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RIVER FOREST, IL 60305

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇧ 34.8% vs 23 last year
Pending
8
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$376,000
⇧ 18.2% vs $318,033 last year
Average Price
$611,066
⇧ 37.1% vs $445,586 last year
Days on Market
50
⇩ 33.3% vs 75 days last year

Market Context

Population: 11,568  ·  Density: 1,803.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $144,784

Typical home value: $669,769  ·  Homeownership: 87.7%

Market Analysis

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

The RIVER FOREST, IL real estate market (60305) currently shows 31 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 50 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 18.2% year-over-year, from $318,033 to $376,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 23 last year
  • Days on market: 50 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $376,000 (+18.2% YoY)
  • Average: $611,066 (+37.1% 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 4.9 miles — 451 listings ($170,804,619 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60305River Forest, IL 603050.0 mi31$18,943,046$376,000$611,066
60302Oak Park, IL 603021.5 mi56$21,812,392$279,000$389,507
60130Forest Park, IL 601301.9 mi39$12,709,944$269,900$325,896
60304Oak Park, IL 603042.2 mi22$11,480,700$414,000$521,850
60171River Grove, IL 601712.3 mi27$9,750,483$399,000$361,129
60165Stone Park, IL 601653.2 mi5$1,880,000$364,000$376,000
60644Chicago, IL 606443.3 mi33$9,404,505$309,275$284,985
60639Chicago, IL 606393.7 mi33$13,268,673$399,900$402,081
60651Chicago, IL 606514.1 mi67$25,753,862$371,950$384,386
60164Melrose Park, IL 601644.5 mi29$8,188,875$305,000$282,375
60162Hillside, IL 601624.7 mi11$3,525,643$344,900$320,513
60706Harwood Heights, IL 607064.8 mi30$13,257,960$435,000$441,932
60804Cicero, IL 608044.9 mi68$20,828,536$304,000$306,302

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RIVER FOREST, IL 60305?

As of January 2026, there are 31 active listings in RIVER FOREST, IL (zip code 60305), compared to 23 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RIVER FOREST, IL 60305?

The median listing price in RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 is $376,000 as of January 2026, a 18.2% increase from $318,033 the prior year.

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

Homes in RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 spend an average of 50 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RIVER FOREST, IL 60305?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 50 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RIVER FOREST, IL 60305 save an estimated $7,520 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $376,000. 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.