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ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cook County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60005

Central Business District (Downtown) · Coventry Park · Lake Briarwood

Market Analysis

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

The ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL real estate market (60005) currently shows 69 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 26 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 26 days on market compared to 23 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 19.4% year-over-year, from $560,975 to $452,200.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 29,216  ·  Density: 1,717.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $95,765

Typical home value: $372,317  ·  Homeownership: 61.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
69
⇩ 1.4% vs 70 last year
Pending
34
49% pending ratio
Median Price
$452,200
⇩ 19.4% vs $560,975 last year
Average Price
$570,326
⇩ 15.5% vs $674,972 last year
Days on Market
26
⇧ 13% vs 23 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$262
⇩ 3% vs $270/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,464 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 69 this year vs 70 last year
  • Days on market: 26 now vs 23 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $452,200 (-19.4% YoY)
  • Average: $570,326 (-15.5% 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 8.2 miles — 797 listings ($383,916,416 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60005Arlington Heights, IL 600050.0 mi57$27,156,738$349,725$476,434
60056Mount Prospect, IL 600562.7 mi74$35,623,970$454,750$481,405
60004Arlington Heights, IL 600043.3 mi79$47,048,450$535,700$595,550
60007Elk Grove Village, IL 600073.6 mi55$20,322,225$359,000$369,495
60067Palatine, IL 600675.0 mi87$54,347,421$589,750$624,683
60016Des Plaines, IL 600165.0 mi135$47,989,395$334,600$355,477
60090Wheeling, IL 600905.6 mi91$28,409,472$293,450$312,192
60018Des Plaines, IL 600186.6 mi32$21,159,840$539,750$661,245
60169Hoffman Estates, IL 601696.7 mi68$25,529,104$381,225$375,428
60191Wood Dale, IL 601916.9 mi31$12,466,402$361,000$402,142
60157Medinah, IL 601577.2 mi4$2,456,668$578,500$614,167
60026Glenview, IL 600267.9 mi13$10,187,047$739,000$783,619
60068Park Ridge, IL 600688.2 mi71$51,219,684$592,425$721,404

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005?

As of April 2026, there are 69 active listings in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL (zip code 60005), compared to 70 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005?

The median listing price in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005 is $452,200 as of April 2026, a 19.4% decrease from $560,975 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL?

Homes in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005 spend an average of 26 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 23 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 26 days on market compared to 23 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005 save an estimated $9,044 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $452,200. 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.