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WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 60185

Alta Vista Gardens · Appletree · Cornerstone Lakes · Downtown West Chicago (Downtown) · Fair Meadows · Forest Preserve · Hampton Hills · High Lake (Highlake) · Hillside · Oak Meadows · Roosevelt Highlands · Woodland

Market Analysis

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

The WEST CHICAGO, IL real estate market (60185) currently shows 31 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 29 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 29 days on market compared to 45 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 18.4% year-over-year, from $465,750 to $551,225.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 34,049  ·  Density: 425.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $97,415

Typical home value: $300,131  ·  Homeownership: 77.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
31
⇩ 11.4% vs 35 last year
Pending
16
52% pending ratio
Median Price
$551,225
⇧ 18.4% vs $465,750 last year
Average Price
$734,133
⇧ 56.3% vs $469,733 last year
Days on Market
29
⇩ 35.6% vs 45 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$271
⇧ 26.6% vs $214/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,468 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 31 this year vs 35 last year
  • Days on market: 29 now vs 45 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $551,225 (+18.4% YoY)
  • Average: $734,133 (+56.3% 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 9.7 miles — 577 listings ($369,829,171 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
60185West Chicago, IL 601850.0 mi23$14,167,402$485,000$615,974
60184Wayne, IL 601844.5 mi5$9,048,625$1,797,000$1,809,725
60174Saint Charles, IL 601744.9 mi65$60,380,840$600,000$928,936
60187Wheaton, IL 601875.5 mi23$12,659,499$475,000$550,413
60189Wheaton, IL 601896.1 mi35$25,334,365$610,000$723,839
60134Geneva, IL 601346.6 mi54$37,123,920$549,000$687,480
60133Hanover Park, IL 601336.9 mi49$16,285,738$330,000$332,362
60108Bloomingdale, IL 601087.4 mi38$20,114,958$425,000$529,341
60137Glen Ellyn, IL 601378.1 mi61$43,174,031$499,950$707,771
60177South Elgin, IL 601778.2 mi68$30,336,364$405,490$446,123
60542North Aurora, IL 605429.0 mi49$24,416,945$504,975$498,305
60540Naperville, IL 605409.7 mi56$61,251,680$727,450$1,093,780
60120Elgin, IL 601209.7 mi51$15,534,804$289,950$304,604

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185?

As of February 2026, there are 31 active listings in WEST CHICAGO, IL (zip code 60185), compared to 35 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185?

The median listing price in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 is $551,225 as of February 2026, a 18.4% increase from $465,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WEST CHICAGO, IL?

Homes in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 spend an average of 29 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 45 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 29 days on market compared to 45 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WEST CHICAGO, IL?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185 save an estimated $11,025 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $551,225. 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.