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CHICAGO, IL 60657

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60657

Boystown · Hamlin Park · Lake View · Lakeview (Wrigleyville) · Lakeview East (East LakeView) · Northalsted (Boys Town) · Roscoe Village

Market Analysis

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

The CHICAGO, IL real estate market (60657) currently shows 196 active listings, with 118 pending sales. Homes are averaging 18 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 32 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 18 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.4% year-over-year, from $520,000 to $558,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 71,192  ·  Density: 12,640.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $105,428

Typical home value: $532,827  ·  Homeownership: 37.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
196
⇩ 14% vs 228 last year
Pending
118
60% pending ratio
Median Price
$558,500
⇧ 7.4% vs $520,000 last year
Average Price
$914,467
⇩ 4% vs $952,948 last year
Days on Market
18
⇩ 40% vs 30 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$381
⇧ 2.4% vs $372/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,725 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 196 this year vs 228 last year
  • Days on market: 18 now vs 30 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $558,500 (+7.4% YoY)
  • Average: $914,467 (-4% 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 5.1 miles — 1,230 listings ($1,244,380,649 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60657Chicago, IL 606570.0 mi152$148,752,064$568,750$978,632
60614Chicago, IL 606141.2 mi161$322,799,687$1,242,500$2,004,967
60618Chicago, IL 606182.5 mi122$129,209,346$741,250$1,059,093
60610Chicago, IL 606102.6 mi211$254,776,381$511,000$1,207,471
60622Chicago, IL 606222.9 mi136$142,843,520$772,248$1,050,320
60654Chicago, IL 606543.4 mi134$107,285,760$454,250$800,640
60660Chicago, IL 606603.6 mi106$33,592,884$228,199$316,914
60606Chicago, IL 606064.1 mi19$10,131,161$461,000$533,219
60602Chicago, IL 606024.1 mi22$17,019,706$746,625$773,623
60659Chicago, IL 606594.3 mi41$16,661,949$330,225$406,389
60604Chicago, IL 606044.5 mi5$2,915,625$579,500$583,125
60641Chicago, IL 606414.8 mi57$35,460,726$449,250$622,118
60651Chicago, IL 606515.1 mi64$22,931,840$357,500$358,310

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHICAGO, IL 60657?

As of March 2026, there are 196 active listings in CHICAGO, IL (zip code 60657), compared to 228 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHICAGO, IL 60657?

The median listing price in CHICAGO, IL 60657 is $558,500 as of March 2026, a 7.4% increase from $520,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHICAGO, IL 60657 spend an average of 18 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 30 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHICAGO, IL 60657?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CHICAGO, IL 60657 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 32 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 18 days on market compared to 30 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 60657 save an estimated $11,170 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $558,500. 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.