61251 — Fenton, IL Home Values
Typical home value $242,533 as of June 2026 · 1st of 11 in Sterling, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61251, November 2023 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61251 compares in the Sterling, IL area
ZIP code 61251 (Fenton, IL) has a typical home value of $242,533 as of June 2026, ranking 1st of 11 ZIP codes tracked in the Sterling, IL area, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro. Prices here have moved +10.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +13.5%, from $213,648 in November 2023 to $242,533 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Sterling, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Sterling.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61251 has a population of 336, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 92.7% White, and 7.3% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Erie Elem School | 605 6th Ave, Erie, IL | 5.3 mi |
| Erie High School | 435 6th Ave, Erie, IL | 5.3 mi |
| Erie Middle School | 500 5th Ave, Erie, IL | 5.5 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 61251?
$242,533 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61251 an expensive ZIP code in the Sterling, IL area?
61251 ranks 1st of 11 ZIP codes in the Sterling, IL area by typical home value, the most expensive ZIP code in the metro.
How much have home values in 61251 changed over the past year?
+10.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 61251?
336, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61251?
Erie Elem School (5.3 mi), Erie High School (5.3 mi), Erie Middle School (5.5 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 61251?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Sterling, IL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.