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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 Kane County real estate market. *
May 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 (May 2026).
Kane County is currently tilted toward sellers, with the market gauge reading 31 and labeled a seller's market. Homes typically sell for about 1 percent over list price, and nearly 48 percent close above asking. Supply is tight at 2.6 months, keeping conditions favorable for sellers.
Prices are moving up, with the typical home value around $408,000, up more than 7 percent from a year ago and about 3 percent from last month. Listing activity has picked up as active listings climbed nearly 10 percent month over month and roughly 11 percent year over year, while new listings are also trending higher. Even with more options, demand is strong, as homes sold increased more than 12 percent from last month and about 8 percent compared with last year.
Homes are taking longer to go under contract than a year ago, with the median days on market now at 48, far above last May, yet more than 60 percent still go off market within two weeks. Compared with Illinois overall, Kane County’s typical home value is substantially higher than the state median of about $334,000, while inventory remains a bit tighter than the statewide 2.9 months of supply. Buyers navigating rising prices and limited supply, and sellers aiming to capitalize on strong demand and sale-to-list trends, can both benefit from letting Agent Pronto connect them with a knowledgeable local agent.
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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“My family and I were very fortunate to have the support of Brittany during the selling of our condo. She's professional, knowledgeable and personable which minimized the stress of the process for us. I would definitely recommend her services to family and friends! Thank you again Brittany for being apart of this journey with us!!”
“Paula had a very calming, professional presence to her. Paula was on-time, knowledgeable, brought up important points, suggestions and realistic timelines. Home looking is exciting and stressful and a good Agent in my opinion, reels you in a little towards reality. Pumping the brakes. Paula's communication was consistent and accurate and she was there when I needed her. Certainly made the process easier for me and I am happy to have worked with her.”
“We were very pleased. We received an above asking offer after just a few showings. Also the pictures in the listing made me sad I was leaving what was to be our forever home.”
“Kim was excellent, answered all my calls or texts promptly! If it was not part of her job she advised me who to contact ! Absolutely the Best”
“Originally we were referred by our first lender and we could not have been more fortunate to work with Vicky and Sam. They were professional and realistic regarding our home search. We had not purchased a home in a very long time and Vicky was patient and understanding and was so attentive. avidly referred us to our second lender (the first was not communicative) and it was wonderful. Overall the whole experience was great! Thank you for helping us find our dream home!”
“Laura is Amazing!”
“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”
“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.”
“Kathy fought a lot of uphill battles for us and despite hurdles at every turn (with prospective buyer) she pushed on and was able to secure our sale. I can't thank her enough for the amount of work she put in.”
“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.”
“Heather was very helpful from beginning to end even with the struggles and challenges we gave her.”
“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”
“Working with Kolby Banks was an exceptional experience. His professionalism, deep market knowledge, and proactive communication turned a complex process into a seamless one. Kolby is a sharp negotiator who truly advocates for his clients' best interests. If you want a realtor who is transparent, detail-oriented, and results-driven, we highly recommend Kolby Banks. He’s simply the best in the business!”
“Great experience! Very attentive, honest, and dedicated. Professional, efficient, and easy to work with. Highly recommended!”
“We relocated from an area where we had lived our entire lives, and the prospect of moving to another state can often be quite challenging. However, our experience with Kimberly was exceptionally smooth and seamless. Her expertise, combined with the thoughtful and tailored feedback she provided based on our specific criteria, proved invaluable throughout the entire process. She conducted herself with the utmost professionalism while also making us feel genuinely supported, as though we were family. We would highly recommend her to any prospective buyers or sellers seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate professional.”
“Our house could be considered high end property in the neighborhood. Cinny worked hard to get it under the contract in a week and sold our house a little over a month. We are happy about the result. During the process, there were ups and downs which made us nervious. Cinny listened to our concerns and gave us professional advice.”
“Dayana is the realtor for the buyer looking to purchase in a seller's market. Her expertise was the key to our acquiring the property we now own. From showing us various properties, to continually checking in with us, to putting together a competitive and timely offer, to connecting us with a good attorney, to negotiating the terms of the contract, and otherwise guiding us through the process, Dayana was the best. Thank you Dayana!”
“Shawn is a perfect example of everything a new homeowner could want in a realtor. He's patient, informative and passionate about helping you find the right home. Shawn goes the extra mile in preparing detailed documents on every listing you visit and has a vast knowledge of property pros and cons. You also know you'll get a honest and trustworthy professional at your side when you work with him. I can't recommend Shawn enough!”
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