August/September Newsletter
We're so glad you're here! Below you'll find brokerage highlights, community updates, featured listings, and market stats across Jo Daviess County and nearby areas.
🚀 Brokerage Growth Spotlight
While doing our recent marketing research, we discovered something exciting — our growth is far outpacing the competition. Our year-over-year market share has nearly doubled, now reaching just under 13%. Even more impressive, this growth happened in a year when the overall market stayed flat.
What’s fueling this success? Not only are our modernized marketing strategies delivering results for buyers and sellers, but nearly 50% of our business comes directly from our family, friends, repeat clients, and referrals. That kind of trust means everything to us.
From all of us at DC Rise Real Estate — thank you for supporting us and helping us become the fastest-growing brokerage in Jo Daviess County.
Together, we’re elevating dreams, building wealth, and enhancing communities!
Featured Property of the Month: FULLY REMODELED
4A142 Winchester, Apple Canyon Lake — $309,000
- 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath
- 2-Car Garage
- Fireplace, large lot, and deck
More info: dcriserealestate.com/2968-s-curtiss-road1
Property page: dcriserealestate.com/4a142-winchester-drive1
🏆 Exciting Updates to RISE Nights
Over the past few years, we’ve loved cheering on local athletes and celebrating the hard work the teams put in. This school year, we’re taking it a step further to make RISE Nights even more meaningful.
What’s New
- Annual RISE Night for each sport: Volleyball, Basketball, Football, Baseball, and Softball will each have their own dedicated RISE Night every year. (Additional sports will be added in the future!)
- The RISE Award: At each team’s RISE Night, one senior player will be recognized. Teammates and coaches will nominate recipients based on leadership, character, and contributions on and off the court/field.
- Scholarship Opportunity: At the end of the school year, all RISE Award winners will be eligible to apply for a $1,000 RISE Scholarship to support their education or career goals.
We’re thrilled to continue celebrating athletes, highlighting their achievements, and strengthening community connections. Thank you for partnering with us — we can’t wait to see this next chapter grow!
“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” — Helen Keller
Business Spotlight
Strictly Shingles Roofing LLC
The contractor that calls you back!
📊 Market Update: What Dropping Interest Rates Mean for You
After months of higher borrowing costs, interest rates are finally supposed to be coming down — and that shift could make a big impact on our local real estate market.
For buyers: lower rates increase affordability. Even a small decrease can translate into significant monthly savings or more purchasing power. Consider getting pre-approved as more buyers are expected to re-enter the market quickly when rates drop further.
For sellers: lower rates bring opportunity, too. As affordability improves, more buyers will be competing for the limited number of homes available. Here in Jo Daviess County, inventory is already tight, which means well-priced and well-presented homes are likely to sell quickly — often with strong offers.
Key Takeaways
- Buyers: Get your financing in place now to be ready when the right home hits the market.
- Sellers: If you’ve been waiting to list, this may be the perfect window to capture increased demand.
- Everyone: Limited inventory means timing and preparation are everything. Working with a trusted REALTOR® helps you stay ahead.
The bottom line? Dropping rates could spark a wave of activity in an already supply-constrained market. Whether you’re buying or selling, being proactive now ensures you’re ready to move when the opportunity is right.
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Community Enrichment
August
- Volunteering — Jo Daviess County Fair
- Graduated a college student from her RISE Internship
September
- Pumpkin Fest Parade
- Volleyball RISE Nights
- Football RISE Nights
Market Updates — Active Listings
Galena Territory
Active: 36 • DOM: 156 • Avg Price: $559,505
Apple Canyon Lake
Active: 7 • DOM: 63 • Avg Price: $370,000
Warren, IL
Active: 3 • DOM: 180 • Avg Price: $161,600
Monroe, WI
Active: 38 • DOM: 62 • Avg Price: $363,342
Market Updates — Pending
Galena Territory
Pending: 9 • DOM: 82 • Avg Price: $427,288
Apple Canyon Lake
Pending: 3 • DOM: 45 • Avg Price: $445,966
Warren, IL
Pending: 2 • DOM: 11 • Avg Price: $87,450
Monroe, WI
Pending: 15 • DOM: 57 • Avg Price: $349,266
Market Updates — Sold (Last 90 Days)
Galena Territory
Sold: 25 • DOM: 70 • Avg Price: $419,680
Apple Canyon Lake
Sold: 13 • DOM: 34 • Avg Price: $383,439
Warren, IL
Sold: 5 • DOM: 1 • Avg Price: $120,400
Monroe, WI
Sold: 34 • DOM: 15 • Avg Price: $312,159
*Data pulled from NW IL Alliance of Realtors (IL) and South Central WI MLS (WI), Single Family Homes. As of 9/9/2025.
Where is our “Home 2 Home” trailer at?
Big or small, the Rise trailer is always up for a good time — and always ready to help. If you or someone you know could use a little extra moving space, give us a call! We’ll treat them like family and make sure their real estate needs are handled with care.
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