The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 61528 sells for about $147,911, or $109 per square foot.
Prices are up +2% 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 $1,144 a month.
ZIP 61528 — Edwards
The Dunlap housing market remains competitive, driven by its reputation for high-quality schools and a stable, affluent demographic. While inventory remains tight, price growth has moderated compared to previous years, reflecting a balanced but seller-leaning environment. Figures for the ZIP are supplemented by Peoria County market data where specific ZCTA-level metrics were unavailable.
This area is best suited for family buyers seeking high-quality school districts and a quiet suburban environment, as well as professionals commuting to the Peoria metro area.
Median prices moved up 2.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 22 days on market with 1.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
17% 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 1.2% · poverty 3.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 61528, Peoria County IL
Dunlap is widely recognized for its high-performing public school system, which is a primary driver for families moving to the area.
The area benefits from proximity to major Peoria-area employers and infrastructure, maintaining a stable suburban character with limited new large-scale commercial development.
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 typically commute by car to the Peoria employment core, with travel times generally ranging from 15 to 25 minutes via local highway corridors.
The area features access to local parks and green spaces, with proximity to the Illinois River and various community-based recreational facilities in the greater Peoria area.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy pressure and steady demand, with limited inventory of multi-family units compared to the single-family housing stock.
The economy is anchored by the broader Peoria metropolitan area, with major sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, and education.
Transportation is primarily automobile-dependent, relying on regional highway networks to connect to the Peoria urban core.
Development is largely focused on residential infill and maintaining existing suburban infrastructure.
The Peoria County assessment office manages property valuations for tax purposes across the county.
Parcels are served by the Dunlap Community Unit School District and standard county-level utility and emergency service districts.
Data derived from ZCTA-level census profiles and local market reports.
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 local green space and community recreational programming.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.