61048 — Lena, IL Home Values
Typical home value $215,989 as of June 2026 · 5th of 9 in Freeport, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61048, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61048 compares in the Freeport, IL area
ZIP code 61048 (Lena, IL) has a typical home value of $215,989 as of June 2026, ranking 5th of 9 ZIP codes tracked in the Freeport, IL area, more expensive than about 56% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +11.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +54.2%, from $140,056 in June 2021 to $215,989 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Freeport, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Freeport.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61048 has a population of 3,848, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 96.4% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino, and 0.7% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lena-Winslow High School | 516 Fremont St, Lena, IL | 1.3 mi |
| Lena-Winslow Elem School | 401 Fremont St, Lena, IL | 1.4 mi |
| Lena-Winslow Jr High School | 517 Fremont St, Lena, IL | 1.4 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 61048?
$215,989 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61048 an expensive ZIP code in the Freeport, IL area?
61048 ranks 5th of 9 ZIP codes in the Freeport, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 56% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61048 changed over the past year?
+11.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 61048?
3,848, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61048?
Lena-Winslow High School (1.3 mi), Lena-Winslow Elem School (1.4 mi), Lena-Winslow Jr High School (1.4 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 61048?
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 Freeport, 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.