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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the St. Ben's real estate market, updated for May 2026. *
Home values in St. Ben's have been climbing rapidly, with a typical home value of about $1,125,000 in March 2026, up 30.81% from last year and 16.28% just since February. By comparison, the broader Chicago area sits closer to $411,050, highlighting how premium this neighborhood has become.
Listing and contract activity reflect these higher prices. The median list price was $785,000 in March, even as it moved down 30.22% from the prior month. Homes are spending around 32 days on the market, which is nearly 69% faster than a month ago. St. Ben's is also classified as a Seller's Market with a low market gauge of 12.
Inventory has ticked up to 15 homes, a 36.36% increase month over month, while 17 new listings came on the market, down 15% from last year. Pending sales reached 13 in March but are about 35% lower than a year ago, and roughly 71% of recent sales closed above the asking price with an average sale-to-list ratio of 1.0437. Looking ahead to April 2026, projections show typical home values rising to about $1,203,750 and inventory edging up to 17, even as the projected median list price shifts toward $615,000. In this fast-moving environment for both buyers and sellers, Agent Pronto can connect you with a local St. Ben's real estate expert who understands these dynamics.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
St. Ben's offers residents a tight-knit community with welcoming local gathering spots, accessible greenspace, and thriving small businesses that foster everyday connection and pride.
St. Ben's offers an easy, walkable routine where neighbors greet each other on tree lined streets and life moves at a comfortable city pace. Centered around the historic St. Benedict Parish and School, the neighborhood blends long time residents with newcomers drawn to its strong community feel and practical conveniences.
Families appreciate the nearby Bell Elementary School and other well regarded Chicago Public Schools options. Weekends often revolve around youth sports at Revere Park or a short trip to sprawling Winnemac Park. Local spots along Irving Park Road and Damen Avenue offer casual dining, coffee, and pubs, while larger shopping choices in North Center and Roscoe Village are just minutes away.
Commuters value quick access to the Brown Line at Irving Park station and multiple bus routes that connect easily to Lakeview and downtown. The City of Chicago manages neighborhood services, street maintenance, and permits that matter to homeowners and investors alike, and the surrounding Lincoln Square area adds more restaurants, cultural events, and small businesses to the mix.
Whether you are relocating to St. Ben's or considering a move within the neighborhood, the right local real estate agent can help you navigate school options, housing styles, and micro pockets of demand with confidence. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with agents who truly understand St. Ben's.
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“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.”
“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.”
“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!”
“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.”
“Would use Lizette again, very easy to work with & very professional. Would recommend here 100% to Friends.”
“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.”
““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.””
“Miguel was amazing 10/10 definitely recommend! He is very knowledgeable and super attentive, he really made this first time home buying process very smooth and the best of all is that he was very understanding.”
“Juan helped us immensely in buying our first home and answered every question we had. Would 100% recommend.”
“Paula helped us every step of the way when we purchased our first home. I would recommend her to everyone. She always made time to answer our questions and explain the process. She's simply the best!”
“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.”
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