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CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012

Real Estate Market Report  ·  McHenry County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
21
⇩ 48.8% vs 41 last year
Pending
8
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$565,000
⇩ 4.4% vs $590,750 last year
Average Price
$603,346
⇩ 13.3% vs $695,527 last year
Days on Market
54
⇧ 17.4% vs 46 days last year

Market Context

Population: 11,736  ·  Density: 261.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $150,320

Typical home value: $373,399  ·  Homeownership: 94.4%

Market Analysis

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

The CRYSTAL LAKE, IL real estate market (60012) currently shows 21 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 54 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 20 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 54 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.4% year-over-year, from $590,750 to $565,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 21 this year vs 41 last year
  • Days on market: 54 now vs 46 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $565,000 (-4.4% YoY)
  • Average: $603,346 (-13.3% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 13.9 miles — 649 listings ($265,087,992 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60012Crystal Lake, IL 600120.0 mi21$12,670,266$565,000$603,346
60050Mchenry, IL 600504.1 mi59$17,544,240$297,700$297,360
60042Island Lake, IL 600425.8 mi16$5,390,112$320,000$336,882
60051Mchenry, IL 600517.1 mi75$32,710,275$418,500$436,137
60102Algonquin, IL 601027.5 mi95$44,565,545$436,165$469,111
60097Wonder Lake, IL 600978.8 mi61$20,547,911$312,695$336,851
60072Ringwood, IL 600729.3 mi2$2,200,000$1,100,000$1,100,000
60110Carpentersville, IL 6011010.4 mi47$14,933,310$267,500$317,730
60020Fox Lake, IL 6002011.1 mi55$14,404,335$219,000$261,897
60180Union, IL 6018011.2 mi5$2,299,600$450,000$459,920
60073Round Lake, IL 6007311.9 mi105$28,310,835$249,999$269,627
60081Spring Grove, IL 6008113.2 mi31$20,107,747$548,700$648,637
60060Mundelein, IL 6006013.9 mi77$49,403,816$459,995$641,608

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012?

As of January 2026, there are 21 active listings in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL (zip code 60012), compared to 41 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012?

The median listing price in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012 is $565,000 as of January 2026, a 4.4% decrease from $590,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL?

Homes in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012 spend an average of 54 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 46 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 20 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 54 days on market compared to 46 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012 save an estimated $11,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $565,000. 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.