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Real Estate Market Report  ·  Cook County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
38
⇩ 9.5% vs 42 last year
Pending
13
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$437,000
⇧ 1.2% vs $432,000 last year
Average Price
$460,428
⇩ 1% vs $464,879 last year
Days on Market
77
⇧ 140.6% vs 32 days last year

Market Context

Population: 11,513  ·  Density: 14,546.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $139,748

Typical home value: $409,268  ·  Homeownership: 31.4%

Market Analysis

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

The CHICAGO, IL real estate market (60661) currently shows 38 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 77 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 77 days on market compared to 32 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.2% year-over-year, from $432,000 to $437,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 38 this year vs 42 last year
  • Days on market: 77 now vs 32 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $437,000 (+1.2% YoY)
  • Average: $460,428 (-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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 5.2 miles — 1,204 listings ($1,148,101,921 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60661Chicago, IL 606610.0 mi38$17,496,264$437,000$460,428
60607Chicago, IL 606070.7 mi108$88,939,188$549,950$823,511
60602Chicago, IL 606020.8 mi18$14,683,698$750,000$815,761
60603Chicago, IL 606030.9 mi20$11,488,000$575,000$574,400
60610Chicago, IL 606101.5 mi155$189,168,045$520,000$1,220,439
60611Chicago, IL 606111.5 mi414$469,790,640$690,000$1,134,760
60612Chicago, IL 606122.3 mi68$40,386,152$447,450$593,914
60608Chicago, IL 606082.7 mi65$26,605,800$359,995$409,320
60614Chicago, IL 606142.8 mi106$186,116,496$895,000$1,755,816
60647Chicago, IL 606474.0 mi74$57,509,692$674,900$777,158
60623Chicago, IL 606234.5 mi15$4,259,580$293,000$283,972
60609Chicago, IL 606094.9 mi56$15,904,504$244,900$284,009
60651Chicago, IL 606515.2 mi67$25,753,862$371,950$384,386

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHICAGO, IL 60661?

As of January 2026, there are 38 active listings in CHICAGO, IL (zip code 60661), compared to 42 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHICAGO, IL 60661?

The median listing price in CHICAGO, IL 60661 is $437,000 as of January 2026, a 1.2% increase from $432,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHICAGO, IL 60661 spend an average of 77 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 32 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHICAGO, IL 60661?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHICAGO, IL 60661 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 77 days on market compared to 32 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 60661 save an estimated $8,740 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $437,000. 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.