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DARIEN, IL 60561

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

Market Analysis

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

The DARIEN, IL real estate market (60561) currently shows 54 active listings, with 34 pending sales. Homes are averaging 24 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 24 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 9.3% year-over-year, from $469,500 to $425,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 22,997  ·  Density: 1,336.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $110,061

Typical home value: $377,826  ·  Homeownership: 80.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
54
⇧ 8% vs 50 last year
Pending
34
63% pending ratio
Median Price
$425,750
⇩ 9.3% vs $469,500 last year
Average Price
$490,456
⇧ 1% vs $485,410 last year
Days on Market
24
⇧ 41.2% vs 17 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$247
⇧ 3.8% vs $238/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,831 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 54 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 24 now vs 17 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $425,750 (-9.3% YoY)
  • Average: $490,456 (+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
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 8.9 miles — 643 listings ($489,637,151 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60561Darien, IL 605610.0 mi41$24,456,746$490,700$596,506
60527Willowbrook, IL 605272.5 mi91$122,197,894$1,100,000$1,342,834
60559Westmont, IL 605593.5 mi30$10,999,140$382,450$366,638
60521Hinsdale, IL 605214.7 mi57$93,770,586$1,233,500$1,645,098
60515Downers Grove, IL 605155.0 mi98$62,968,626$441,250$642,537
60440Bolingbrook, IL 604405.7 mi95$33,232,900$339,850$349,820
60532Lisle, IL 605326.2 mi72$37,732,680$433,725$524,065
60523Oak Brook, IL 605236.5 mi38$54,442,752$839,000$1,432,704
60458Justice, IL 604587.6 mi20$7,509,020$375,000$375,451
60464Palos Park, IL 604647.8 mi22$12,099,428$397,500$549,974
60501Summit Argo, IL 605018.5 mi16$5,108,496$305,250$319,281
60154Westchester, IL 601548.6 mi36$14,018,616$388,850$389,406
60513Brookfield, IL 605138.9 mi27$11,100,267$390,000$411,121

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DARIEN, IL 60561?

As of April 2026, there are 54 active listings in DARIEN, IL (zip code 60561), compared to 50 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DARIEN, IL 60561?

The median listing price in DARIEN, IL 60561 is $425,750 as of April 2026, a 9.3% decrease from $469,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in DARIEN, IL 60561 spend an average of 24 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 17 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DARIEN, IL 60561?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, DARIEN, IL 60561 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 24 days on market compared to 17 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DARIEN, IL 60561 save an estimated $8,515 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $425,750. 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.