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CALUMET CITY, IL 60409

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cook County
Seller's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CALUMET CITY, IL real estate market (60409) currently shows 187 active listings, with 63 pending sales. Homes are averaging 55 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 38 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.7% year-over-year, from $179,225 to $174,375.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 35,708  ·  Density: 1,779.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,727

Typical home value: $125,728  ·  Homeownership: 59.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
187
⇩ 16.9% vs 225 last year
Pending
63
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$174,375
⇩ 2.7% vs $179,225 last year
Average Price
$176,847
⇧ 3.2% vs $171,327 last year
Days on Market
55
⇩ 12.7% vs 63 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$131
⇩ 4.4% vs $137/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,278 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 187 this year vs 225 last year
  • Days on market: 55 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $174,375 (-2.7% YoY)
  • Average: $176,847 (+3.2% 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 7.4 miles — 1,012 listings ($198,992,758 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60409Calumet City, IL 604090.0 mi215$35,367,715$169,450$164,501
60473South Holland, IL 604732.8 mi139$33,387,244$231,000$240,196
46327Hammond, IN 463273.0 mi17$3,321,239$186,200$195,367
46324Hammond, IN 463243.3 mi43$8,808,249$199,450$204,843
60476Thornton, IL 604764.1 mi14$3,244,094$223,725$231,721
46394Whiting, IN 463945.1 mi26$7,000,942$242,250$269,267
60426Harvey, IL 604265.3 mi100$16,242,200$160,000$162,422
46312East Chicago, IN 463125.5 mi27$4,693,734$172,500$173,842
60628Chicago, IL 606286.4 mi243$45,217,197$181,250$186,079
60430Homewood, IL 604306.9 mi108$26,318,952$239,225$243,694
60469Posen, IL 604697.1 mi5$1,135,875$234,500$227,175
60406Blue Island, IL 604067.3 mi49$10,226,643$213,199$208,707
46406Gary, IN 464067.4 mi26$4,028,674$169,999$154,949

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CALUMET CITY, IL 60409?

As of September 2026, there are 187 active listings in CALUMET CITY, IL (zip code 60409), compared to 225 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CALUMET CITY, IL 60409?

The median listing price in CALUMET CITY, IL 60409 is $174,375 as of September 2026, a 2.7% decrease from $179,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in CALUMET CITY, IL 60409 spend an average of 55 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CALUMET CITY, IL 60409?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, CALUMET CITY, IL 60409 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 38 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 55 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

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

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