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Grand Detour real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Grand Detour real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Mar 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026
Median sale price
$170K
-0.1%
from
Q1 '26
Median list price
$248K
+30%
from
Q1 '26
Active listings
3
+50%
from
Q1 '26
Homes sold
1
No change
from
Q1 '26
New pendings
1
-50%
from
Q1 '26
New listings
2
No change
from
Q1 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Grand Detour
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Grand Detour
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Grand Detour
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Grand Detour
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Grand Detour
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Grand Detour
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
30
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Mar 2026 - May 2026).
Grand Detour currently leans toward sellers, with the market gauge indicating a seller’s market. Months of supply sit at 3.2, suggesting inventory is limited but not extremely tight. Only three active listings and one recent sale in this rolling three‑month window highlight how small and selective the local market is.
Price trends show notable shifts compared with a year ago. The typical home value over the latest rolling three months is down sharply year over year, while the median list price has also fallen significantly, signaling sellers may be adjusting expectations to meet buyers. Even with those declines, demand appears focused on well‑priced homes, as the average sale-to-list ratio is just over 100 percent and the share of homes selling above list has surged dramatically from last year.
Activity levels tell a mixed story. New listings have more than doubled compared with a year ago, yet pending sales are down steeply, suggesting fewer buyers are moving forward even as more homes come to market. Homes are taking about 41 days to sell in this period, much longer than the extremely fast sales seen a year earlier but similar to recent months. With such a small number of transactions, local expertise matters, and Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands these nuanced Grand Detour trends.
Learn more about what Grand Detour has to offer.
Grand Detour offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with well-maintained parks, historic charm, convenient local amenities, and ready access to nature and regional services.
Grand Detour feels distinct from larger nearby communities like Dixon and Rochelle, offering a quieter, more historic riverfront setting that appeals to people who value scenery and a slower pace. Set in a famous bend of the Rock River, it combines small‑community familiarity with access to practical amenities a short drive away.
Locals often connect around outdoor recreation. The riverfront and nearby Lowell Park provide space for boating, paddling, and hiking. Golfers appreciate the rustic setting of Lost Nation Golf Club, while cyclists enjoy regional routes that link toward Oregon and the rolling countryside. History is part of daily life too, with the restored John Deere Historic Site drawing visitors and reminding residents that this quiet area once helped shape American industry.
For dining, many residents hop over to Dixon for local favorites and occasional events at Dixon Riverfront, then return home to the calm of Grand Detour. Families and commuters appreciate access to Ogle County and the broader Sauk Valley, as well as regional schools and services coordinated through the Polo Community Unit School District.
Because Grand Detour is small and inventory can be limited, timing and preparation matter. Whether you are planning a sale or hoping to buy into the area’s riverfront lifestyle, connecting early with a knowledgeable local agent through Agent Pronto helps you move quickly when the right opportunity appears.
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