“Rose Riodan, did excellently well, always available for phone calls, chat and prompt with emails. Gave great advice and recommendations that supported making informed decisions.”
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Stephenson County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Stephenson County real estate market. *
Latest Monthly Snapshot
June 2026
Median sale price
$175K
+13%
from
May '26
Median list price
$188K
+10%
from
May '26
Active listings
168
+12%
from
May '26
Homes sold
45
-8.2%
from
May '26
New pendings
49
+8.9%
from
May '26
New listings
63
+47%
from
May '26
Monthly Pricing Trends for Stephenson County
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Median sale price
Median list price
Monthly Inventory and Sales Activity for Stephenson County
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
34
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 (Jun 2026).
Stephenson County is seeing more homes available, with active listings up from May to 168 and months of supply edging up to 2.5. Buyer activity, however, has cooled compared with last year, as homes sold and pending sales are both down sharply year over year. New listings jumped more than 40 percent month over month in June, giving shoppers more options even as total sales pulled back.
Prices have moved higher as inventory and demand rebalance. The typical home value in June reached about $174,500, up more than 12 percent from May and dramatically higher than a year ago. List prices are also up strongly year over year, rising more than 30 percent, while the average sale-to-list ratio is slightly lower than last year at about 97 percent, signaling buyers have gained a bit more room to negotiate. Homes are selling faster than in recent months, with the median days on market dropping from 44 days in May to 30 days in June.
Compared with Illinois overall, Stephenson County offers homes at roughly half the state’s median sale price, even as local supply is slightly tighter than the statewide 2.9 months. Fewer properties are selling above list price than earlier in the year, with about 14 percent closing over asking in June, down from May but still slightly higher than last year. Whether you are a buyer navigating these shifts or a seller trying to price strategically, Agent Pronto can connect you with a local Stephenson County agent who understands this market and can guide your next move.
Learn more about what Stephenson County has to offer.
Stephenson County offers a welcoming blend of vibrant communities, plentiful outdoor recreation, strong schools, and a supportive, thriving economy that helps families and local businesses flourish.
Stephenson County offers a distinctly independent feel compared with suburbs closer to Rockford or Madison. Centered on Freeport, it balances small city amenities with open countryside, where daily life still feels grounded in local relationships, schools, and long standing businesses.
Freeport’s historic downtown showcases this character with venues like the Lindo Theatre and seasonal events near the Lincoln-Douglas Debate Square. Families appreciate access to outdoor spaces such as Krape Park with its waterfall, paddleboats, and playgrounds, and the Jane Addams Trail that connects to wider regional paths for biking and walking.
Smaller communities like Lena, Dakota, and Pearl City offer quieter streets and strong school pride, while still keeping grocery stores, healthcare, and dining within easy reach. Cultural spots like the Freeport Art Museum and programming through the Freeport Public Library bring arts, learning, and community events together year round.
Housing options range from historic homes near downtown Freeport to farms, acreages, and newer subdivisions. Because the market can shift quickly between in town and rural properties, timing, pricing, and preparation matter. Partnering with a knowledgeable local agent through Agent Pronto helps both buyers and sellers navigate Stephenson County’s unique neighborhoods with confidence and the right plan.
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“We had an amazing experience working with Andrew at Century 21 Circle! From the very beginning, Andrew was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, responsive, and always willing to go above and beyond for us. He was quick to respond to every question and did everything he could to get us into showings, even when we needed to move quickly or work around our schedules. Buying a home can be stressful, but Andrew made the process feel so much easier. We always felt like he had our best interests in mind and genuinely wanted to help us find the right home. We couldn’t have asked for a better realtor and are so grateful for everything he did to help us find our home! If you’re looking for a realtor, we highly recommend Andrew and the team at Century 21 Circle!”
Century 21 Circle
“She was super nice and very attentive of my needs. She was available 24/7. She helped me so much. She would explain everything in detail and was very patient with me. Overall, she was the best. I would 100% suggest her to my friends and families.”
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“Kim was easy to work with. She explained everything very clearly, which was something important to me as a first time seller. Her attention to detail and open communication were greatly appreciated and I highly recommend working with her.”
Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
“Emir is a wonderful agent! His expertise in real estate was great and he was extremely helpful with any questions. He was patient and always responded in a timely manner. I would highly recommend hiring Emir as your agent!”
Owners.com
“Heather was amazing to work with on my recent condo purchase! With her help I was able to meet my needs and deadline to purchase the condo! She is also incredibly helpful in connecting buyers with great people/companies that make the process easy.”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“We've known Brittany for many years and we have had experience working with her in the past. We chose to work with her once more because of our wonderful experience In the past. I would highly recommend her because of her professional approach and her genuine interest to provide the best to her customers.”
Compass
“Paula was fantastic! She was knowledgeable, very responsive, and was able to walk me through the process step-by-step as a first-time seller. Would highly recommend to anyone and everyone!”
Berkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate
“I previously used Jeffry Phillips to sell a house I inherited. It was a very emotional time and he was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable and gave suggestions of things that could be done to the house prior to selling it. Because that experience was so positive and he was so professional I utilized his services when it was time for me to sell my house. When it came time to sell my home, he was professional and extremely knowledgeable about the Garfield Ridge neighborhood. I would highly recommend him to any of my friends family, and neighbors if they are buying or selling a house.”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago
“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
“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.”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“We were connected with a realtor immediately and we worked with Mike Neault for almost a year. He was a pleasure to work with, accommodating and helpful.”
Keller Williams- The Real Estate Center of Illinois
“Melissa Young is an excellent realtor. I highly recommend her.”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago
“Laura is Amazing!”
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!”
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”
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!”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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