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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for July 2026. *
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Lincoln Square real estate market. *
Apr 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Apr 2026 - Jun 2026).
Year over year, Lincoln Square’s rolling three-month data shows notable price strength, with the typical home value up just over 20 percent while Chicago overall is up about 7 percent. At the same time, homes are taking longer to sell than a year ago, with median days on market jumping to 38 and months of supply up more than 38 percent, signaling a bit more breathing room than last summer.
Looking at the latest three-month period ending in June 2026, buyers are seeing more choice, with 186 active listings, only slightly below last year but up from earlier in the year. Even with this added inventory, conditions still lean toward sellers, backed by a low 1.6 months of supply and a market gauge that classifies Lincoln Square as a seller’s market.
Demand remains strong, as shown by 66 percent of homes selling above list price and an average sale-to-list ratio of about 105.5 percent, both up compared with last year. Rolling three-month sales counts are lower than a year ago, yet pending sales have inched higher, suggesting current buyers are active and committed. To navigate these mixed signals and make the most of Lincoln Square’s evolving dynamics, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a local real estate agent.
Lincoln Square offers residents a welcoming, walkable neighborhood with diverse dining, vibrant arts, green spaces, and a strong sense of community that makes everyday life convenient and enjoyable.
Lincoln Square in Chicago blends easy access to the city with a comfortable, neighborhood feel. Centered around the Western Brown Line stop, it offers quick transit downtown while remaining walkable for daily errands, dining, and recreation.
The heart of the area is the pedestrian stretch of Lincoln Avenue, home to independent shops, cafes, and long‑time favorites like the Old Town School of Folk Music. Families appreciate practical amenities such as the Sulzer Regional Library and nearby Welles Park with its athletic fields and community center. Dining ranges from classic German restaurants around the square to modern spots along Damen and Ravenswood, with Green City Market Lincoln Square offering seasonal produce and local goods.
Commuters benefit from the Brown Line as well as Metra access at Ravenswood, and cyclists use neighborhood greenways to reach North Center and Albany Park. Housing options include vintage walk‑ups, courtyard condos, and updated single‑family homes, drawing both first‑time buyers and long‑term residents.
With varied housing stock, competitive demand, and evolving zoning along nearby Uptown and Ravenswood, local insight matters. A knowledgeable Lincoln Square agent can clarify school boundaries, parking rules, and transit tradeoffs, reducing stress for buyers and helping sellers price strategically. Agent Pronto connects you with that local expertise so both buyers and sellers can move forward with confidence.
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“My family and I were very fortunate to have the support of Brittany during the selling of our condo. She's professional, knowledgeable and personable which minimized the stress of the process for us. I would definitely recommend her services to family and friends! Thank you again Brittany for being apart of this journey with us!!”
“Paula had a very calming, professional presence to her. Paula was on-time, knowledgeable, brought up important points, suggestions and realistic timelines. Home looking is exciting and stressful and a good Agent in my opinion, reels you in a little towards reality. Pumping the brakes. Paula's communication was consistent and accurate and she was there when I needed her. Certainly made the process easier for me and I am happy to have worked with her.”
“Meldina is an expert in the local market and an exceptional negotiator. Her professionalism, communication, and dedication exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend her!”
“Working with Emir is always a pleasure. He was very helpful in coordinating work on our house for sale, working with vendors and providing valuable feedback on neccesary work vs. potential work items unlikely to generate return. We closed sale of house 3 weeks from time of first listing. I'd worked with Emir before and hope to do so again in the future.”
“Our house could be considered high end property in the neighborhood. Cinny worked hard to get it under the contract in a week and sold our house a little over a month. We are happy about the result. During the process, there were ups and downs which made us nervious. Cinny listened to our concerns and gave us professional advice.”
“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!”
“Would use Lizette again, very easy to work with & very professional. Would recommend here 100% to Friends.”
“Juan helped us immensely in buying our first home and answered every question we had. Would 100% recommend.”
“Antonio was always available for questions and always prompt in his replies. An ecellent experience.”
“The referral of Mike Frank was the best decision we made! Mike Frank is detailed, thorough, responsive and a joy to work with. He went above and beyond to deliver us the kind of customer service we could only have hoped and imagined. Results and not excuses! Thank you for this referral!”
“Working with James was a terrific experience. He is most knowledgeable and realistic when evaluating real estate. He always kept me informed and had timely calls regarding our next decisions. I recommend him most highly.”
“Larry is by far the most AMAZING Realtor. He was always very responsive to my calls, texts, request, etc. We built up such a great relationship through this crazy process, that even after we closed on our new home, he reached out to check on us. He is always looking to get the best deal for his clients. He is like family now to us and will always have his own seat next to the firepit in our backyard. I would DEFINETLY recommend Larry to anyone and everyone looking to buy or sell. AMAZING.. Can't say enough Great things about Larry.”
“Easily one of the best realtors, he was extremely friendly didn’t rush us for houses tours. He also showed my family and me plenty of houses on the market for months.”
There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around Lincoln Square. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.
Choosing a real estate agent to help you buy or sell property is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. You want to make sure your agent is an expert in your area, has a proven record helping people buy and sell similar homes to yours, and is well regarded by their previous clients. Let us know a few details about the property you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and Agent Pronto will match you with trusted real estate agents that have the experience you need. And before you interview an agent, check out our top five questions to ask a buyer’s agent and listing agent.
We consider performance metrics, close rates, specialties, and client reviews to qualify the best full-time agents. We then take the information you provide about the home you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and analyze the top local agents with the right experience for your specific needs. For more than a decade, we've helped hundreds of thousands of home buyers and sellers find the right agent. Get started now and find the perfect real estate agent.
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