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ELMHURST, IL 60126

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60126

Downtown Villa Park (Downtown) · Elmhurst City Centre (City Centre) · North Villa Park · South Villa Park · Spring Road (Spring Rd.) · York Vallette Business Association (YVBA)

Market Analysis

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

The ELMHURST, IL real estate market (60126) currently shows 136 active listings, with 63 pending sales. Homes are averaging 37 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 37 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.4% year-over-year, from $1,074,950 to $1,049,675.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
136
⇧ 1.5% vs 134 last year
Pending
63
46% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,049,675
⇩ 2.4% vs $1,074,950 last year
Average Price
$1,175,712
⇧ 5.7% vs $1,112,299 last year
Days on Market
37
⇧ 15.6% vs 32 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$408
⇧ 16.6% vs $350/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,006 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 136 this year vs 134 last year
  • Days on market: 37 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,049,675 (-2.4% YoY)
  • Average: $1,175,712 (+5.7% 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 6.7 miles — 656 listings ($469,408,650 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60126Elmhurst, IL 601260.0 mi122$149,998,512$1,320,000$1,229,496
60181Villa Park, IL 601812.2 mi46$22,232,582$400,000$483,317
60162Hillside, IL 601622.9 mi14$4,586,680$347,475$327,620
60104Bellwood, IL 601043.5 mi57$15,040,248$284,500$263,864
60160Melrose Park, IL 601604.2 mi18$6,435,648$325,000$357,536
60148Lombard, IL 601484.2 mi126$78,571,458$401,075$623,583
60101Addison, IL 601014.3 mi55$27,734,740$447,488$504,268
60191Wood Dale, IL 601915.1 mi31$12,466,402$361,000$402,142
60153Maywood, IL 601535.2 mi54$18,669,042$349,925$345,723
60176Schiller Park, IL 601765.7 mi24$7,441,392$300,000$310,058
60305River Forest, IL 603056.3 mi36$23,806,080$398,500$661,280
60521Hinsdale, IL 605216.7 mi57$93,770,586$1,233,500$1,645,098
60143Itasca, IL 601436.7 mi16$8,655,280$518,175$540,955

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 136 active listings in ELMHURST, IL (zip code 60126), compared to 134 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in ELMHURST, IL 60126 is $1,049,675 as of March 2026, a 2.4% decrease from $1,074,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELMHURST, IL 60126 spend an average of 37 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 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 March 2026, ELMHURST, IL 60126 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 37 days on market compared to 32 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 $20,994 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,049,675. 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.