 days on market compared to 158 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FAIRBURY, IL 61739 save an estimated $7,590 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $379,500. 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.