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FAIRBURY, IL 61739

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇩ 33.3% vs 9 last year
Pending
3
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$165,000
⇩ 27.6% vs $227,825 last year
Average Price
$328,725
⇧ 24.3% vs $264,494 last year
Days on Market
93
⇧ 14.8% vs 81 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The FAIRBURY, IL real estate market (61739) currently shows 6 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 93 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 93 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 27.6% year-over-year, from $227,825 to $165,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 93 now vs 81 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $165,000 (-27.6% YoY)
  • Average: $328,725 (+24.3% 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 22.5 miles — 43 listings ($10,583,414 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
61739Fairbury, IL 617390.0 mi6$1,972,350$165,000$328,725
61731Cropsey, IL 617318.6 mi1$310,000$310,000$310,000
61775Strawn, IL 617759.7 mi2$734,500$367,250$367,250
61769Saunemin, IL 6176912.0 mi1$83,750$83,750$83,750
61728Colfax, IL 6172812.3 mi4$1,062,668$212,500$265,667
60929Cullom, IL 6092915.4 mi1$200,000$200,000$200,000
60959Piper City, IL 6095918.0 mi3$299,250$99,750$99,750
60460Odell, IL 6046018.4 mi4$2,291,120$305,000$572,780
60962Roberts, IL 6096219.2 mi4$319,800$79,950$79,950
60936Gibson City, IL 6093620.4 mi9$2,002,374$259,000$222,486
61740Flanagan, IL 6174020.9 mi6$1,129,602$174,900$188,267
61776Towanda, IL 6177621.4 mi0$0$175,000$175,000
61319Cornell, IL 6131922.5 mi2$178,000$89,000$89,000

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 6 active listings in FAIRBURY, IL (zip code 61739), compared to 9 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in FAIRBURY, IL 61739 is $165,000 as of January 2026, a 27.6% decrease from $227,825 the prior year.

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

Homes in FAIRBURY, IL 61739 spend an average of 93 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 81 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 January 2026, FAIRBURY, IL 61739 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 93 days on market compared to 81 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 $3,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $165,000. 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.