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DES PLAINES, IL 60018

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60018

Lee (Lee Business District) · Norma · Oakton (Oakton Business District)

Market Analysis

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

The DES PLAINES, IL real estate market (60018) currently shows 32 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 27 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 17.5% year-over-year, from $459,338 to $539,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 28,820  ·  Density: 671.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $75,528

Typical home value: $287,387  ·  Homeownership: 72.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
32
⇩ 17.9% vs 39 last year
Pending
16
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$539,750
⇧ 17.5% vs $459,338 last year
Average Price
$661,245
⇧ 37.2% vs $481,943 last year
Days on Market
66
⇧ 144.4% vs 27 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$276
⇧ 3% vs $268/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,976 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 32 this year vs 39 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 27 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $539,750 (+17.5% YoY)
  • Average: $661,245 (+37.2% 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 7.3 miles — 626 listings ($371,812,043 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60018Des Plaines, IL 600180.0 mi34$20,165,094$487,450$593,091
60176Schiller Park, IL 601763.0 mi17$5,575,830$325,000$327,990
60016Des Plaines, IL 600163.9 mi127$45,151,040$335,500$355,520
60131Franklin Park, IL 601314.1 mi20$7,088,660$345,000$354,433
60706Harwood Heights, IL 607064.8 mi30$13,257,960$435,000$441,932
60714Niles, IL 607145.0 mi53$22,573,654$375,000$425,918
60007Elk Grove Village, IL 600075.3 mi60$24,008,040$359,000$400,134
60171River Grove, IL 601715.8 mi27$9,750,483$399,000$361,129
60053Morton Grove, IL 600536.5 mi61$31,795,213$501,745$521,233
60165Stone Park, IL 601656.5 mi5$1,880,000$364,000$376,000
60160Melrose Park, IL 601606.7 mi16$5,754,768$344,900$359,673
60025Glenview, IL 600257.0 mi79$69,381,592$489,900$878,248
60126Elmhurst, IL 601267.3 mi97$115,429,709$899,900$1,189,997

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DES PLAINES, IL 60018?

As of February 2026, there are 32 active listings in DES PLAINES, IL (zip code 60018), compared to 39 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DES PLAINES, IL 60018?

The median listing price in DES PLAINES, IL 60018 is $539,750 as of February 2026, a 17.5% increase from $459,338 the prior year.

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

Homes in DES PLAINES, IL 60018 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 27 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DES PLAINES, IL 60018?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, DES PLAINES, IL 60018 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 66 days on market compared to 27 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 60018 save an estimated $10,795 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $539,750. 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.