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.
21,431
Active Listings
$516,149
Average Price
$25,000
Lowest Price
$10,000,000
Highest Price
Price Distribution
Under $100K
4.1%
$100K – $250K22.7%
4,870
$250K – $500K42.8%
9,176
$500K – $1M20.1%
4,318
$1M+8.2%
1,755
Top 10 Cities by Inventory
| City | Listings | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 4,279 | $626,247 |
| Naperville | 392 | $836,513 |
| Plainfield | 369 | $520,188 |
| Aurora | 319 | $420,461 |
| Joliet | 235 | $316,725 |
| Champaign | 198 | $387,630 |
| Elgin | 184 | $457,227 |
| Oswego | 180 | $517,467 |
| Orland Park | 173 | $574,112 |
| Oak Lawn | 168 | $322,067 |
Inventory by Property Type
Single Family
14,764avg. $544,019
Condo
2,788avg. $390,727
Ranch
2,772avg. $390,675
Townhouse
1,973avg. $425,073
Bungalow
583avg. $302,196
Colonial
333avg. $786,815
Bedroom Distribution
1
bed
1,047
2
beds
4,885
3
beds
8,380
4
beds
5,160
5
beds
1,428
6
beds
335
7
beds
65
8
beds
17
Summary
As of October 2026, the Illinois housing market has 21,431 active listings with an average price of $516,149. 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.