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CAROL STREAM, IL 60188

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇩ 23.6% vs 55 last year
Pending
22
52% pending ratio
Median Price
$369,900
⇩ 2.5% vs $379,500 last year
Average Price
$394,133
⇩ 4.4% vs $412,316 last year
Days on Market
47
⇧ 30.6% vs 36 days last year

Market Context

Population: 42,219  ·  Density: 1,621.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $104,394

Typical home value: $299,580  ·  Homeownership: 69.2%

Market Analysis

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

The CAROL STREAM, IL real estate market (60188) currently shows 42 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 47 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 47 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.5% year-over-year, from $379,500 to $369,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 55 last year
  • Days on market: 47 now vs 36 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $369,900 (-2.5% YoY)
  • Average: $394,133 (-4.4% 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 8.9 miles — 565 listings ($293,455,702 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60188Carol Stream, IL 601880.0 mi42$16,553,586$369,900$394,133
60108Bloomingdale, IL 601083.0 mi38$20,114,958$425,000$529,341
60190Winfield, IL 601903.3 mi15$6,579,750$382,200$438,650
60185West Chicago, IL 601854.7 mi23$14,167,402$485,000$615,974
60137Glen Ellyn, IL 601374.9 mi61$43,174,031$499,950$707,771
60157Medinah, IL 601575.6 mi5$2,856,665$465,000$571,333
60101Addison, IL 601016.2 mi48$21,955,968$417,000$457,416
60184Wayne, IL 601846.8 mi5$9,048,625$1,797,000$1,809,725
60193Schaumburg, IL 601936.9 mi94$39,483,008$300,000$420,032
60107Streamwood, IL 601077.7 mi78$25,885,392$319,900$331,864
60563Naperville, IL 605638.3 mi65$49,257,650$565,000$757,810
60191Wood Dale, IL 601918.4 mi32$12,040,000$327,450$376,250
60532Lisle, IL 605328.9 mi59$32,338,667$444,000$548,113

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CAROL STREAM, IL 60188?

As of January 2026, there are 42 active listings in CAROL STREAM, IL (zip code 60188), compared to 55 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CAROL STREAM, IL 60188?

The median listing price in CAROL STREAM, IL 60188 is $369,900 as of January 2026, a 2.5% decrease from $379,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in CAROL STREAM, IL 60188 spend an average of 47 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 36 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CAROL STREAM, IL 60188?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CAROL STREAM, IL 60188 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 47 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CAROL STREAM, IL 60188 save an estimated $7,398 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $369,900. 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.