61853 — Mahomet, IL Home Values
Typical home value $352,331 as of August 2026 · 3rd of 32 in Champaign-Urbana, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61853, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61853 compares in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area
ZIP code 61853 (Mahomet, IL) has a typical home value of $352,331 as of August 2026, ranking 3rd of 32 ZIP codes tracked in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area, more expensive than about 94% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +25.7%, from $280,219 in August 2021 to $352,331 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 16.4× the annual rent ($1,789/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Champaign-Urbana, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Champaign.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61853 has a population of 14,645, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 92.2% White, 3% Hispanic or Latino, 2.6% two or more races, 1.6% Asian, and 0.6% Black or African American.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mahomet-Seymour High School | 302 W State St, Mahomet, IL | 2 mi |
| Mahomet-Seymour Jr High School | 201 W State St, Mahomet, IL | 2.2 mi |
| Lincoln Trail Elem School | 102 E State St, Mahomet, IL | 2.3 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 61853?
$352,331 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61853 an expensive ZIP code in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area?
61853 ranks 3rd of 32 ZIP codes in the Champaign-Urbana, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 94% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61853 changed over the past year?
+3.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 61853?
The typical home price is 16.4× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,789/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 61853?
14,645, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61853?
Mahomet-Seymour High School (2 mi), Mahomet-Seymour Jr High School (2.2 mi), Lincoln Trail Elem School (2.3 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 61853?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Champaign-Urbana, 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.