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Poplar Grove real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Poplar Grove real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Median sale price
$318K
-3.8%
from
Q1 '26
Median list price
$349K
+2%
from
Q1 '26
Active listings
33
+43%
from
Q1 '26
Homes sold
16
+33%
from
Q1 '26
New pendings
16
+14%
from
Q1 '26
New listings
24
+50%
from
Q1 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Poplar Grove
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Poplar Grove
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Poplar Grove
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Poplar Grove
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 Poplar Grove
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 Poplar Grove
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
21
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026 - Jun 2026).
Poplar Grove currently leans toward sellers, with a seller’s market gauge reading. Months of supply sit at 2.6, which is relatively lean inventory for the rolling three-month period ending in June 2026. At the same time, homes are taking a median of 55 days to go under contract, showing that buyers still have some time to make decisions.
Pricing and activity trends over this rolling three-month view show a mixed picture. Typical home values are slightly lower than a year ago, while the median list price has climbed noticeably year over year, indicating sellers are testing higher asking prices even as sale prices soften. Buyer demand looks solid, with homes sold up more than 80% from last year and new listings also rising strongly, giving shoppers more options without fully shifting power away from sellers.
Inventory and competition metrics help explain the balance between buyers and sellers. Active listings are up compared with a year earlier, yet a sizable share of homes still sell above list, and the average sale-to-list ratio remains just under full price, suggesting negotiations are active but not overly lopsided. For buyers, that means watching pricing carefully and acting decisively on well-priced homes, while sellers need sharp pricing and realistic expectations. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers in Poplar Grove with an agent who understands these trends and can guide their next move.
Learn more about what Poplar Grove has to offer.
Poplar Grove offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with convenient parks, local shops, quality schools, and regular neighborhood events that support a comfortable, family-friendly lifestyle.
Poplar Grove offers a quieter, more rural feel than nearby Rockford or Belvidere, yet it still keeps you connected to major routes, shopping, and employment. Wide open skies, small-airport culture around Poplar Grove Airport, and tree-lined neighborhoods give the community a distinct identity that appeals to long‑time residents and newcomers alike.
Life here often revolves around local gathering spots. The Poplar Grove Vintage Wings & Wheels Museum highlights the area’s aviation and automotive history, while Edwards Apple Orchard West is a seasonal favorite for families. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the short drive to Rock Cut State Park for hiking and fishing, and the village maintains neighborhood parks and access to the Boone County Conservation District sites. Daily routines are supported by local schools in North Boone Community Unit School District 200 and convenient services in nearby Machesney Park and Loves Park.
For homeowners, Poplar Grove’s mix of established properties, small acreages, and newer subdivisions requires a pricing and marketing strategy that reflects current demand in the Rockford area. Buyers will find opportunities, but the most desirable homes can move quickly, especially those close to schools or commuter routes toward Rockford. Whether you are preparing to list or hoping to purchase, partnering with the right local real estate agent through Agent Pronto helps you time the market, negotiate confidently, and move forward with a clear plan.
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“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.”
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!”
Realty of America
“Katie Arensdorf was a delight. She was knowledgeable, caring and attentive. Katie immediately researched our property and appropriate comparable homes. Her recommendations were helpful, targeted and well thought out. She was engaged throughout the process and delivered exceptional results.”
Key Realty
“This is our second home purchase/sale with Meghan Jacobs. In each transaction, Meghan was highly professional and engaged in each step of the process. She is highly motiivated to make the process smooth and as as stress-free as possilbe, which is something I really appreciated. Overall, Meghan is a highly-qualified professional and capable individual and someone we will be using in the future if needed. I strongly recommend her services to anyone interested in purchasing a new home or selling an existing home.”
eXp Realty Stephen Rettig
“Sharie did excellent job. Always accessible on time. Extremely approachable”
eXp Realty, LLC
“Larry is by far the most AMAZING Realtor. He was always very responsive to my calls, texts, request, etc. We built up such a great relationship through this crazy process, that even after we closed on our new home, he reached out to check on us. He is always looking to get the best deal for his clients. He is like family now to us and will always have his own seat next to the firepit in our backyard. I would DEFINETLY recommend Larry to anyone and everyone looking to buy or sell. AMAZING.. Can't say enough Great things about Larry.”
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“The agent, Sarah Leonard, was the most efficient and helpful realtor we've ever had represent us. I highly recommend her team to anyone in the area. Thank you for the excellent referral.”
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