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ELMHURST, IL 60126

Real Estate Market Report  ·  DuPage County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
97
⇧ 11.5% vs 87 last year
Pending
36
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$899,900
⇩ 1.3% vs $912,000 last year
Average Price
$1,189,997
⇧ 9.1% vs $1,090,837 last year
Days on Market
58
⇧ 7.4% vs 54 days last year

Market Context

Population: 48,032  ·  Density: 1,655.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $140,176

Typical home value: $519,460  ·  Homeownership: 80.4%

Market Analysis

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

The ELMHURST, IL real estate market (60126) currently shows 97 active listings, with 36 pending sales. Homes are averaging 58 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 58 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.3% year-over-year, from $912,000 to $899,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 97 this year vs 87 last year
  • Days on market: 58 now vs 54 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $899,900 (-1.3% YoY)
  • Average: $1,189,997 (+9.1% 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 6.7 miles — 574 listings ($370,203,816 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60126Elmhurst, IL 601260.0 mi97$115,429,709$899,900$1,189,997
60181Villa Park, IL 601812.2 mi42$18,736,620$387,000$446,110
60162Hillside, IL 601622.9 mi11$3,525,643$344,900$320,513
60104Bellwood, IL 601043.5 mi57$15,700,707$289,900$275,451
60160Melrose Park, IL 601604.2 mi16$5,754,768$344,900$359,673
60148Lombard, IL 601484.2 mi112$67,900,112$385,500$606,251
60101Addison, IL 601014.3 mi48$21,955,968$417,000$457,416
60191Wood Dale, IL 601915.1 mi32$12,040,000$327,450$376,250
60153Maywood, IL 601535.2 mi56$17,845,408$330,000$318,668
60176Schiller Park, IL 601765.7 mi17$5,575,830$325,000$327,990
60305River Forest, IL 603056.3 mi31$18,943,046$376,000$611,066
60521Hinsdale, IL 605216.7 mi38$56,856,360$1,100,000$1,496,220
60143Itasca, IL 601436.7 mi17$9,939,645$549,000$584,685

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELMHURST, IL 60126?

As of January 2026, there are 97 active listings in ELMHURST, IL (zip code 60126), compared to 87 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELMHURST, IL 60126?

The median listing price in ELMHURST, IL 60126 is $899,900 as of January 2026, a 1.3% decrease from $912,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELMHURST, IL 60126 spend an average of 58 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 54 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELMHURST, IL 60126?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ELMHURST, IL 60126 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 58 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELMHURST, IL 60126 save an estimated $17,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $899,900. 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.