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DeKalb real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the DeKalb real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
May 1, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
Median sale price
$275K
+7%
from
Q2 '26
Median list price
$262K
-0.9%
from
Q2 '26
Active listings
182
+6.4%
from
Q2 '26
Homes sold
100
+9.9%
from
Q2 '26
New pendings
99
+1%
from
Q2 '26
New listings
115
No change
from
Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for DeKalb
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for DeKalb
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for DeKalb
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for DeKalb
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for DeKalb
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for DeKalb
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
18
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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40
60
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100
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100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (May 2026 - Jul 2026).
DeKalb currently leans toward sellers, with the market gauge signaling a seller's market. Months of supply sit at about two, indicating limited inventory relative to demand in this rolling three-month view. Homes are also moving in a moderate timeframe, with a median of 43 days on the market.
Price trends have been climbing over the past year. The typical home value is up nearly 8 percent year over year, while roughly half of recent sales closed above list price and the average sale-to-list ratio is just over 100 percent. These patterns suggest buyers often need to write strong offers, and sellers who price correctly can expect solid interest.
Activity has shifted but stayed fairly steady. Active listings are slightly higher than a year ago, yet homes sold, new listings, and pending sales have each slipped modestly year over year, pointing to a tight but not overheated market. A growing share of homes going under contract above list and more than 60 percent going off the market within two weeks highlight how quickly well-priced properties can move. In this kind of environment, both buyers and sellers in DeKalb can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with an experienced local agent to navigate pricing, timing, and negotiation.
Learn more about what DeKalb has to offer.
DeKalb offers residents a welcoming, tight-knit community with affordable living, strong educational opportunities, a vibrant downtown, and abundant parks and trails that support an active, balanced lifestyle.
DeKalb offers a distinct blend of university energy and small-city practicality that sets it apart from nearby communities like Sycamore and St. Charles. Home to Northern Illinois University, the city has year-round cultural events, Huskies athletics, and educational opportunities that shape local life, from weekend games to performances at the Egyptian Theatre downtown.
Residents enjoy an accessible lifestyle, with locally owned spots such as Fatt Cat Café and Common Grounds adding to the community feel. Outdoor time is easy to find at Hopkins Park and along the DeKalb Nature Trail, while families value resources like the DeKalb Public Library and neighborhood schools. Proximity to Aurora and Elgin offers additional employment and shopping options, and commuters appreciate straightforward access to the Chicago area by car or Metra from nearby Geneva.
The local housing market reflects a mix of historic homes, student-focused rentals, and newer subdivisions, which can change quickly with university cycles and broader regional demand. Whether you are planning a first purchase, upsizing, or preparing to list a long-held property, timing and strategy matter in DeKalb. Agent Pronto connects you with a real estate professional who understands these local dynamics, helping both buyers and sellers prepare, price, and move forward with confidence.
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“Heather was amazing to work with on my recent condo purchase! With her help I was able to meet my needs and deadline to purchase the condo! She is also incredibly helpful in connecting buyers with great people/companies that make the process easy.”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“Vicky knows real estate and has excellent communication skills. She relayed her recommendations and expectations. Her experience expedited the sale of my home. I had a contract in less than two days. She is a hard worker and always available to respond to questions or concerns. I highly recommend her for an agent.”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“It was a pleasure to work with Robert, he paid a lot of attention to our expectations and preferences, and he is strong in negotiating.”
Keller Williams Platinum Partners
“Thank you Tina it was a pleasure working with you”
Century 21 New Heritage
“This is our second home purchase/sale with Meghan Jacobs. In each transaction, Meghan was highly professional and engaged in each step of the process. She is highly motiivated to make the process smooth and as as stress-free as possilbe, which is something I really appreciated. Overall, Meghan is a highly-qualified professional and capable individual and someone we will be using in the future if needed. I strongly recommend her services to anyone interested in purchasing a new home or selling an existing home.”
eXp Realty Stephen Rettig
“Ann and her teams knowledge of the real estate market are second none.”
Compass
“Worked with Caitlin previously and she made the process easy and she was great to work with. Caitlin is ready to help with anything related to the property and is always quick to reposnd to any comments, questions, or concerns. She is super friendly, outgoing, respectful, honest, reliable, and helpful. In the future, Caitlin will be the first one I will go to when it come to my real estate.”
@properties Christie’s International Real Estate
“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.”
Charles Rutenberg Realty Charles Rutenberg
“The agent, Sarah Leonard, was the most efficient and helpful realtor we've ever had represent us. I highly recommend her team to anyone in the area. Thank you for the excellent referral.”
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company
“I was single, living in a man cave. Jeanne had a plan and beautifully staged my property. Jeanne has an upbeat, positive personality that served me well in the sale of my house. Jeanne's knowledge and professional attitude made it a pleasure to work with her. She was readily available for any questions I had during this process. I would highly recommend Jeanne and would definitely use Jeanne in any future real estate transactions.”
Keller Williams Realty Infinity
“We interviewed 3 different agents from 3 different agencies. One was a recommendation of friends, one other and Christine Thompson were known to us previously. Christine appeared to us to be far and away the most professional. thorough, personable, knowledgable of local conditions and aggressive in her marketing approach. She, and Baird and Warner, far exceeded our highest expectations. Outstanding results!”
Baird & Warner
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