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Is Rock City, IL 61070 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Rock City is a balanced market. With about null months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Months of supply—Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list50%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list101.1%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market8Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$168▲ +2.5% vs. last year

The Rock City housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 50% of homes in Rock City, IL 61070 sold above their list price and the typical home went under contract in 8 days. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold faster (28 days then) and the median sale price rose 5% to $402,826. Overall, Rock City is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Stephenson County, homes here sell faster than in 83% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 83%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Pearl City 61062 (0% sold over asking) or German Valley 61039 (0% sold over asking).

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Questions about Rock City real estate

How fast do homes sell in Rock City?

The typical home went under contract in 8 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Rock City sell over asking?

50% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 101.1% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Rock City?

About 2.40% of a home’s value a year in Stephenson County, or roughly $9,600 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Rock City?

The median sale price was $402,826 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $168 per square foot.

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