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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for August 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 Hometown 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).
Year-over-year, Hometown’s rolling three-month home values have inched up, with the typical home value rising a bit over 2 percent compared with last June. Listing prices have grown faster, climbing by about 10 percent over the same period, signaling sellers’ confidence in pricing. Inventory, on the other hand, has tightened notably, with active listings down by roughly one-third from a year ago and homes sold declining nearly 40 percent. Despite fewer sales, this mix points to a market that has cooled in pace but not in prices.
Looking at the latest rolling three-month snapshot through June 2026, typical home values sit around the mid-$200,000s, with median list prices just slightly higher. Homes are spending more time on the market than a year ago, with median days on market up sharply to around a month and a half, reflecting more breathing room for buyers to evaluate options. Months of supply has also expanded significantly year-over-year, moving from a tight seller environment to nearly four months of inventory. Even so, the market still leans toward sellers overall.
Competition for desirable properties remains evident, as nearly 62 percent of recent sales closed above the list price and the average sale-to-list ratio is just under 100 percent. Pending sales are down more than 40 percent from last year, but the share of homes going off the market within two weeks is still high, showing that well-priced homes move quickly. With this mix of stronger prices, slower pace, and selective competition, both buyers and sellers in Hometown can benefit from an Agent Pronto–recommended real estate agent to navigate timing, pricing, and negotiation decisions.
Hometown offers residents a welcoming, close-knit community with convenient local amenities, plentiful parks, and regular neighborhood events that foster connection and a high quality of life.
Hometown is a compact, residential city on Chicago’s southwest edge, known for quick access to major routes, practical homes, and an easy commute to downtown. With its small footprint and grid of bungalow-lined streets, daily life feels manageable and familiar.
Residents appreciate how close everyday essentials are. The Hometown Public Library anchors community life with programs for kids and adults. Nearby Oak Lawn expands options with shopping, dining, and medical services, including Advocate Christ Medical Center. Families often look to neighboring schools in Oak Lawn and Evergreen Park for education choices, while local parks link into the broader recreation network of Cook County.
Pace buses and nearby Metra stations in Chicago and Oak Lawn simplify city access for work, school, or entertainment. Parks and green spaces, supported by the Hometown Park District, offer playgrounds, sports fields, and seasonal events without a long drive. For larger outings, residents often head to Forest Preserves of Cook County trails for biking and nature walks.
Whether you are weighing a first home, downsizing, or selling after many years, local market knowledge is crucial in a small city like Hometown. An experienced real estate agent who understands its blocks, nearby amenities, and pricing trends can help you time your move, navigate negotiations, and reduce stress. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with that kind of trusted local expertise.
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“Kim is an excellent realtor and person. She was available to show houses to us day or night ! She was always responsive when we had a question via text or phone call. Kim listens to where you want to live and encourages you not to settle, but get what is right for your self or family.”
“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.”
“Mike was superb in selling our house in every way. He made every step easy and was able to get top dollar within 1 weeks of listing. Thank you for doing a wonderful job!”
“We've known Brittany for many years and we have had experience working with her in the past. We chose to work with her once more because of our wonderful experience In the past. I would highly recommend her because of her professional approach and her genuine interest to provide the best to her customers.”
“Paula was fantastic! She was knowledgeable, very responsive, and was able to walk me through the process step-by-step as a first-time seller. Would highly recommend to anyone and everyone!”
“I previously used Jeffry Phillips to sell a house I inherited. It was a very emotional time and he was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable and gave suggestions of things that could be done to the house prior to selling it. Because that experience was so positive and he was so professional I utilized his services when it was time for me to sell my house. When it came time to sell my home, he was professional and extremely knowledgeable about the Garfield Ridge neighborhood. I would highly recommend him to any of my friends family, and neighbors if they are buying or selling a house.”
“Katherine Rubis was very patient with me during the year that I was looking for homes. She was always available to discuss our next steps or to show me new listings. Every single part of the process that Katherine handled was very smooth and easy for me. She is an outstanding agent and I will definitely call her when I am in the market to sell or buy a home again. There is nothing else she could have done to make me more satisfied with working with her. I have zero complaints.”
“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.”
“Pleasure to work with.”
“Melissa Young is an excellent realtor. I highly recommend her.”
“Laura is Amazing!”
“Working with Tracy to buy our home was a great experience and she was always available and communicative even as we navigated some difficult parts of the negotiation with the seller. She was personally at every visit and even at the inspection and closing, going way above and beyond my expectations and previous experiences with buying agents. Thanks to her we found a home for our family and while we don't plan to buy in the near future I'd be happy to work with her again and again. Thanks Tracy!”
“Steven was very helpful, knowledgeable, passionate, and most importantly he met all of my needs! I will definitely use him for all of my future home purchases in the near future. Thanks again Steven, he's definitely a ROCK STAR! I can't wait to work with him in the near future. Betty Ng”
“Meldina is an expert in the local market and an exceptional negotiator. Her professionalism, communication, and dedication exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend her!”
“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.”
“It was a joy to work with Kathryn she was able to answer every question I had, her knowledge goes a long way and I will definitely recommend her to friends and family.”
“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.”
“Working with Emir is always a pleasure. He was very helpful in coordinating work on our house for sale, working with vendors and providing valuable feedback on neccesary work vs. potential work items unlikely to generate return. We closed sale of house 3 weeks from time of first listing. I'd worked with Emir before and hope to do so again in the future.”
“Working with Ray was an absolute blessing throughout my home buying journey. He went above and beyond every step of the way, always remaining patient, professional, and supportive through all of the ups and downs that came along the process. No matter the challenge, Ray stayed committed and made sure I felt informed and encouraged the entire time. His dedication, communication, and genuine care truly made a difference, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a reliable and hardworking realtor.”
“To be honest Ralph was the best part of my team. He's a good person and if it wasn't for him I wouldn't know half of what I know about buying a house Thanks Ralph”
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