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Ford County, IL real estate

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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for July 2026.*


* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.

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Ford County real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Ford County real estate market. *

Latest Monthly Snapshot

June 2026

Median sale price
$140K
-6.4% from May '26
Median list price
$163K
+8.7% from May '26
Active listings
75
+14% from May '26
Homes sold
17
+89% from May '26
New pendings
18
-10% from May '26
New listings
27
+108% from May '26

Monthly Pricing Trends for Ford County

Monthly data for the latest available year.

Monthly Pricing Trends for Ford County Jul '25 Sep '25 Nov '25 Jan '26 Mar '26 May '26 Jun '26 Median sale price in July 2025: $136K Median sale price in August 2025: $159K Median sale price in September 2025: $130K Median sale price in October 2025: $148K Median sale price in November 2025: $125K Median sale price in December 2025: $140K Median sale price in January 2026: $138K Median sale price in February 2026: $122K Median sale price in March 2026: $140K Median sale price in April 2026: $145K Median sale price in May 2026: $150K Median sale price in June 2026: $140K Median list price in July 2025: $173K Median list price in August 2025: $143K Median list price in September 2025: $185K Median list price in October 2025: $140K Median list price in November 2025: $139K Median list price in December 2025: $155K Median list price in January 2026: $140K Median list price in February 2026: $99K Median list price in March 2026: $195K Median list price in April 2026: $150K Median list price in May 2026: $150K Median list price in June 2026: $163K July 2025 Median sale price $136K Median list price $173K August 2025 Median sale price $159K Median list price $143K September 2025 Median sale price $130K Median list price $185K October 2025 Median sale price $148K Median list price $140K November 2025 Median sale price $125K Median list price $139K December 2025 Median sale price $140K Median list price $155K January 2026 Median sale price $138K Median list price $140K February 2026 Median sale price $122K Median list price $99K March 2026 Median sale price $140K Median list price $195K April 2026 Median sale price $145K Median list price $150K May 2026 Median sale price $150K Median list price $150K June 2026 Median sale price $140K Median list price $163K
Median sale price
Median list price
* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jun 2026).

Compared with last year, Ford County’s home values have pulled back while activity has shifted. The typical home value is down sharply year over year, while active listings have climbed almost 30 percent and new listings are up more than 50 percent, signaling more options for buyers than a year ago.

In the latest June 2026 snapshot, the typical home value sits around $140,000 with a median list price near $163,000, so asking prices are currently running ahead of recent sale prices. Homes are taking longer to sell with a median of 63 days on market and only about 6 percent selling above list price, yet the market gauge still points to a seller’s market with roughly three months of supply available.

Looking at recent momentum, homes sold jumped month over month while pending sales slipped modestly, suggesting some earlier contracts are now closing even as new deal volume cools. By comparison, Illinois overall shows a higher typical sale price around $344,000 and a leaner 2.9 months of supply, so Ford County offers relatively lower price points with similar inventory tightness. Buyers and sellers who want to navigate these mixed signals can turn to Agent Pronto to connect with a local agent who understands the Ford County market.



Learn more about what Ford County has to offer.

Ford County offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with affordable living, abundant outdoor spaces, and reliable local services that support families, farms, and small businesses.

Ford County combines small town convenience with strong connections to larger hubs like Champaign, Bloomington, and Kankakee, giving residents an easy balance between quiet living and regional access. U.S. Route 24 and nearby interstates make daily commuting practical, whether you live in Paxton, Gibson City, or one of the rural townships.

Everyday needs are close at hand. Paxton’s downtown offers local shops and dining, while families appreciate community schools such as Paxton-Buckley-Loda High School and Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley High School. For recreation, residents head to Pells Park for pool time and playgrounds, or to Sayers Park along the water in Gibson City. Golfers can enjoy the fairways at Lakeview Country Club, while readers and remote workers rely on the Moyer District Library as a community hub.

Health care, groceries, and daily services are straightforward to reach, yet wide open farmland and quiet streets keep life relaxed. Whether you are relocating from Champaign County or comparing options with Iroquois County and Livingston County, understanding each town’s market is key. Local agents can explain pricing differences between Paxton and Gibson City, highlight upcoming development, and time your sale or purchase to local demand.

By connecting you with an experienced Ford County real estate professional, Agent Pronto helps both buyers and sellers navigate decisions with less stress and more confidence.

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“Kim was hands down the best realtor we could have asked for! Buying and selling a home at the same time was stressful, but she made the entire process so much easier. She was always one step ahead, kept us informed, answered every question, and truly had our best interests at heart. When communication with the buyers' agent became difficult, Kim stayed on top of everything, followed up constantly, and worked tirelessly to keep the sale moving forward. Her persistence played a huge role in making sure we didn't lose the deal. Most importantly, we never felt like just another client. Kim genuinely cared about our family and went above and beyond to help us find the home of our dreams. We can't thank her enough and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and caring realtor!”

Jennifer Tudor · Oak Forest, IL

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Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
“Vicky knows real estate and has excellent communication skills. She relayed her recommendations and expectations. Her experience expedited the sale of my home. I had a contract in less than two days. She is a hard worker and always available to respond to questions or concerns. I highly recommend her for an agent.”

Diane Turek · Lisle, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“Kathy is the best! She is a great communicator and truly represents her clients in all aspects of a property purchase. Kathy helped me purchase a home for myself, as well a condo for my daughter, and everything went so smoothly. I highly recommend Katherine Rubis.”

Carol Heunisch · Evanston, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Chicago
“Pleasure to work with.”

Ken Z · Montgomery, IL

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Century 21 Affiliated
“Very satisfied customer here. Would highly recommend using Andrew to everyone. He is professional, honest and gets back to you immediately. Did I mention patient? Very patient!”

Marge Forberg · Orland Park, IL

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Century 21 Circle
“Melissa Young is an excellent realtor. I highly recommend her.”

Michael Withers · Chicago, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago
“My family and I were very fortunate to have the support of Brittany during the selling of our condo. She's professional, knowledgeable and personable which minimized the stress of the process for us. I would definitely recommend her services to family and friends! Thank you again Brittany for being apart of this journey with us!!”

Chanta Bradley · Oak Lawn, IL

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Compass
“Paula had a very calming, professional presence to her. Paula was on-time, knowledgeable, brought up important points, suggestions and realistic timelines. Home looking is exciting and stressful and a good Agent in my opinion, reels you in a little towards reality. Pumping the brakes. Paula's communication was consistent and accurate and she was there when I needed her. Certainly made the process easier for me and I am happy to have worked with her.”

Dan McGuinness · Franklin Park, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate
“Laura is Amazing!”

Stephen Brady · Chicago, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices
“Working with Tracy to buy our home was a great experience and she was always available and communicative even as we navigated some difficult parts of the negotiation with the seller. She was personally at every visit and even at the inspection and closing, going way above and beyond my expectations and previous experiences with buying agents. Thanks to her we found a home for our family and while we don't plan to buy in the near future I'd be happy to work with her again and again. Thanks Tracy!”

Ian Miller · Westmont, IL

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Compass
“Steven was very helpful, knowledgeable, passionate, and most importantly he met all of my needs! I will definitely use him for all of my future home purchases in the near future. Thanks again Steven, he's definitely a ROCK STAR! I can't wait to work with him in the near future. Betty Ng”

Betty Ng · Matteson, IL

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RE/MAX Suburban
“Meldina is an expert in the local market and an exceptional negotiator. Her professionalism, communication, and dedication exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend her!”

Lola Mandic · Johnsburg, IL

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Century 21 Dream Homes
“Lisa Buskirk-Inman was absolutely wonderful to work with. She came to our home to make signing the paperwork easy since my husband is having health issues and is not easily able to get around right now. She gave us peace of mind knowing everything was taken care of and explained everything we were signing.”

Rinda Durham · Bartonville, IL

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MoveSmart Realty
“Barb was 1/20 realtors who was willing to work with me in the beginning over 9 years ago. This is when I first purchased my home. I was cheap buyer. It went without saying I was going to be using her for the sale of the home 9 years later. She handled the hurdles flawlessly and talked me through and coached me the entire way. To say I appreciate her is an understatement. I sold my home after we relocated it of state and she coordinated every logistic of that sale on my behalf to he best of her ability. I recommend her without fail and would point every person in her direction that has a need for a solid realtor.”

Robin Ross · Joliet, IL

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RE/MAX Remax Ultimate Professionals
“It was a joy to work with Kathryn she was able to answer every question I had, her knowledge goes a long way and I will definitely recommend her to friends and family.”

Tasha Faust · Oswego, IL

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Century 21 Affiliated
“It was a pleasure to work with Robert, he paid a lot of attention to our expectations and preferences, and he is strong in negotiating.”

Anna Tishchenko · Crystal Lake, IL

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Keller Williams Platinum Partners
“Chandra was amazing to work with throughout our home-buying process. She was always responsive, knowledgeable, and patient with all of our questions. She guided us every step of the way and made what could have been a stressful experience feel much easier. We truly appreciated her dedication and support and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!”

Boni Lares · Rockford, IL

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Realty of America
“Working with Emir is always a pleasure. He was very helpful in coordinating work on our house for sale, working with vendors and providing valuable feedback on neccesary work vs. potential work items unlikely to generate return. We closed sale of house 3 weeks from time of first listing. I'd worked with Emir before and hope to do so again in the future.”

Matt · Chicago, IL

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Owners.com
“Working with Ray was an absolute blessing throughout my home buying journey. He went above and beyond every step of the way, always remaining patient, professional, and supportive through all of the ups and downs that came along the process. No matter the challenge, Ray stayed committed and made sure I felt informed and encouraged the entire time. His dedication, communication, and genuine care truly made a difference, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and hardworking realtor.”

Theresa Davis · Monee, IL

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Real People Realty
“Heather was very helpful from beginning to end even with the struggles and challenges we gave her.”

Spencer · Naperville, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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