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

Market Overview

Active Listings
65
⇩ 14.5% vs 76 last year
Pending
14
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$359,995
⇩ 7.3% vs $388,250 last year
Average Price
$409,320
⇩ 8.7% vs $448,271 last year
Days on Market
42
⇩ 31.1% vs 61 days last year

Market Context

Population: 82,749  ·  Density: 5,114.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,821

Typical home value: $322,592  ·  Homeownership: 39.5%

Market Analysis

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

The CHICAGO, IL real estate market (60608) currently shows 65 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 42 days on market compared to 61 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.3% year-over-year, from $388,250 to $359,995.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 65 this year vs 76 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 61 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $359,995 (-7.3% YoY)
  • Average: $409,320 (-8.7% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 5.1 miles — 1,052 listings ($692,938,609 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60608Chicago, IL 606080.0 mi65$26,605,800$359,995$409,320
60616Chicago, IL 606162.3 mi124$48,994,136$370,000$395,114
60623Chicago, IL 606232.4 mi15$4,259,580$293,000$283,972
60661Chicago, IL 606612.7 mi38$17,496,264$437,000$460,428
60605Chicago, IL 606052.9 mi124$60,619,012$382,450$488,863
60603Chicago, IL 606033.1 mi20$11,488,000$575,000$574,400
60632Chicago, IL 606323.4 mi40$14,176,600$365,000$354,415
60654Chicago, IL 606543.5 mi111$105,439,233$462,000$949,903
60642Chicago, IL 606423.7 mi51$53,639,250$885,000$1,051,750
60622Chicago, IL 606223.8 mi100$101,471,100$739,950$1,014,711
60610Chicago, IL 606104.2 mi155$189,168,045$520,000$1,220,439
60615Chicago, IL 606154.8 mi125$44,035,625$285,000$352,285
60636Chicago, IL 606365.1 mi84$15,545,964$188,450$185,071

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHICAGO, IL 60608?

As of January 2026, there are 65 active listings in CHICAGO, IL (zip code 60608), compared to 76 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHICAGO, IL 60608?

The median listing price in CHICAGO, IL 60608 is $359,995 as of January 2026, a 7.3% decrease from $388,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHICAGO, IL 60608 spend an average of 42 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 61 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHICAGO, IL 60608?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHICAGO, IL 60608 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 11 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 42 days on market compared to 61 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHICAGO, IL 60608 save an estimated $7,200 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $359,995. 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.