“Overall experience was great. Kim is eager to help and finish the job even when unexpected things come up. Thank you for all your help!”
Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
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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
August 2026
Median sale price
$147K
-11%
from
Jul '26
Median list price
$163K
-4.3%
from
Jul '26
Active listings
203
+11%
from
Jul '26
Homes sold
48
+12%
from
Jul '26
New pendings
60
+1.7%
from
Jul '26
New listings
73
+4.3%
from
Jul '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 (Aug 2026).
Inventory in Stephenson County has been building, with active listings up about 11 percent in the past month and more than 6 percent over last year. New listings also climbed nearly 18 percent year over year, giving buyers more options than they had a year ago. Even with more homes on the market, the area still leans toward a seller’s market, with about 3.1 months of supply.
Homes are moving at a steady pace, with a median of 24 days on market, which is about 17 percent faster than last year. Closed sales held roughly level year over year, while pending sales were also fairly flat, pointing to stable buyer demand.
Prices have eased month over month, with the typical home value down about 11 percent since July, yet values are still nearly 7 percent higher than a year ago. Sellers are seeing fewer bidding wars, as the share of homes sold above list has dropped about 15 percent from last year and the average sale-to-list ratio has edged just below 97 percent. Compared with Illinois overall, Stephenson County offers a much lower typical sale price than the state median, which recently stood around $329,000. Whether you are trying to stand out as a seller or navigate these shifting numbers as a buyer, Agent Pronto can connect you with a local agent who understands this market.
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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“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Steve Goodman and the experience we’ve had working with him over the past 10 years. Steve was my realtor when I purchased my very first condo, and 10 years later, he was right there with us as we sold that condo and purchased what we hope will be our forever home. Having the opportunity to work with the same realtor through such an important chapter of our lives speaks volumes about the trust and confidence we have in him. What sets Steve apart is that he genuinely puts his clients’ best interests first. He is never pushy or focused on simply making a sale. Instead, he takes the time to listen, answer every question, offer honest advice, and make sure you feel comfortable with every decision. He is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and always willing to go the extra mile.”
RE/MAX Suburban
“Lisa Buskirk-Inman & Donna Jones-Craig two thumbs up and 5 stars once again”
MoveSmart Realty
“Chandra made house hunting easy. She was always ready to show us properties, gave us honest, practical advice at every step, and really understood how to navigate this market so we felt confident with every decision. We couldn't have asked for a better agent throughout the process.”
Realty of America
“Renee treats customers professionally and at the same time as friends. She goes above and beyond what is required on all facits of the process. She makes the process, which appears to be a mountain to climb, a pleasureable, simple process. I would unequivocally recommend Renee to anyone looking for a 'Best in the business' agent. Mark Stephens”
Keller Williams North Shore West
“Thanks Ray for your help selling my home.”
Real People Realty
“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
“Jeff is a knowledgeable professional. Trustworthy who will give you excellent feedback and advice”
Century 21 Affiliated
“Barb was a pleasure to work with, and I would highly recommend her to anyone.”
RE/MAX Remax Ultimate Professionals
“We were referred to Tracy in our move from downtown to the suburbs, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. She made what can be a stressful process feel easy and manageable from start to finish. Tracy was both professional and personal, detail-oriented, responsive, and always quick to act when it mattered. Her deep knowledge of the local market and strong connections were invaluable throughout our purchase. We would wholeheartedly recommend Tracy to anyone looking to buy a home!”
Compass
“Michelle was exceptional throughout the entire home-buying process! She was always on top of the paperwork, deadlines, and everything we needed to get our purchase completed. Her responsiveness, organization, and attention to detail made the process so much smoother. We truly appreciated all her hard work and would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy a home!”
Village Realty
“Catherine Terpstra made herself available to us in our search for a house as we were moving from out of state back to IL. As soon as we contacted her, it felt like she dropped everything "just for us". (We know she was attending to other clinets, as well!) She was very efficient in setting up houses for us to tour, within and without our pricing perameters. She "heard us" in regard to the "non-negotiables" we had for a house for which we were looking. She printed out pertinent infomration on each place for us. We were in a time-crunch, as we had come from out of state to search for a place to live. She was able to help us find a very nice new home. We are very thankful to her for her understanding and expertise in real estate and in the current housing market.”
HomeSmart Connect, LLC
“I've worked with Shawn Jones for nearly 10 years. He helped me find my first apartment, and first home after getting married. He is a deeply considerate, caring, and experienced agent. I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
“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.”
Century 21 Affiliated
“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.”
CENTURY 21 Affiliated
“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
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