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DES PLAINES, IL 60018

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60018

Lee (Lee Business District) · Norma · Oakton (Oakton Business District)

Market Analysis

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

The DES PLAINES, IL real estate market (60018) currently shows 34 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 18 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 15.4% year-over-year, from $462,495 to $533,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,820  ·  Density: 671.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $75,528

Typical home value: $287,387  ·  Homeownership: 72.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
34
⇩ 27.7% vs 47 last year
Pending
17
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$533,500
⇧ 15.4% vs $462,495 last year
Average Price
$681,504
⇧ 38.8% vs $491,110 last year
Days on Market
41
⇧ 127.8% vs 18 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$265
⇧ 2.7% vs $258/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,056 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 34 this year vs 47 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 18 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $533,500 (+15.4% YoY)
  • Average: $681,504 (+38.8% 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 7.3 miles — 686 listings ($430,966,850 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60018Des Plaines, IL 600180.0 mi32$21,159,840$539,750$661,245
60176Schiller Park, IL 601763.0 mi24$7,441,392$300,000$310,058
60016Des Plaines, IL 600163.9 mi135$47,989,395$334,600$355,477
60131Franklin Park, IL 601314.1 mi29$10,983,286$358,650$378,734
60706Harwood Heights, IL 607064.8 mi39$18,428,592$443,749$472,528
60714Niles, IL 607145.0 mi54$23,390,424$406,150$433,156
60007Elk Grove Village, IL 600075.3 mi55$20,322,225$359,000$369,495
60171River Grove, IL 601715.8 mi28$9,931,096$356,750$354,682
60053Morton Grove, IL 600536.5 mi65$33,220,265$479,900$511,081
60165Stone Park, IL 601656.5 mi6$2,474,442$407,400$412,407
60160Melrose Park, IL 601606.7 mi18$6,435,648$325,000$357,536
60025Glenview, IL 600257.0 mi79$79,191,733$597,475$1,002,427
60126Elmhurst, IL 601267.3 mi122$149,998,512$1,320,000$1,229,496

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES PLAINES, IL 60018?

As of March 2026, there are 34 active listings in DES PLAINES, IL (zip code 60018), compared to 47 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES PLAINES, IL 60018?

The median listing price in DES PLAINES, IL 60018 is $533,500 as of March 2026, a 15.4% increase from $462,495 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in DES PLAINES, IL?

Homes in DES PLAINES, IL 60018 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 18 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES PLAINES, IL 60018?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, DES PLAINES, IL 60018 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 13 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 18 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in DES PLAINES, IL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DES PLAINES, IL 60018 save an estimated $10,670 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $533,500. 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.