The Dobbs Report – Chicago Real Estate Market Overview – April 2026
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April 2026 pushed the spring market further into high gear, with more inventory coming on, but still not enough to meaningfully ease the broader supply shortage. Active listings rose to 1,717 from 1,498 in March, and new listings increased again to 2,088 from 1,864, clear evidence that more sellers are entering the market. Even so, inventory remains historically tight, and buyers are still encountering strong competition when the right homes come up for sale.
That competitive pressure is showing up clearly in the market’s pace and pricing strength. Market time dropped sharply again, to 41 days from 55 in March, while the original list-to-closed ratio climbed to 102.3% from 100.9%, a strong sign that attractive, well-positioned homes are continuing to draw aggressive interest and often sell above asking. Closed sales also rose to 1,355 from 1,153, reinforcing that demand remains very active. Overall, April continued the same central story: a fast-moving spring market that remains challenging for buyers, but distinctly advantageous for sellers presenting attractive, well-prepared homes.
Chicago Homes – Dynamic Market Overview
| City | Num Active Listings | Avg Listing Price | Avg Price Reduction | Avg Days on Market | Avg Price per SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,353 | $490,056 | -6.7% | 208 | $207 |
| 2,353 | $490,056 | -6.7% | 208 | $207 |
| City | Num Active Listings | Avg Listing Price | Avg Price Reduction | Avg Days on Market | Avg Price per SqFt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 10,823 | $540,794 | -4.8% | 83 | $323 |
| 10,823 | $540,794 | -4.8% | 83 | $323 |
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