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EVANSTON, IL 60202

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cook County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60202

Brummel Park (Brummel Park Neighborhood) · Clyde Avenue (Clyde Ave) · Crown Park (Crown Park Neighbors) · Dewey-Darrow (Dewey-Darrow Neighbors) · Lakeshore (Lakeshore Historic District) · Nichols (Nichols Neighbors) · Ridge (Ridge Historic District) · Rogers Park · Southeast Evanston (Southeast)

Market Analysis

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

The EVANSTON, IL real estate market (60202) currently shows 81 active listings, with 53 pending sales. Homes are averaging 30 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 30 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 11.9% year-over-year, from $519,250 to $457,450.

Whether you are buying or selling in EVANSTON, IL, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 33,868  ·  Density: 4,280.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $96,869

Typical home value: $367,193  ·  Homeownership: 56.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
81
⇧ 50% vs 54 last year
Pending
53
65% pending ratio
Median Price
$457,450
⇩ 11.9% vs $519,250 last year
Average Price
$690,341
⇩ 14.7% vs $809,378 last year
Days on Market
30
⇧ 100% vs 15 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$288
⇩ 10.3% vs $321/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,532 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 81 this year vs 54 last year
  • Days on market: 30 now vs 15 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $457,450 (-11.9% YoY)
  • Average: $690,341 (-14.7% 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 7.0 miles — 912 listings ($688,950,465 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60202Evanston, IL 602020.0 mi54$32,750,622$420,925$606,493
60626Chicago, IL 606261.8 mi65$20,385,170$250,350$313,618
60203Evanston, IL 602031.9 mi7$4,412,450$614,700$630,350
60712Lincolnwood, IL 607122.8 mi25$23,527,150$644,000$941,086
60660Chicago, IL 606603.0 mi106$33,592,884$228,199$316,914
60091Wilmette, IL 600913.8 mi54$85,218,210$1,167,500$1,578,115
60640Chicago, IL 606404.2 mi104$59,613,632$326,000$573,208
60646Chicago, IL 606464.5 mi40$25,964,480$572,000$649,112
60630Chicago, IL 606305.3 mi50$22,942,300$454,700$458,846
60618Chicago, IL 606185.8 mi122$129,209,346$741,250$1,059,093
60714Niles, IL 607146.3 mi54$23,390,424$406,150$433,156
60657Chicago, IL 606576.5 mi152$148,752,064$568,750$978,632
60025Glenview, IL 600257.0 mi79$79,191,733$597,475$1,002,427

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in EVANSTON, IL 60202?

As of April 2026, there are 81 active listings in EVANSTON, IL (zip code 60202), compared to 54 the prior year.

What is the median home price in EVANSTON, IL 60202?

The median listing price in EVANSTON, IL 60202 is $457,450 as of April 2026, a 11.9% decrease from $519,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in EVANSTON, IL 60202 spend an average of 30 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 15 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in EVANSTON, IL 60202?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, EVANSTON, IL 60202 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 30 days on market compared to 15 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in EVANSTON, IL 60202 save an estimated $9,149 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $457,450. 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.