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CHICAGO, IL 60609

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60609

Armour Patch · Armour Square · Back of the Yards · Bridgeport · Canaryville · Fuller Park · Gage Park · Grand Boulevard · McKinley Park · New City · New City (Back of the Yards) · New Patch · Packingtown · Whiskey Point · Whiskey Row

Market Analysis

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

The CHICAGO, IL real estate market (60609) currently shows 60 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 21% year-over-year, from $325,000 to $256,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 63,241  ·  Density: 3,150.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $47,209

Typical home value: $228,662  ·  Homeownership: 39.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
60
⇩ 9.1% vs 66 last year
Pending
23
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$256,750
⇩ 21% vs $325,000 last year
Average Price
$297,926
⇩ 17.8% vs $362,314 last year
Days on Market
52
⇩ 22.4% vs 67 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$212
⇧ 10.4% vs $192/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,170 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 60 this year vs 66 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 67 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $256,750 (-21% YoY)
  • Average: $297,926 (-17.8% 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 5.7 miles — 1,100 listings ($574,030,087 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60609Chicago, IL 606090.0 mi57$16,038,261$247,450$281,373
60608Chicago, IL 606082.6 mi75$31,844,775$367,498$424,597
60621Chicago, IL 606212.6 mi48$9,599,664$193,675$199,993
60615Chicago, IL 606152.8 mi134$53,432,768$287,250$398,752
60637Chicago, IL 606373.4 mi124$47,830,892$279,500$385,733
60623Chicago, IL 606234.0 mi17$5,163,801$323,675$303,753
60607Chicago, IL 606074.3 mi130$112,144,630$487,500$862,651
60606Chicago, IL 606064.9 mi19$10,131,161$461,000$533,219
60661Chicago, IL 606614.9 mi40$21,870,200$447,500$546,755
60612Chicago, IL 606125.0 mi74$47,823,018$452,000$646,257
60601Chicago, IL 606015.3 mi119$153,637,449$792,000$1,291,071
60619Chicago, IL 606195.4 mi196$44,035,320$234,450$224,670
60804Cicero, IL 608045.7 mi67$20,478,148$301,950$305,644

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHICAGO, IL 60609?

As of March 2026, there are 60 active listings in CHICAGO, IL (zip code 60609), compared to 66 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHICAGO, IL 60609?

The median listing price in CHICAGO, IL 60609 is $256,750 as of March 2026, a 21% decrease from $325,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHICAGO, IL 60609 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 67 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHICAGO, IL 60609?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CHICAGO, IL 60609 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 6 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 67 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 60609 save an estimated $5,135 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $256,750. 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.