Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Chicago, IL real estate market currently shows 4,763 active listings, with 1,646 pending sales. Homes are averaging 60.2 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 775 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 60.2 days on market compared to 60.9 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 1.3% year-over-year, from $404,191 to $409,619.
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Chicago: 60643, 60644, 60645, 60646, 60647, 60649, 60651, 60652, 60653, 60654, 60655, 60656
Loop: 60601, 60602, 60603, 60604, 60606
Roseland: 60628
Portage Park: 60641
Belmont Cragin: 60639
Clearing: 60638
Woodlawn: 60637
West Englewood: 60636
Dunning: 60634
ZIP coverage: 84 · Population: 2,705,664 · Median household income: $73,537
Typical home value: $335,653 · Homeownership rate: 47.1%