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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for June 2026. *
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Winnebago County real estate market. *
April 2026
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026).
Listings and contract activity in Winnebago County picked up in April, with active listings edging up from March and sitting about mid–single digits higher than a year ago. Homes sold and pending sales both increased month over month, even as new listings changed very little and were slightly lower than last year, keeping overall supply tight.
Pricing is reflecting this push-and-pull between demand and limited new inventory, as the typical home value is up from a year ago while the median list price has jumped by a double‑digit percentage over the same period. At the same time, months of supply is just over one month and lower than both last month and last year, indicating leaner inventory than the statewide level, where Illinois sits at about three months of supply.
Speed and bidding patterns show a nuanced picture, with homes now taking a bit longer to sell than last year but still moving quickly at a median of just 10 days on market. Nearly half of recent sales closed above list price and the average sale-to-list ratio is just over 100 percent, underscoring that well‑priced homes can still attract strong offers even as conditions evolve for buyers and sellers, and Agent Pronto can help both sides connect with a local expert agent to navigate it all.
Winnebago County offers residents a welcoming, well-rounded community with strong schools, diverse job opportunities, abundant parks and outdoor recreation, robust public services, and a collaborative spirit that supports families, workers, and local businesses.
Winnebago County is a practical hub in northern Illinois with easy access to Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee via I‑39, I‑90, and Chicago Rockford International Airport. The county centers on Rockford, surrounded by communities like Machesney Park and Loves Park, which offer a mix of established neighborhoods and newer subdivisions.
Residents enjoy an impressive park and trail network managed by the Forest Preserves of Winnebago County, including access to the Kishwaukee and Rock rivers for kayaking, fishing, and scenic walks. Families appreciate cultural anchors like the Discovery Center Museum and Nicholas Conservatory & Gardens, while downtown Rockford offers dining, events, and riverfront paths that appeal to both long‑time locals and newcomers.
Daily life is supported by strong medical providers such as UW Health SwedishAmerican and OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, along with diverse public and private school options. Shopping, groceries, and services are spread throughout the county, so most errands can be handled within a short drive.
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