“Overall experience was great. Kim is eager to help and finish the job even when unexpected things come up. Thank you for all your help!”
Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
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Kane County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Kane County real estate market. *
Latest Monthly Snapshot
August 2026
Median sale price
$408K
-1.1%
from
Jul '26
Median list price
$394K
-2.6%
from
Jul '26
Active listings
2,157
+0.1%
from
Jul '26
Homes sold
624
-6.2%
from
Jul '26
New pendings
665
-1.8%
from
Jul '26
New listings
704
+0.9%
from
Jul '26
Monthly Pricing Trends for Kane County
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Median sale price
Median list price
Monthly Inventory and Sales Activity for Kane County
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
32
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Aug 2026).
Kane County currently leans toward sellers, with conditions tilted in their favor. The market gauge reads as a seller’s market at 32, supported by only 2.5 months of supply. Limited inventory relative to demand helps keep pricing firm.
Prices show steady upward pressure despite a recent monthly dip. The typical home value is about $407,500, up nearly 6 percent from a year ago and notably higher than the Illinois median of roughly $328,600. Listing activity has picked up, with new listings rising almost 13 percent year over year, and active listings are also slightly higher than last year. Demand remains solid, as pending sales are up nearly 10 percent annually, even though homes sold in August were down modestly from July.
Speed and negotiation trends underline how active the market is. Homes spend a median of 50 days on the market, a bit longer than a month ago but still quicker than at the start of the year, and more than half go off the market within two weeks. Sellers are still in a strong position, with about 41 percent of homes selling above list price and an average sale-to-list ratio just over 100 percent. Buyers and sellers who want to navigate these conditions can turn to Agent Pronto to connect with a local agent who understands the Kane County market.
Learn more about what Kane County has to offer.
Kane County offers residents a welcoming mix of vibrant communities, abundant parks and outdoor recreation, thriving local businesses, excellent schools, and reliable services that support families and lifelong learning.
Kane County stands out from nearby DuPage and Cook counties with a stronger mix of historic river towns, expansive prairie, and rapidly growing suburbs that still feel connected to open space. Communities like Aurora, Elgin, Batavia, and Geneva line the Fox River, offering walkable downtowns, commuter rail access, and a sense of continuity between older neighborhoods and new development.
Residents value year round recreation along the Fox River Trail and in forest preserves managed by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County. Cultural life is anchored by venues such as Paramount Theatre in downtown Aurora and events at Festival Park in Elgin. Families pay close attention to school options, including districts like Geneva CUSD 304 and Batavia Public School District 101. Daily routines are supported by Metra service, local park districts, and community hubs like the Gail Borden Public Library.
For buyers, understanding how river proximity, school boundaries, and commuting routes shape value across the county is essential. For sellers, timing your listing around seasonal buyer demand and preparing for today’s expectations in condition and pricing can significantly influence results. Agent Pronto connects you with a knowledgeable local real estate agent who can guide you through Kane County’s specific neighborhoods and market trends, helping both buyers and sellers move forward with confidence.
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“I can’t say enough wonderful things about Steve Goodman and the experience we’ve had working with him over the past 10 years. Steve was my realtor when I purchased my very first condo, and 10 years later, he was right there with us as we sold that condo and purchased what we hope will be our forever home. Having the opportunity to work with the same realtor through such an important chapter of our lives speaks volumes about the trust and confidence we have in him. What sets Steve apart is that he genuinely puts his clients’ best interests first. He is never pushy or focused on simply making a sale. Instead, he takes the time to listen, answer every question, offer honest advice, and make sure you feel comfortable with every decision. He is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and always willing to go the extra mile.”
RE/MAX Suburban
“Was impressed from the beginning when the owner answered the phone and made an appointment within a day or two to come out to the property. When we decided to put the house on the market, they were extremely professional And answered all our questions. The photographer came out promptly, and took amazing pictures of the property. It was listed the next day,and our house sold in less than a week. Andrew McCatty was our broker. He could not have been more knowledgeable or professional. Any questions that we had, Andrew either answered the phone or got back to us very quickly. Highly recommend Andrew and Century 21 Circle. Would only work with them again and would recommend them to family and friends.”
Century 21 Circle
“Jeff is a knowledgeable professional. Trustworthy who will give you excellent feedback and advice”
Century 21 Affiliated
“Barb was a pleasure to work with, and I would highly recommend her to anyone.”
RE/MAX Remax Ultimate Professionals
“Catherine Terpstra made herself available to us in our search for a house as we were moving from out of state back to IL. As soon as we contacted her, it felt like she dropped everything "just for us". (We know she was attending to other clinets, as well!) She was very efficient in setting up houses for us to tour, within and without our pricing perameters. She "heard us" in regard to the "non-negotiables" we had for a house for which we were looking. She printed out pertinent infomration on each place for us. We were in a time-crunch, as we had come from out of state to search for a place to live. She was able to help us find a very nice new home. We are very thankful to her for her understanding and expertise in real estate and in the current housing market.”
HomeSmart Connect, LLC
“I've worked with Shawn Jones for nearly 10 years. He helped me find my first apartment, and first home after getting married. He is a deeply considerate, caring, and experienced agent. I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
“Rose Riodan, did excellently well, always available for phone calls, chat and prompt with emails. Gave great advice and recommendations that supported making informed decisions.”
Century 21 Affiliated
“She was super nice and very attentive of my needs. She was available 24/7. She helped me so much. She would explain everything in detail and was very patient with me. Overall, she was the best. I would 100% suggest her to my friends and families.”
CENTURY 21 Affiliated
“Emir is a wonderful agent! His expertise in real estate was great and he was extremely helpful with any questions. He was patient and always responded in a timely manner. I would highly recommend hiring Emir as your agent!”
Owners.com
“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
“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.”
Compass
“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!”
Berkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate
“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.”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Chicago
“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.”
Berkshire Hathaway 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
“Laura is Amazing!”
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices
“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.”
Century 21 Affiliated
“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
“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”
HomeSmart Home Smart Connect Real Estate
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