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EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lake County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 46312

East Calumet · Indiana Harbor · Marktown · New Addition · Northside · Roxana · Southside · Sunnyside · Washington Square · West Calumet

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The EAST CHICAGO, IN real estate market (46312) currently shows 31 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 46 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.3% year-over-year, from $190,000 to $179,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 26,363  ·  Density: 725.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $39,434

Typical home value: $84,899  ·  Homeownership: 43.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇧ 3.3% vs 30 last year
Pending
10
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$179,950
⇩ 5.3% vs $190,000 last year
Average Price
$182,857
⇩ 2.4% vs $187,423 last year
Days on Market
46
⇩ 41.8% vs 79 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$88
⇩ 27.9% vs $122/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,971 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 30 last year
  • Days on market: 46 now vs 79 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $179,950 (-5.3% YoY)
  • Average: $182,857 (-2.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.6 miles — 943 listings ($174,034,552 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
46312East Chicago, IN 463120.0 mi27$4,693,734$172,500$173,842
46394Whiting, IN 463943.3 mi26$7,000,942$242,250$269,267
46406Gary, IN 464063.9 mi26$4,028,674$169,999$154,949
46324Hammond, IN 463245.0 mi43$8,808,249$199,450$204,843
60633Chicago, IL 606335.6 mi39$9,132,630$232,474$234,170
46402Gary, IN 464026.8 mi26$3,288,688$123,000$126,488
60617Chicago, IL 606177.0 mi192$41,394,816$214,950$215,598
60438Lansing, IL 604387.5 mi138$28,524,600$206,875$206,700
46407Gary, IN 464078.0 mi71$6,051,188$60,000$85,228
46408Gary, IN 464088.3 mi53$7,323,540$157,700$138,180
60628Chicago, IL 606289.0 mi243$45,217,197$181,250$186,079
60476Thornton, IL 604769.5 mi14$3,244,094$223,725$231,721
46409Gary, IN 464099.6 mi45$5,326,200$137,500$118,360

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312?

As of March 2026, there are 31 active listings in EAST CHICAGO, IN (zip code 46312), compared to 30 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312?

The median listing price in EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312 is $179,950 as of March 2026, a 5.3% decrease from $190,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in EAST CHICAGO, IN?

Homes in EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312 spend an average of 46 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 46 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in EAST CHICAGO, IN?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312 save an estimated $3,599 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $179,950. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.