The Illinois housing market continues to evolve. Here's a comprehensive look at current market conditions based on live MLS data, including inventory levels, pricing trends, and geographic distribution.
20,426
Active Listings
$528,846
Average Price
$25,000
Lowest Price
$9,995,000
Highest Price
Price Distribution
Under $100K
4.3%
$100K – $250K21.8%
4,445
$250K – $500K42.1%
8,601
$500K – $1M20.9%
4,274
$1M+8.8%
1,804
Top 10 Cities by Inventory
| City | Listings | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 4,183 | $640,019 |
| Naperville | 373 | $857,818 |
| Plainfield | 357 | $524,212 |
| Aurora | 317 | $418,423 |
| Joliet | 217 | $329,390 |
| Champaign | 200 | $404,658 |
| Oswego | 179 | $513,888 |
| Elgin | 174 | $439,050 |
| Rockford | 171 | $283,278 |
| Des Plaines | 170 | $415,310 |
Inventory by Property Type
Single Family
14,003avg. $560,842
Condo
2,635avg. $398,033
Ranch
2,514avg. $397,745
Townhouse
1,955avg. $419,667
Bungalow
553avg. $320,981
Colonial
337avg. $823,544
Bedroom Distribution
1
bed
1,002
2
beds
4,587
3
beds
7,864
4
beds
5,013
5
beds
1,440
6
beds
310
7
beds
68
8
beds
16
Summary
As of September 2026, the Illinois housing market has 20,426 active listings with an average price of $528,846. The market offers options across all price ranges, from starter homes under $100K to luxury properties over $1M.
For city-specific market data, visit any city's market report page, for example, the Chicago Market Report.