Cook County, IL Housing Market Update: August 2026
Key Takeaways Cook County home prices rose 5.1% year over year in August—more than double the national rate of 2.2%—while active listings fell nearly 4%, keeping competition firmly in sellers’ favor. The median sale price reached $383,716, and over 43% of homes sold above asking, compared to just 24
Cook County, IL Housing Market Update: July 2026
Key Takeaways Cook County home prices surged nearly 9% year over year in July—triple the national rate of 3%—as shrinking inventory fueled intense competition. The median sale price reached $396,338, up 8.6% year over year, while active listings fell 3% and nearly half of homes sold above asking. Na
Cook County, IL Housing Market Update: July 2026
Key Takeaways Cook County home prices surged nearly 9% year over year in July—triple the national rate of 3%—as shrinking inventory fueled intense competition. The median sale price reached $396,338, up 8.6% year over year, while active listings fell 3% and nearly half of homes sold above asking. Na
