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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for November 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 DeKalb County real estate market. *
September 2026
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Sep 2026).
Year-over-year, DeKalb County’s typical home value is up modestly while prices statewide have grown a bit faster, showing steadier but slower appreciation than Illinois overall. Listing activity has tightened compared with last year, with active listings down more than 20 percent and new listings falling over 26 percent, signaling fewer options for buyers.
In the latest September 2026 snapshot, the typical home value sits just above $304,000 even as the median list price has dropped notably from both last month and last year. Homes are taking about 51 days to sell on median, only slightly quicker than a year ago, and the county’s months of supply stands at 2.7, slightly below the 2.9 months seen across Illinois.
Signs of firm demand show up in the fact that over 35 percent of homes are selling above list, and the average sale-to-list ratio is just over 100 percent. At the same time, sales volume has cooled, with homes sold down about 10 percent year-over-year and pending sales off more than 15 percent, requiring sellers to price wisely and buyers to move deliberately. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands these trends and can help them navigate DeKalb County’s current conditions.
DeKalb County offers residents a welcoming mix of small-town charm, vibrant outdoor spaces, affordable living, strong schools, and growing opportunities in business and culture.
DeKalb County blends college-town energy, productive farmland, and small-city convenience into a setting that is easy to navigate and practical for everyday life. Centered around the city of DeKalb and home to Northern Illinois University, the county offers a mix of residential neighborhoods, student-friendly areas, and quiet rural roads, all within reasonable reach of Chicago and Kane County.
Daily living is straightforward. DeKalb and Sycamore provide most essentials, including large retailers, medical services, and local employers. Northern Illinois University anchors the area academically and culturally, with performances and events at NIU’s Holmes Student Center. Outdoor time is easy to find at Hopkins Park in DeKalb, Sycamore Park District facilities, and along the Great Western Trail. Families appreciate options across DeKalb Community Unit School District 428, Sycamore CUSD 427, and other local districts.
Commuters can access I 88 and nearby Aurora or Naperville for expanded job markets and Metra connections, while local routes keep trips between communities like Genoa and DeKalb manageable. Dining ranges from campus-adjacent spots in DeKalb to local favorites around the City of Sycamore historic core.
Understanding which neighborhoods fit your budget, commute, and lifestyle is key in this diverse county. A local agent who knows DeKalb County’s schools, traffic patterns, and micro-markets can simplify decisions and reduce surprises. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right expert to make each move smoother and less stressful.
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“This is the third home purchase in Naperville where Rose Riordan has served as my realtor. She is excellent! Rose is knowledgeable, displays excellent expertise and communicates every step of the way. I recommend her to my friends! Thanks for your help Rose!”
“For a first time homebuyer it feel important to have someone in your corner who knows the area and the business. Victoria and team are those people you want. She was patient, understanding, and transparent during the process. If I ever sell or buy a new home, I'll be contacting her again.”
“I had a great experience working with Yazen! He was professional, helpful, and responsive throughout the entire process. He made everything easy to understand, answered all my questions, and made sure everything went smoothly. I truly appreciated his patience, honesty, and dedication. I would definitely recommend Yazen to anyone looking for a reliable real estate professional. Thank you for helping us find a home !”
“Holly was everything and more I could ask for when I needed someone to help me with the sale of my home. After moving across country, holly orchestrated everything; from pictures to showings, to letting junk removal in, to double checking things for me. She was always a phone call away and incredibly responsive to any inquiries I had (there were a lot). Being states away now from my property, Holly made me feel at ease. And with settling into a new place and a new job, suddenly the sale of my house was on the back of my mind because I knew Holly could take care of everything. Listed with gorgeous pictures right away, four offers in less than a week and a half, and a final offer that was above asking, she did everything I needed and more. Couldn’t recommend a better realtor for your needs.”
“I worked with Eric for the better course of a year to land my first property, and Eric demonstrated extreme patience, flexibility, excellent communication, and great professionalism throughout the whole process. Eric is extremely knowledgeable in his expertise and makes the buyer feel comfortable and confident in their decisions. Eric is extremely approachable and supportive, and I would recommend anyone in the buying market to reach out to Eric with any questions, tours, or any housing-related items.”
“In today’s world, when reviewing a product and/or business, Artificial Intelligence tends to be used to get it done in a fast and efficient manner. That would be an absolute disservice to Miriam’s work product and personality. She is genuine. She is responsive. She is intelligent. She is kind. My favorite aspect of Miriam’s work is her past experience working at a property management company. She understands how a building is run, the importance of the building’s budget, and other minor details you would never even think of. She is simply the best, and you should definitely give her the opportunity to help you find your new home!”
“I highly recommend working with Cesar. One of the things I liked best about working with him was that he really seemed to have my best interests at heart. This man will be pulling out his phone light checking basement corners for any signs of mold or water and checking above every stove to see if there’s a proper vent or not. He noticed many things on walk throughs that my parents and I may have just breezed right past and he makes sure to point out the things he notices, good or bad. They say never trust a sales person but idk, I think Cesar’s just in it for the love of the game at this point. I dragged this man to a LOT of houses and he never once rushed me. He was very insistent that we need to find the right fit for me and that I not go past the amount of money I was comfortable with. This was my first time buying a home so I had about 80,000 questions and he was always happy to talk through any questions or concerns. He’s a fun guy to work with as well. In these trying times you need a sense of humor or the home buying process will be miserable. All in all I would definitely recommend working with him.”
“My realtor nick and his team were phenomenal. It was my first time buying a home and they answered all my questions and helped me every step of the way. Made the whole process very easy. You definitely want them in your corner when purchasing a home.”
“We couldn’t have asked for a better agent than Christin Kaufman to help us sell our home. Our transaction turned out to be far more challenging than we ever expected. We were dealing with an extremely demanding buyer and what seemed like an endless stream of questions, concerns, and new requests. Through all of it, Christin was fantastic. She stayed calm, kept us focused on the end goal, helped us separate the important issues from the noise, and guided us through every new twist without letting the process get off track. She was always responsive, patient, and willing to talk through our options. Anyone can look like a great real estate agent when a transaction goes perfectly. You really learn the value of your agent when things get difficult. Christin proved her value to us over and over again and ultimately helped us get across the finish line. We are incredibly grateful for everything she did for us and would recommend Christin without hesitation to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.”
“With Diana’s marketing expertise and beautiful professional photos of our house, our house got $100k overasking within the first 24hrs of our listing going live. She did an amazing job protecting our interest and shielding us from random inquiries. We had more than 14 showings in 48 hrs, multiple offers, and several bids.”
“I have worked with Barb for years and she was so patient and understanding to my situation and was amazing with communication.”
“Rosemarie was extremely helpful in the process of buying our home! She is very knowledgeable about so many different aspects of the buying process and answered all of our many questions. She is connected with so many different resources and connected us with both our lawyer and home inspector that she knew and trusted. We had a lovely experience with her when we purchased our home in 2024 and couldn’t be more grateful for all of her help!”
“Jackie was the greatest at helping me find a home that was best for me! She’s very transparent about everything going on in the market and only wants what’s best for you. I’m so grateful for her!”
“Shannon is the definition of professionalism, and reliability. First, she helped sell our house, fast and for its maximum value. While other homes sat, ours sold! Secondly, there is no way my wife and I would have ever found our dream home if it weren’t for Shannon’s deep real estate knowledge, and patience with us buyers. This was my 4th real estate transaction, my wife’s 1st and I’ve never had a better experience with a realtor. 10/10 recommendation to anyone in the city or suburbs, no matter your experience with home buying or selling.”
“I highly recommend working with Meldina! She is incredibly accommodating and always willing to show the properties, even on the short notice. She is very knowledgeable about the location we are exploring and her positive attitude, amazing energy and solution oriented mindset truly make a difference.Her professionalism and enthusiasm make the entire experience enjoyable. Thank you, Meldina, for you outstanding support and dedication.”
“Carolyn is an exceptional realtor. She is extremely knowledgeable of the areas in which she operates, she is always prepared, and works extremely hard on behalf of her clients. More importantly, she values the relationships she creates, and will go above and beyond for you as a buyer or a seller in any situation. Her marketing plan and positioning strategy allowed us to sell a very unique home in our market quickly and for a price we were extremely happy with. She leaves no stone unturned at any step in the process and will do anything to ensure her clients have a terrific experience. I can't possibly recommend her highly enough, 5 stars isn't enough!”
“I have had the pleasure of working with Andrew and his team on the sale of two homes, as well as the purchase of another. Throughout each transaction, the team was consistently efficient, friendly, and professional. I was kept well informed at every stage of the process, and everything was explained clearly and thoroughly. Any questions I had were addressed promptly, and I always felt that my needs and concerns were given careful attention. I would highly recommend Andrew and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. Their professionalism, communication, and commitment to providing excellent service made each experience a very positive one.”
“Kate Doyle is the best Naperville realtor. Honesty, knowledgable, integrity, patience and pure heart kindness with compassion describes Katie Doyle! Katie treated us like family! Katie communicated fast in minutes via text or call. A huge selling point for me. Katie is professional, positive, upbeat, kind, charismatic with a contagious genuine smile. Katie follows up post home sale quickly too while her personal investment is professional meeting all our needs pre and post buying! Katie alleviated my anxiety with a positive interpersonal approach which I so appreciated! My family connected easy and well with open communication! Katie demonstrated always a kind professional approach to buying my home in Naperville as this was my 7th home bought so I was a veteran too. Katie is smart and well deserved! Katie will be selling my other home too! We love you Katie Doyle! Thank you! Barbie C. Erika W. Skylar W.”
“Olivia did a great job assisting me with the purchase of my townhome Her expertise in the market’s geographic area was instrumental in determining competitive purchasing price while considering the future value for the area . Olivia was very involved in all aspects of the closing and also she is very friendly .”
“Laura was incredibly patient with our pickiness week after week and spent an inordinate amount of time taking us to various listings as we traveled from out of town. She was very accommodating of our schedule and was extremely responsive to communications. Laura always felt genuine and personable and I never got the impression that she just wanted to close a sale as quickly as possible. Her industry insights allowed my wife and I to secure our dream house in today's competitive market. Absolutely recommend Laura!”
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