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Back of the Yards real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Back of the Yards real estate market, updated for April 2026. *
Back of the Yards home values have climbed quickly over the past year, rising about 34.21 percent. Typical homes now sit around $255,000, well below Chicago’s citywide typical value of $390,000. Inventory is down roughly 9.59 percent year over year, pointing to fewer options for shoppers.
In February 2026, the median list price hovered near $249,000 while buyers faced a median of 88 days on the market. Roughly 24 percent of homes sold above list price, and sellers received about 97.4 percent of their asking price on average.
Conditions lean toward a seller’s market, with a market gauge of 15 and only 66 active listings alongside 63 new listings and 43 pending sales. Inventory has slipped about 5.71 percent since last month, and homes are moving slightly faster with days on market down 3.3 percent month over month and 9.74 percent compared to last year. Looking ahead to March 2026, projections show typical values rising toward $272,500, median list prices nudging up to about $253,550, and inventory easing to around 64 homes. With pending sales down 27.12 percent year over year but new listings up 3.28 percent, conditions are changing, and both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a local expert agent.
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Learn more about what Back of the Yards has to offer.
Back of the Yards offers residents a tight-knit community with affordable housing, parks and recreation, local shops, and opportunities to grow through active neighborhood programs.
Back of the Yards in Chicago stands apart from nearby Pilsen and Bridgeport with its deep industrial roots and strong neighborhood identity. Long associated with the historic Union Stock Yards, the area has evolved into a closely knit residential community where multi‑generation families share the streets with newer arrivals seeking more space and value than they might find in Little Village or New City.
Daily life centers around family, work, and community resources. The Back of the Yards College Prep High School campus and nearby Richard J. Daley Library serve as local anchors for students and lifelong learners. Residents enjoy green space at Sherman Park and connect with neighborhood programming through the Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council, which supports housing, youth services, and cultural events. Access to the Orange Line at Ashland station links the community to downtown and other parts of the city.
Housing here ranges from worker cottages and classic two‑flats to updated single‑family homes, often at more approachable prices than in Brighton Park or McKinley Park. For buyers, understanding block‑by‑block differences and upcoming development is key to timing the right offer. For longtime owners, preparing a home for market and pricing it correctly can unlock strong interest from value‑minded purchasers. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers in Back of the Yards with a real estate agent who knows how to navigate this unique neighborhood and market timing effectively.
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“Working with Kim was an absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish. She had my house under contract in just 10 days, which exceeded all of my expectations! She was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly easy to work with throughout the entire process. Communication was always clear and timely, and she made everything feel smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciated her dedication, responsiveness, and expertise. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!”
Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
“Our experience with Laura was excellent. From the moment we reached out to her everything moved forward quickly. As a first-time seller, I felt comfortable throughout the entire process thanks to Laura's knowledge, accessibility, and responsiveness. She also took the time to understand and cater towards our specific needs. I would highly recommend Laura.”
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices
“Cinny is an interpersonal salesperson with clear understanding of the seller needs. I highly recommend her on your next real estate buy\sell endeavor.”
Century 21 Realty Associates
“Shawn is a perfect example of everything a new homeowner could want in a realtor. He's patient, informative and passionate about helping you find the right home. Shawn goes the extra mile in preparing detailed documents on every listing you visit and has a vast knowledge of property pros and cons. You also know you'll get a honest and trustworthy professional at your side when you work with him. I can't recommend Shawn enough!”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
“Vicky is the best Real Estate agent we have ever known. Her attention to details, suggestions and prep for sale, and her tenaceous approach to making sure all aspects are fully in place prior to a showing was second to none! I am in sales Management and I would hire her tomorrow. She sold our home in 4 days!!! Thank you Vicky!!!”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“Brittany was wonderful to work with. I always felt like she was trying to help me get the house I wanted. It did not feel like she just wanted to sell me the first house to be done.”
Compass
“Would use Lizette again, very easy to work with & very professional. Would recommend here 100% to Friends.”
REALTY OF AMERICA
“Renee O'Brien was very understanding, helpful, and kind .... knowledgable in the house situation and problem solving to move the sale along swiftly...”
Keller Williams North Shore West
“Before using Jeffry as my agent, I had looked at several homes with 3 other agents for almost a year. Within 2 months of working with Jeffry, we found the home that I had been looking for and was the perfect fit.”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago
“John Campobasso was great to work with in selling our unit. He was professional, knowledgeable, and guided us through every step of the process. We really appreciated how upfront and straightforward he was. He always gave us honest feedback and clear expectations. He made the whole experience feel smooth and much less stressful than we anticipated. We’re so glad we worked with him and would definitely recommend his services to anyone looking to buy or sell.”
Keller Williams Thrive Realty
“Great agent - professional, communicative, and results driven. I would highly recommend Steven to anyone buying or selling a home.”
RE/MAX Suburban
“I highly recommend Emir Vulic as a real estate agent. He is incredibly professional, kind, and truly cares about his clients. Emir always provided personalized attention, great market advice, and made sure every decision was in my best interest. He was responsive, trustworthy, and a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. I’m very grateful for his guidance and would not hesitate to work with him again.”
Owners.com
““Working with Meldina Dervisevic to sell our single-family home in Wheeling was an excellent experience from start to finish. Her market knowledge, pricing strategy, and attention to detail helped us attract the right buyer quickly and confidently. Meldina guided us through every step of the process, communicated clearly, and handled negotiations with professionalism and care. Thanks to her expertise, our home sold smoothly and with great results. We highly recommend Meldina to anyone looking to sell their home.””
Century 21 Dream Homes
“Great to work with in all respects, from start to finish!”
Century 21 Affiliated
“Immediately upon meeting Tracy Anderson, I knew that she was the perfect realtor for us. Her local area sales experience, personal involvement and life history within the neighboring suburbs, the positive attitude she projects, and her light-hearted personality were unquestionably ideal for meeting our home selling goals. Tracy managed our sales process expertly and with ease, reflecting a humble confidence and control that created trust and excitement for us. We immediately realized her sales strategy would propel us smoothly to a gratifying sales experience. Prior to live posting on the MLS, we received multiple full price offers from the first day private showings. Tracy's clear communication and skilled negotiating with all involved parties, even prompted an above price offer. We could not be more elated with our time spent with Tracy and her very personal approach. Of course, I sincerely recommend her as a highly exceptional real estate agent.”
Compass
“Dan was very professional throughout the entire process. He was knowledgeable about the neighborhood and broader trends and we were able to respond quickly to market conditions. Dan is very fair, honest, and trustworthy. He is also candid about the condition of the property but strives to get the most value possible for the seller out of the sale. He hired a professional photographer which helped with marketing the property and bringing out its best features. We would recommend Dan to our family and friends.”
Century 21 SGR
“Kathryn went above and beyond. She worked the selling of the home while we were out of the country even. She was the perfect fit for us as an agent.”
Century 21 Affiliated
“Gergana was outstanding from start to finish. She was straightforward, never sugarcoating, and always on point with her suggestions. From the beginning, she came prepared with a clear plan and executed it flawlessly. I was initially worried about listing the house in January, but thanks to Gergana’s expertise and guidance, we were under contract in less than three days, and we received more than our asking price. Her advice was spot-on, and we’re so glad we followed it. We couldn’t be happier with the results and the smooth experience. If we ever need to sell a house again in the future, Gergana will be our first call. Highly recommended!”
Village Realty, Inc
“She was very helpful especially to a first time home buyer. Whatever questions I had about the property she would answer it or get the answer from the listing agent. Was always on time for showings. Would definitely recommend her especially for first time buyers”
Realty of America, LLC
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