The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 61341 sells for about $200,000, or $106 per square foot.
Prices are up +8.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 22 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,050 a month.
ZIP 61341 — Marseilles
The housing market in 61341 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by limited inventory. Demand is consistent among local buyers, though the broader regional population decline acts as a constraint on rapid growth.
This area is well-suited for families and long-term residents seeking an affordable cost of living and a quiet, small-town environment.
Median prices moved up 8.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 22 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.9% · poverty 14.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 61341, LaSalle County IL
Crime rates in the region are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving the area are primarily managed by local community districts, generally maintaining average state performance ratings.
The area faces moderate risk from severe weather events, including occasional high winds and localized flooding near river corridors.
Economic momentum is driven by regional manufacturing and agricultural support services, with steady but slow infrastructure maintenance.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Illinois) — Property Tax Assessment (Fair Cash Value): Property is assessed at 33 1/3% of its fair cash value. The tax bill is calculated by multiplying the equalized assessed value (EAV) by the aggregate tax rate of the local taxing districts.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with access to regional highways connecting to larger employment hubs in the Illinois Valley.
The area features local parks and proximity to the Illinois River, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and community-based outdoor activities.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and limited new inventory, with rents remaining stable relative to regional averages.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, logistics, and regional retail services.
Transportation is dominated by highway access via I-80, with limited public transit options available.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing commercial infrastructure.
The LaSalle County Assessor manages property valuations based on a triennial assessment cycle.
Parcels are subject to local school district, community college, and municipal tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and proximity to flood-prone zones.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides extensive outdoor recreation and river access.
Major natural feature supporting local boating and fishing.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.