Is Lyndon, IL 61261 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Lyndon is a buyer’s market. With about 6.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Lyndon housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Lyndon, IL 61261 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 234 days and there were 6.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (67 days then) and the median sale price rose 8% to $199,913. Overall, Lyndon is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Whiteside County, homes here sell more slowly, and less often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Fenton 61251 (50% sold over asking) and Albany 61230 (33% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Nearby markets
Albany 61230Seller’s market $121 /sq ftDeer Grove 61243 — /sq ftErie 61250Seller’s market $95 /sq ftFenton 61251Seller’s market $171 /sq ft Browse all markets →Where Lyndon is
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Questions about Lyndon real estate
Is Lyndon a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 6.4 months of supply in Lyndon, IL 61261 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Lyndon?
The typical home went under contract in 234 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Lyndon sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 87.0% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Lyndon?
About 2.04% of a home’s value a year in Whiteside County, or roughly $8,160 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Lyndon?
The median sale price was $199,913 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $136 per square foot.
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Market data describes housing activity only. Figures are rolling 3-month values from Redfin and may be revised. Methodology