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DES PLAINES, IL 60016

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60016

Downtown (Central Business District) · Lee (Lee Business District) · Metropolitan Square · Norma

Market Analysis

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

The DES PLAINES, IL real estate market (60016) currently shows 135 active listings, with 75 pending sales. Homes are averaging 42 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.4% year-over-year, from $349,875 to $334,600.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 61,988  ·  Density: 1,974.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $80,116

Typical home value: $286,348  ·  Homeownership: 68.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
135
⇧ 23.9% vs 109 last year
Pending
75
56% pending ratio
Median Price
$334,600
⇩ 4.4% vs $349,875 last year
Average Price
$355,477
⇩ 2.3% vs $363,862 last year
Days on Market
42
⇧ 27.3% vs 33 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$236
⇩ 2.9% vs $243/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,381 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 135 this year vs 109 last year
  • Days on market: 42 now vs 33 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $334,600 (-4.4% YoY)
  • Average: $355,477 (-2.3% 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 7.9 miles — 675 listings ($413,796,519 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60016Des Plaines, IL 600160.0 mi127$45,151,040$335,500$355,520
60068Park Ridge, IL 600683.6 mi62$42,050,260$599,000$678,230
60018Des Plaines, IL 600183.9 mi34$20,165,094$487,450$593,091
60025Glenview, IL 600254.3 mi79$69,381,592$489,900$878,248
60005Arlington Heights, IL 600055.0 mi53$21,017,044$259,900$396,548
60631Chicago, IL 606315.6 mi33$15,625,863$457,450$473,511
60062Northbrook, IL 600625.7 mi88$100,544,576$769,990$1,142,552
60004Arlington Heights, IL 600046.2 mi56$39,411,960$574,950$703,785
60176Schiller Park, IL 601766.6 mi17$5,575,830$325,000$327,990
60077Skokie, IL 600776.9 mi44$22,486,640$387,444$511,060
60706Harwood Heights, IL 607067.2 mi30$13,257,960$435,000$441,932
60191Wood Dale, IL 601917.6 mi32$12,040,000$327,450$376,250
60131Franklin Park, IL 601317.9 mi20$7,088,660$345,000$354,433

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES PLAINES, IL 60016?

As of February 2026, there are 135 active listings in DES PLAINES, IL (zip code 60016), compared to 109 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES PLAINES, IL 60016?

The median listing price in DES PLAINES, IL 60016 is $334,600 as of February 2026, a 4.4% decrease from $349,875 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES PLAINES, IL 60016 spend an average of 42 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 33 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES PLAINES, IL 60016?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, DES PLAINES, IL 60016 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 42 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DES PLAINES, IL 60016 save an estimated $6,692 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $334,600. 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.