“Kim Wirtz is one of the best! She did very well in listing and selling our property and we couldn't be happier. Fully recommend her to anyone for real estate transactions.THANK YOU KIM”
Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
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Seneca real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Seneca real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jun 1, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
Median sale price
$237K
+2.5%
from Q2 '26
Median list price
$282K
+18%
from Q2 '26
Active listings
11
-8.3%
from Q2 '26
Homes sold
4
-33%
from Q2 '26
New pendings
4
-33%
from Q2 '26
New listings
6
-25%
from Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Seneca
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Seneca
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Seneca
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Seneca
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 Seneca
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 Seneca
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
28
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 (Jun 2026 - Aug 2026).
Seneca’s rolling three-month data through August 2026 shows home values moving higher over the past year while activity has cooled. Typical home values are up a few percent year over year, yet homes sold, new listings, and pending sales are all down more than 60 percent compared with a year ago. Inventory has been cut roughly in half over the same period, reflecting far fewer options coming to market.
Looking at the latest three-month snapshot, buyers are seeing a median list price around the high $200,000s, up sharply from last year, while the typical home value sits in the mid-$200,000s. Homes are taking about 63 days to sell on a typical basis in this period, which is about three weeks longer than a year ago even though days on market have dropped compared with just a few months back.
Supply conditions have shifted meaningfully, with months of supply rising to about four months in the latest rolling window, more than doubling year over year even as active listings fell. Roughly a quarter of recent sales closed above the list price, and the average sale-to-list ratio is just over 97 percent, suggesting sellers still retain some pricing power even in a slower sales environment. With Seneca currently categorized as a seller’s market but with mixed signals for pricing and pace, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding a local agent who understands these dynamics.
Learn more about what Seneca has to offer.
Seneca offers residents a welcoming small-town atmosphere with well-maintained parks, vibrant community events, reliable local services, good schools, and a friendly mix of shops and businesses that support everyday life.
Seneca stands out from nearby river towns like Morris and Ottawa with a quieter pace, strong canal history, and a close connection to the Illinois River that still shapes daily life. Residents value the blend of small-town familiarity and easy access to larger employers and amenities in LaSalle County and Grundy County.
Outdoor time is a big part of living in Seneca. The Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail runs through the community, popular for biking, walking, and watching barges move along the river. Families gather at Crotty Park for ballgames and playground time, while boaters appreciate the Seneca Marina and public river access. Day trips to Starved Rock State Park are an easy drive for hiking and waterfalls.
Seneca’s identity is strongly tied to its schools and local traditions. Seneca High School and Seneca Grade School are central community anchors, and events often revolve around athletics, festivals, and service organizations. The historic downtown corridor and proximity to Marseilles and Streator give residents additional shopping and dining options without sacrificing small-community comfort.
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“Was impressed from the beginning when the owner answered the phone and made an appointment within a day or two to come out to the property. When we decided to put the house on the market, they were extremely professional And answered all our questions. The photographer came out promptly, and took amazing pictures of the property. It was listed the next day,and our house sold in less than a week. Andrew McCatty was our broker. He could not have been more knowledgeable or professional. Any questions that we had, Andrew either answered the phone or got back to us very quickly. Highly recommend Andrew and Century 21 Circle. Would only work with them again and would recommend them to family and friends.”
Century 21 Circle
“Barb was a pleasure to work with, and I would highly recommend her to anyone.”
RE/MAX Remax Ultimate Professionals
“Katherine Rubis was very patient with me during the year that I was looking for homes. She was always available to discuss our next steps or to show me new listings. Every single part of the process that Katherine handled was very smooth and easy for me. She is an outstanding agent and I will definitely call her when I am in the market to sell or buy a home again. There is nothing else she could have done to make me more satisfied with working with her. I have zero complaints.”
Berkshire Hathaway Chicago
“A pleasure to work with from start to finish. Knowledgeable, friendly and professional.”
Realtopia Real Estate
“Gergana was outstanding from start to finish. She was straightforward, never sugarcoating, and always on point with her suggestions. From the beginning, she came prepared with a clear plan and executed it flawlessly. I was initially worried about listing the house in January, but thanks to Gergana’s expertise and guidance, we were under contract in less than three days, and we received more than our asking price. Her advice was spot-on, and we’re so glad we followed it. We couldn’t be happier with the results and the smooth experience. If we ever need to sell a house again in the future, Gergana will be our first call. Highly recommended!”
Village Realty, Inc
“Working with Cathy truly was a blessing and a prayer answered. From day one, Cathy was on top of EVERYTHING. She made the sale of our home, as well as the buying of our new home, such a wonderful experience. Even though we ran into some hiccups, which were out of our hands, Cathy handled it all for us. From her marketing, to her overall knowledge of buying and selling, Cathy was on top of everything. I'm so thankful and grateful to have had her on this journey, by our side. I know I will recommend her time and time again, to all our family and friends.”
Century 21 Pride Realty
“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.”
Charles Rutenberg Realty Charles Rutenberg
“The quicker the response the better, and Taylor was always there for me when I had questions I did not experience any issues with Taylor's work and she made everything easy for me, worked around my schedule, even gave me real advise about the neighborhoods I was searching in I was not pressured to do this survey in any way, and I feel she can be trusted handling my close friends and family's home purchase needs”
RE/MAX Ultimate Professionals
“We interviewed 3 different agents from 3 different agencies. One was a recommendation of friends, one other and Christine Thompson were known to us previously. Christine appeared to us to be far and away the most professional. thorough, personable, knowledgable of local conditions and aggressive in her marketing approach. She, and Baird and Warner, far exceeded our highest expectations. Outstanding results!”
Baird & Warner
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