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EVANSTON, IL 60202

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

The EVANSTON, IL real estate market (60202) currently shows 67 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 27 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 27 days on market compared to 23 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 17.8% year-over-year, from $399,000 to $469,950.

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
67
⇧ 34% vs 50 last year
Pending
34
51% pending ratio
Median Price
$469,950
⇧ 17.8% vs $399,000 last year
Average Price
$638,271
⇧ 1.8% vs $627,032 last year
Days on Market
27
⇧ 17.4% vs 23 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$302
⇧ 3.4% vs $292/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,533 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 67 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 27 now vs 23 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $469,950 (+17.8% YoY)
  • Average: $638,271 (+1.8% 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 March 2026, there are 67 active listings in EVANSTON, IL (zip code 60202), compared to 50 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in EVANSTON, IL 60202 is $469,950 as of March 2026, a 17.8% increase from $399,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in EVANSTON, IL 60202 spend an average of 27 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 23 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 March 2026, EVANSTON, IL 60202 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 27 days on market compared to 23 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 $9,399 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $469,950. 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.