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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 Gardner 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).
Inventory in Gardner has expanded notably in this rolling three-month view, with active listings up more than 90 percent from a year ago. New listings have also climbed sharply, rising nearly 60 percent year over year. At the same time, pending sales have jumped more than 70 percent, indicating that buyers are still engaging with the increased supply.
Pricing is adjusting to these shifts. The typical home value is down roughly 14 percent compared with a year earlier, even as the median list price is slightly higher than last year, suggesting sellers are testing the market while buyers negotiate more firmly.
Homes are taking longer to sell, with median days on market up more than fivefold from a year ago and months of supply rising to about seven months, giving buyers more options and time. Fewer properties are selling above list price than a year ago, and the average sale-to-list ratio has edged down, reinforcing that bidding intensity has cooled even though conditions still favor sellers. With these changing dynamics in Gardner, both buyers and sellers can benefit from a knowledgeable local expert, and Agent Pronto can help them find the right agent to navigate this market.
Gardner offers a welcoming, close-knit community with family-friendly amenities, quality schools, ample parks, and convenient local services that make life enjoyable for residents.
Gardner stands out from nearby hubs like Morris and Dwight with its quieter pace, close-knit feel, and easy access to I-55 for commuters. Here, grain elevators and open fields frame a small downtown where neighbors still recognize one another and community events matter.
Life often centers around local schools and parks. Families appreciate Gardner-South Wilmington High School and its strong community support on game nights. Locals gather at Gardner Lions Park for youth sports, picnics, and seasonal celebrations. The village maintains an updated calendar of happenings and services through the official Village of Gardner site, which helps residents stay connected and informed.
Weekends might include a short drive for broader shopping and dining in Braidwood or a trip to the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie for hiking and wildlife viewing. Library users often rely on the nearby Coal City Public Library District for programs, study spaces, and children’s activities.
The housing stock ranges from older homes on tree-lined streets to newer construction on the village’s edge, appealing to both first-time buyers and long-time residents planning the next chapter. Because inventory can be limited and interest in smaller communities is rising, timing and preparation are critical. Agent Pronto can connect you with a Gardner real estate professional who understands local trends and can help both buyers and sellers move confidently.
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“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.”
“Kim Wirtz was instrumental in helping me through the difficult time of listing and selling my parents homes in Burr Ridge and Darien after they passed. Kim provided guidance on rehabbing one home, and helped with the process of a necessary roof reshingling of the other to get the homes in shape for sale. Kim provided much appreciated helped to resolve buyers concerns and facilitate closing after quality offers were received. Thank you again Kim!”
“Kathy is the best! She is a great communicator and truly represents her clients in all aspects of a property purchase. Kathy helped me purchase a home for myself, as well a condo for my daughter, and everything went so smoothly. I highly recommend Katherine Rubis.”
“Very satisfied customer here. Would highly recommend using Andrew to everyone. He is professional, honest and gets back to you immediately. Did I mention patient? Very patient!”
“Laura is Amazing!”
“Barb was 1/20 realtors who was willing to work with me in the beginning over 9 years ago. This is when I first purchased my home. I was cheap buyer. It went without saying I was going to be using her for the sale of the home 9 years later. She handled the hurdles flawlessly and talked me through and coached me the entire way. To say I appreciate her is an understatement. I sold my home after we relocated it of state and she coordinated every logistic of that sale on my behalf to he best of her ability. I recommend her without fail and would point every person in her direction that has a need for a solid realtor.”
“Would use Lizette again, very easy to work with & very professional. Would recommend here 100% to Friends.”
“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!”
“Kathi was amazing! She kept us informed with every step, and answered every question we had thoroughly. She also saved our bacon a couple times when we weren't sure about something. She's very professional, kind, and attentive”
“Working with Cathy truly was a blessing and a prayer answered. From day one, Cathy was on top of EVERYTHING. She made the sale of our home, as well as the buying of our new home, such a wonderful experience. Even though we ran into some hiccups, which were out of our hands, Cathy handled it all for us. From her marketing, to her overall knowledge of buying and selling, Cathy was on top of everything. I'm so thankful and grateful to have had her on this journey, by our side. I know I will recommend her time and time again, to all our family and friends.”
“Agent Pronto was very helpful. I met Steve Brashler, my realtor, through Agent Pronto. He did a fantastic job with the sale of my house. He's easy to work with and made the whole experience easy and pleasant.”
“I have family members who are realtors and I wanted someone I could use and keep my business private and professional. Gus was excellent and I truly appreciate all of his hard work.”
“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.”
“Lynn Bialy was very knowledgeable and patient with my husband and I. We saw many homes in this crazy market. Lynn Bialy knew what we wanted and notified us of a house on the private listing that checked a majority of our boxes! Sooner than we knew it we had our forever home!”
“Carmen Mitulescu was a pleasure to work with! Her overall knowledge and skills were bar none! I would recommend her to anyone and will definitely use her again if I ever decide to sell my home and purchase another property!!!”
“She went out of her way every time asked for assistance ... She personal touches made the experience fun.”
“Donna helped us find the home that had everything we wanted in the perfect area! She had the offer put in the same day on the house we wanted and walked us through each step and bump in the road. There were some issues with the house after the inspection that she addressed which allowed us to get a credit toward getting it fixed! I would highly recommend Donna to anyone, She is personable, kind, and so genuine. She’s amazing at what she does!! Thank you for helping us get the house of our dreams.”
“Bryan was very helpful with the sale of our home.”
“Shane Halleman spent the time to evaluate our home and do thorough market analysis for similar homes in the area. After his research, he felt we could price aggressively to maximize our income. He comforted our concerns and after only one week on the market we had an offer for more than we thought we would be able to get. Shane's experience and knowledge of the market in terms of inventory and buyers was spot on and resulted in us maximizing our return on the sale of our home. His work let us get a larger down payment for our new home. We don't plan on leaving here anytime soon, but if/when we do, we'll be calling Shane.”
“The quicker the response the better, and Taylor was always there for me when I had questions I did not experience any issues with Taylor's work and she made everything easy for me, worked around my schedule, even gave me real advise about the neighborhoods I was searching in I was not pressured to do this survey in any way, and I feel she can be trusted handling my close friends and family's home purchase needs”
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