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WAUKEGAN, IL 60085

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60085

North Waukegan · Pleasant Hill · The North Harbor · The North Lakefront · The South Lakefront · Waukegan Downtown (Downtown) · Waukegan Harbor · Waukegan Marina

Market Analysis

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

The WAUKEGAN, IL real estate market (60085) currently shows 48 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 38 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 38 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.9% year-over-year, from $249,900 to $262,225.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 71,465  ·  Density: 1,866.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,843

Typical home value: $148,479  ·  Homeownership: 44.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
48
⇩ 18.6% vs 59 last year
Pending
22
46% pending ratio
Median Price
$262,225
⇧ 4.9% vs $249,900 last year
Average Price
$282,236
⇧ 6.8% vs $264,291 last year
Days on Market
38
⇧ 2.7% vs 37 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$191
⇧ 11.7% vs $171/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,338 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 48 this year vs 59 last year
  • Days on market: 38 now vs 37 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $262,225 (+4.9% YoY)
  • Average: $282,236 (+6.8% 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 14.3 miles — 674 listings ($512,926,394 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60085Waukegan, IL 600850.0 mi42$11,587,926$257,275$275,903
60087Waukegan, IL 600873.4 mi33$8,385,861$242,500$254,117
60044Lake Bluff, IL 600444.9 mi27$42,719,724$1,148,500$1,582,212
60083Wadsworth, IL 600837.1 mi23$21,417,922$532,975$931,214
60045Lake Forest, IL 600458.1 mi66$185,495,310$1,949,375$2,810,535
60030Grayslake, IL 600309.3 mi66$26,088,150$344,250$395,275
60040Highwood, IL 6004010.6 mi5$2,688,835$462,500$537,767
60046Lake Villa, IL 6004610.9 mi62$25,459,618$389,375$410,639
53158Pleasant Prairie, WI 5315811.8 mi36$21,810,708$561,175$605,853
60073Round Lake, IL 6007312.3 mi113$32,463,431$263,000$287,287
53142Kenosha, WI 5314213.6 mi48$15,328,608$288,700$319,346
60047Lake Zurich, IL 6004714.0 mi126$112,419,720$829,925$892,220
53143Kenosha, WI 5314314.3 mi27$7,060,581$257,500$261,503

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WAUKEGAN, IL 60085?

As of March 2026, there are 48 active listings in WAUKEGAN, IL (zip code 60085), compared to 59 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WAUKEGAN, IL 60085?

The median listing price in WAUKEGAN, IL 60085 is $262,225 as of March 2026, a 4.9% increase from $249,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in WAUKEGAN, IL 60085 spend an average of 38 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 37 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WAUKEGAN, IL 60085?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WAUKEGAN, IL 60085 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 38 days on market compared to 37 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WAUKEGAN, IL 60085 save an estimated $5,245 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $262,225. 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.