Sherrard, Illinois, is a quaint village in Mercer County with a population of 692 as of the 2020 census, offering a serene, rural lifestyle in the heart of the Midwest. Nestled 20 miles northeast of Aledo and 16 miles south of Rock Island, the village sits on a flat-topped ridge, surrounded by picturesque countryside ideal for outdoor activities like hiking and birdwatching. Historically a coal mining town in the late 19th century, Sherrard boasts a rich heritage reflected in its community events, such as the annual firemen’s fish fry in July, and a progressive past with early adoption of electricity and telephone services. With above-average public schools like Sherrard Elementary and Sherrard Junior/Senior High School, home to the Sherrard Tigers, and a close-knit community, Sherrard provides a peaceful retreat steeped in small-town charm.

Sherrard currently has 6 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $258,950 and 16 lots for sale with an average list price of $115,168.69. The average annual property tax for Sherrard is $3,986.58.