“Mike is very professional and knowledgeable about the local market. He sold our house in less than a week. We are very pleased with the outcome.”
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Gardner real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Gardner real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Median sale price
$218K
+15%
from Q2 '26
Median list price
$202K
+1.2%
from Q2 '26
Active listings
19
+5.6%
from Q2 '26
Homes sold
12
+140%
from Q2 '26
New pendings
13
+8.3%
from Q2 '26
New listings
10
-33%
from Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Gardner
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Gardner
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for Gardner
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for Gardner
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 Gardner
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 Gardner
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
15
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
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100
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25
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100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Inventory in Gardner has expanded notably in this rolling three-month view, with active listings up sharply compared with a year ago. Homes sold and pending sales have both risen dramatically year over year, signaling that more deals are making it to the finish line. Even with more choices, months of supply is still low, reinforcing the current seller’s market reading.
Pricing is adjusting to these shifts, with the typical home value down compared with the same period last year while the median list price has fallen even more steeply year over year. At the same time, the share of homes selling above list has eased from last year, yet the average sale-to-list ratio has edged slightly higher, indicating that many sellers are still achieving prices close to asking.
Homes are taking a bit longer to sell than a year ago, as median days on market have ticked up in this rolling three-month snapshot, though nearly four in ten listings still go off the market within two weeks. This mix of more inventory, strong contract activity, and moderating prices creates different opportunities and trade-offs for both sides of a transaction. Agent Pronto can connect buyers and sellers in Gardner with an experienced local real estate agent who understands these trends and can help them navigate the market with confidence.
Learn more about what Gardner has to offer.
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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“Kim was a pleasure to work with. Great experience with Kim all the way around.”
Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
“Ed and his team were true professionals. He made home buying very easy. His knowledge of the area and house construction took some fear out of the homebuying process. We will use and recommend Ed and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell a house. Thank you for making our homebuying less stressful Ed and Jenn.”
1 Percent Lists Real Estate Solutions
“Katie is very knowledgeable, thorough and kind. She worked very diligently with me to find an apartment/condo to rent! She was able to give me recommendations that I would not have found or considered on my own. I could not have asked for a better agent to work with! I have lived in a house for 30 years and really had no idea what to look for when choosing and apartment or condo. She helped me find the perfect new home, a lovely condo for rent!! Katie stayed on top of everything from setting up appointments to following through with my new landlady. She is intelligent, hardworking sweet and thoughtful. I highly recommend her to anyone renting or buying!!”
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
“Calvin is truly a top-class realtor who genuinely cares about his clients. During the entire process of listing my home with him, from the initial listing consultation to closing, he always made time for me, consistently providing professional, courteous, and valuable knowledge. This made the outcome as smooth as possible. The service he provided went above and beyond any realtor I've ever worked with, and I can't recommend him enough.”
eXp Realty
“Selling our condo was a much smoother experience than I expected, and I truly have Larry to thank for that. From the very beginning, he was knowledgeable, responsive, and incredibly professional. Night or Day, weekday or weekend Larry answered the phone and communicated actively any information about the process to us. A true professional. He guided us through every step of the process, answered all of my questions, and always made us feel confident in the decisions we were making. What impressed me most was his negotiation skills. Larry advocated for our best interests every step of the way and worked hard to secure the best possible outcome. We always felt like he had our back and never settled for less than what our home was worth. If you’re looking for an agent who is honest, strategic, communicative, and genuinely invested in their clients, we can’t recommend Larry Lazar highly enough. Selling a home can be stressful, but he made the entire process seamless. We would absolutely work with him again and recommend him to anyone buying or selling a home.”
Charles Rutenberg Realty Charles Rutenberg
“Chelsi and her team were a true delight to work with! From beginning to end they remained incredibly kind, professional and promptly answered all of our questions and concerns thoroughly. TRULY A 5 STAR AGENT! Any buyer or seller would be lucky to have them in their corner.”
The Robinson Group Powered by Epique Realty LLC
“Britny has helped me buy my first home as a veteran. We have had a few downs at first but she never gave up in our search of a home she would provide new homes to look at, and she would update us with what was going on. She had great communication with us as well with the other parties involved. Britny is a nice kind person who cares about her clients, I’m glad I had an awesome realtor that helped me buy my first beautiful home that I’m happy with.”
EXP Realty
“Chris Piercy is an A+ Number One Realtor. He handled the sale of my old house and found me a new home in the area I wanted. He was superb on both the buy side and sell side. His first rate knowledge, resourcefulness and uninterrupted energy make his negotiations run smoothly and on schedule. Chris is effective, efficient and friendly. He even gave me a tour of my new home town.”
Real People Realty
“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.”
Century 21 Pride Realty
“We worked with Randy because he was the agent on our neighbor's home. Randy helped us prepare our home to ensure we could get top dollar. This was our first home that stayed in for 23 years and Randy really helped us out through the selling process. I would recommend Randy to anyone looking to sell their home.”
Keller Williams Premiere Properties
“Justin listed my 86 year old mother’s home. We found Justin very knowledgeable about real estate in her neighborhood leading to him giving us very good guidance on a number of decisions we faced. He was extremely patient and professional in all dealings with my mother, sister and me. He sold my mother’s house in a very short period of time during a timeframe that is not typically a busy time for real estate. I would highly recommend Justin as a realtor.”
EXP REALTY LLC
“Bryan was very helpful with the sale of our home.”
Crosstown Realtors
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