Rockdale, IL—60436
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Rockdale, IL
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Rockdale, IL is $220,000, with a year-over-year change of 4.0%. This indicates that home prices in Rockdale, IL are increasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 0.3%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $220,000 | 4.0% |
| Single Family | $222,000 | 3.7% |
| Condos | $201,000 | 5.8% |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $204,000 | 6.8% |
3 Bed | $236,000 | 4.9% |
4 Bed | $270,000 | 5.1% |
| 5 Bed | N/A | N/A |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Rockdale, IL
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Rockdale, IL is $1,960, with a year-over-year rent change of 10.1%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Rockdale, IL is 1-bedrooms: $1,100, 2-bedrooms: $1,600, 3-bedrooms: $1,970, 4-bedrooms: $2,240. The most common rental property sizes in Rockdale, IL are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 42.7% and 28.8% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,800 | $1,960 |
| Studio Rent | N/A | N/A |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,600 | $1,600 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,740 | $1,970 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $2,100 | $2,240 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Rockdale, IL
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Rockdale, IL is 38. This is a increase of 23.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 21.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $228,000 | -1.0% |
Listing Count | 77 | 45.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.6% | 45.0% |
Days on Market | 38 | 23.0% |
Demographics — Rockdale, IL
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Rockdale, IL has a population of 19,400, which has increased by 2.6% over the past 5 years. Rockdale, IL is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 24.8% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 14.5% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 4.2% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 19,400 | 2.6% |
% Under 18 | 24.8% | -4.6% |
% Seniors | 10.0% | 6.4% |
% WFH | 4.2% | 100.0% |
% w/ College Degree | 14.5% | 9.8% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Rockdale, IL is a predominantly hispanic area, with 41.5% of the population identifying as hispanic. The hispanic population has grown by 10.7% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Rockdale, IL is white, making up 30.7% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 15.1% of the population in Rockdale, IL, and this percentage has decreased by 11.2% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting fewer immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 30.7% | -12.8% |
% Black | 22.4% | -2.2% |
% Hispanic | 41.5% | 10.7% |
% Asian | 1.0% | -54.5% |
% Foreign Born | 15.1% | -11.2% |
Mortgage and Risk — Rockdale, IL
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 224 mortgage originations in Rockdale, IL, of which 75.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 75.0%, with 51.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Rockdale, IL. Investor activity is low, as 3.0% of loans were by investors. 8.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 224 |
% Conventional Loans | 75.0% |
% Government Loans | 25.0% |
% Investor Loans | 3.0% |
% Second Loans | 0.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 8.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Rockdale, IL
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Rockdale, IL under the Section 8 program is 14.3%. This is considered low, suggesting that the neighborhood is sparsely composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. In Rockdale, IL, all tracked home sizes have HUD payment amounts above market rent, suggesting strong Section 8 opportunity across the board.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 498 |
Total Units Section 8 | 416 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 14.3% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 88.3% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $370 | $1,100 | $1,470 |
| 2 Bedroom | $60 | $1,600 | $1,660 |
| 3 Bedroom | $390 | $1,740 | $2,130 |
| 4 Bedroom | $400 | $2,100 | $2,500 |
Affordability — Rockdale, IL
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 2.9 |
| Median Home Price | $220,000 |
| Median Household Income | $63,600 |