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ESSEX, IL 60935

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Kankakee County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ESSEX, IL real estate market (60935) currently shows 4 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 105 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 105 days on market compared to 19 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.3% year-over-year, from $507,500 to $534,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,235  ·  Density: 25.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $105,583

Typical home value: $231,019  ·  Homeownership: 90.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
vs 4 last year
Pending
2
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$534,500
⇧ 5.3% vs $507,500 last year
Average Price
$534,500
⇧ 6.6% vs $501,250 last year
Days on Market
105
⇧ 452.6% vs 19 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$439
⇧ 103.2% vs $216/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,750 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 105 now vs 19 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $534,500 (+5.3% YoY)
  • Average: $534,500 (+6.6% 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 19.4 miles — 148 listings ($46,738,722 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60935Essex, IL 609350.0 mi4$1,639,968$348,875$409,992
60913Bonfield, IL 609135.8 mi1$285,000$285,000$285,000
60408Braidwood, IL 604087.0 mi15$4,024,335$292,450$268,289
60424Gardner, IL 604248.4 mi5$2,186,875$433,000$437,375
60941Herscher, IL 6094110.1 mi5$1,049,750$209,950$209,950
60444Mazon, IL 6044413.2 mi4$1,469,900$367,475$367,475
60420Dwight, IL 6042014.4 mi6$1,496,748$264,225$249,458
60950Manteno, IL 6095015.7 mi29$10,007,900$359,000$345,100
60915Bradley, IL 6091516.1 mi25$4,563,300$186,750$182,532
60922Chebanse, IL 6092217.3 mi6$1,638,420$213,724$273,070
60946Kempton, IL 6094617.9 mi2$1,522,000$761,000$761,000
60479Verona, IL 6047918.8 mi4$1,400,248$357,500$350,062
60450Morris, IL 6045019.4 mi42$15,454,278$319,000$367,959

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ESSEX, IL 60935?

As of March 2026, there are 4 active listings in ESSEX, IL (zip code 60935), compared to 4 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ESSEX, IL 60935?

The median listing price in ESSEX, IL 60935 is $534,500 as of March 2026, a 5.3% increase from $507,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in ESSEX, IL 60935 spend an average of 105 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 19 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ESSEX, IL 60935?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ESSEX, IL 60935 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 105 days on market compared to 19 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ESSEX, IL 60935 save an estimated $10,690 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $534,500. 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.