Data as of June 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Chicago, IL real estate market currently shows 6,217 active listings, with 2,962 pending sales. Homes are averaging 34.3 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1,316 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 34.3 days on market compared to 37.8 days last year.
The median listing price has risen 3.9% year-over-year, from $430,378 to $447,162.
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Population: 2,705,664 · Density: 6,411.9/mi² · Median household income: $73,537
Typical home value: $335,653 · Homeownership: 47.1%
Chicago: 60604, 60621, 60624, 60628, 60632, 60638, 60642, 60643, 60644, 60645, 60646, 60647
New East Side: 60601
Jewelers Row: 60603
Near South Side: 60605
Greektown: 60607
Heart of Chicago: 60608
New City: 60609
Near North Side: 60610
Streeterville: 60611
West Haven: 60612
Buena Park: 60613
Ranch Triangle: 60614
East Hyde Park: 60615