The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 61265 sells for about $149,450, or $103 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.7% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $909 a month.
ZIP 61265 — Moline
The housing market in 61265 remains stable with a median sale price of $149,450 and a year-over-year appreciation of 4.7%. While inventory is relatively tight at 162 active listings, the market is characterized by steady demand and moderate turnover, driven by the area's affordability relative to the national average.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and first-time homeowners seeking affordability, as well as commuters who value access to the Quad Cities regional employment core.
Median prices moved up 4.7% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.2 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 6.9% · poverty 15.5% — a mixed stability 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 3.0%/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 1.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 61265, Rock Island County IL
Crime rates in Moline are generally consistent with regional averages for the Quad Cities area, with property crime being the primary concern in specific urbanized pockets.
Schools serving the area are part of the Moline-Coal Valley School District, which maintains a diverse student body and a range of academic programs.
The area faces moderate flood risks near the Mississippi River corridor, with standard insurance requirements for properties located within designated floodplains.
Economic momentum is anchored by the presence of major manufacturing and agricultural equipment employers, with ongoing revitalization efforts in the downtown and riverfront districts.
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 benefit from proximity to major highway corridors including I-74 and I-80, facilitating access to the broader Quad Cities employment hub.
The area features extensive access to the Mississippi River trail system, numerous municipal parks such as Stephens Park, and proximity to local golf courses and shopping centers.
The rental market shows steady demand with a median rent of $1,199, supported by a mix of long-term residents and a modest presence of investor-owned properties.
The economy is heavily influenced by the manufacturing sector, with significant employment provided by agricultural equipment manufacturers and regional healthcare systems.
The area is served by a network of state highways and is positioned near the I-74 bridge, providing critical transit links to Iowa.
Development efforts are currently focused on urban infill and the modernization of aging residential and commercial infrastructure.
Rock Island County utilizes a mass appraisal system to determine property values for tax purposes, with periodic reassessments.
Parcels are subject to various taxing bodies including the Moline-Coal Valley School District and local municipal service districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and proximity to flood-prone areas along the Mississippi River.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov 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.
A major community park offering recreational facilities and green space.
A regional trail system providing scenic views and outdoor exercise opportunities.
The central commercial district featuring local dining and retail options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.