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

Market Overview

Active Listings
68
⇩ 8.1% vs 74 last year
Pending
26
38% pending ratio
Median Price
$447,450
⇧ 15.6% vs $387,150 last year
Average Price
$593,914
⇧ 10.8% vs $535,935 last year
Days on Market
54
⇩ 22.9% vs 70 days last year

Market Context

Population: 34,459  ·  Density: 3,577.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,858

Typical home value: $340,537  ·  Homeownership: 32.3%

Market Analysis

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

The CHICAGO, IL real estate market (60612) currently shows 68 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 54 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 54 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 15.6% year-over-year, from $387,150 to $447,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 68 this year vs 74 last year
  • Days on market: 54 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $447,450 (+15.6% YoY)
  • Average: $593,914 (+10.8% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 4.6 miles — 1,067 listings ($958,207,486 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60612Chicago, IL 606120.0 mi68$40,386,152$447,450$593,914
60624Chicago, IL 606241.8 mi24$7,004,688$246,000$291,862
60642Chicago, IL 606422.1 mi51$53,639,250$885,000$1,051,750
60608Chicago, IL 606082.3 mi65$26,605,800$359,995$409,320
60623Chicago, IL 606232.7 mi15$4,259,580$293,000$283,972
60647Chicago, IL 606472.9 mi74$57,509,692$674,900$777,158
60602Chicago, IL 606023.0 mi18$14,683,698$750,000$815,761
60603Chicago, IL 606033.1 mi20$11,488,000$575,000$574,400
60601Chicago, IL 606013.4 mi95$123,325,105$812,000$1,298,159
60644Chicago, IL 606443.6 mi33$9,404,505$309,275$284,985
60611Chicago, IL 606113.7 mi414$469,790,640$690,000$1,134,760
60657Chicago, IL 606574.4 mi122$119,281,840$587,500$977,720
60804Cicero, IL 608044.6 mi68$20,828,536$304,000$306,302

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHICAGO, IL 60612?

As of January 2026, there are 68 active listings in CHICAGO, IL (zip code 60612), compared to 74 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHICAGO, IL 60612?

The median listing price in CHICAGO, IL 60612 is $447,450 as of January 2026, a 15.6% increase from $387,150 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHICAGO, IL 60612 spend an average of 54 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHICAGO, IL 60612?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHICAGO, IL 60612 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 54 days on market compared to 70 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 60612 save an estimated $8,949 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $447,450. 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.