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WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
23
⇩ 37.8% vs 37 last year
Pending
8
35% pending ratio
Median Price
$485,000
⇩ 8.7% vs $531,000 last year
Average Price
$615,974
⇧ 16.7% vs $527,672 last year
Days on Market
59
⇧ 40.5% vs 42 days last year

Market Context

Population: 34,049  ·  Density: 425.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $97,415

Typical home value: $300,131  ·  Homeownership: 77.9%

Market Analysis

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

The WEST CHICAGO, IL real estate market (60185) currently shows 23 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 59 days on market compared to 42 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.7% year-over-year, from $531,000 to $485,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 23 this year vs 37 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 42 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $485,000 (-8.7% YoY)
  • Average: $615,974 (+16.7% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.7 miles — 577 listings ($369,829,171 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60185West Chicago, IL 601850.0 mi23$14,167,402$485,000$615,974
60184Wayne, IL 601844.5 mi5$9,048,625$1,797,000$1,809,725
60174Saint Charles, IL 601744.9 mi65$60,380,840$600,000$928,936
60187Wheaton, IL 601875.5 mi23$12,659,499$475,000$550,413
60189Wheaton, IL 601896.1 mi35$25,334,365$610,000$723,839
60134Geneva, IL 601346.6 mi54$37,123,920$549,000$687,480
60133Hanover Park, IL 601336.9 mi49$16,285,738$330,000$332,362
60108Bloomingdale, IL 601087.4 mi38$20,114,958$425,000$529,341
60137Glen Ellyn, IL 601378.1 mi61$43,174,031$499,950$707,771
60177South Elgin, IL 601778.2 mi68$30,336,364$405,490$446,123
60542North Aurora, IL 605429.0 mi49$24,416,945$504,975$498,305
60540Naperville, IL 605409.7 mi56$61,251,680$727,450$1,093,780
60120Elgin, IL 601209.7 mi51$15,534,804$289,950$304,604

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185?

As of January 2026, there are 23 active listings in WEST CHICAGO, IL (zip code 60185), compared to 37 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185?

The median listing price in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 is $485,000 as of January 2026, a 8.7% decrease from $531,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 spend an average of 59 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 42 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 14 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 59 days on market compared to 42 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 save an estimated $9,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $485,000. 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.