61741 — Forrest, IL Home Values
Typical home value $170,899 as of June 2026 · 9th of 17 in Pontiac, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61741, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61741 compares in the Pontiac, IL area
ZIP code 61741 (Forrest, IL) has a typical home value of $170,899 as of June 2026, ranking 9th of 17 ZIP codes tracked in the Pontiac, IL area, more expensive than about 53% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +13.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +57.9%, from $108,259 in June 2021 to $170,899 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Pontiac, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Pontiac.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61741 has a population of 1,637, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 93.3% White, 4.3% Hispanic or Latino, 0.9% Black or African American, 0.8% another race, and 0.7% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Prairie Central Jr High School | 800 N Wood St, Forrest, IL | 0.9 mi |
| Prairie Central Upper Elementary | 312 N Center St, Forrest, IL | 1.1 mi |
| Prairie Central Primary East | 407 S 4th St, Chatsworth, IL | 5.6 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 61741?
$170,899 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61741 an expensive ZIP code in the Pontiac, IL area?
61741 ranks 9th of 17 ZIP codes in the Pontiac, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 53% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61741 changed over the past year?
+13.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 61741?
1,637, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61741?
Prairie Central Jr High School (0.9 mi), Prairie Central Upper Elementary (1.1 mi), Prairie Central Primary East (5.6 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 61741?
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 Pontiac, 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.