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Lakewood real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Lakewood real estate market, updated for May 2026. *
Over the past year, Lakewood’s typical home value has moved down about 25.49 percent to around $380,000, even as McHenry County as a whole inched up 1.41 percent to roughly $360,000. This contrast highlights how local conditions in the city can differ from the broader county trend.
In March 2026, the median list price in Lakewood reached about $750,000, jumping roughly 94.81 percent from the prior month, while homes took a median of 209 days to sell after an 84.96 percent month-over-month increase. Inventory stayed tight at 12 homes with only 3 new listings and 7 pending sales, and about 16.67 percent of sellers reduced their price, with homes selling at about 95.24 percent of list.
Looking ahead to April 2026, projections show the typical home value easing toward $272,500 while the projected median list price climbs toward $932,500 and inventory edges down to about 10 homes. With just 2.4 months of supply and a seller’s market reading of 17, conditions continue to favor those listing their homes even as buyers see more days on market and some price flexibility. Buyers and sellers who want to navigate these shifting numbers can turn to Agent Pronto to connect with a Lakewood agent who understands this market.
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Learn more about what Lakewood has to offer.
Lakewood offers residents a welcoming, family-friendly community with well-maintained parks, convenient local amenities, and a strong sense of connection.
Lakewood is a residential village known for spacious neighborhoods, tree-lined streets, and easy access to larger hubs like Crystal Lake and Huntley. Many buyers are drawn by the balance of quiet living with practical conveniences, along with strong community amenities.
Outdoor recreation is a major part of daily life. Residents enjoy golf at Turnberry Country Club and walking paths around Crystal Lake Park District’s nearby facilities, including the popular Three Oaks Recreation Area. Neighborhood parks and ponds create opportunities for fishing, biking, and seasonal activities close to home. Families appreciate proximity to Crystal Lake South High School and local elementary options within Community Consolidated School District 47, which help keep daily routines manageable.
Commuters benefit from relatively short drives to the Crystal Lake Metra station and straightforward connections to McHenry County and the broader Chicagoland area. Everyday needs are easily met through nearby shopping and dining along major corridors in Algonquin and Lake in the Hills, giving residents options without sacrificing a calmer residential setting.
Navigating Lakewood’s different subdivisions, association rules, and evolving market values can be complex. A local Agent Pronto–recommended real estate professional can interpret neighborhood nuances, streamline each step, and reduce stress for both buyers and sellers.
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“Robert was wonderful to work with as we navigated buying our first home. He gave us clear direction, was an incredible advocate for us, and prioritized our best interest. He was also extremely communicative and encouraged our questions and feedback. We would recommend him to anyone looking to buy a home!”
Keller Williams Platinum Partners
“John Campobasso was great to work with in selling our unit. He was professional, knowledgeable, and guided us through every step of the process. We really appreciated how upfront and straightforward he was. He always gave us honest feedback and clear expectations. He made the whole experience feel smooth and much less stressful than we anticipated. We’re so glad we worked with him and would definitely recommend his services to anyone looking to buy or sell.”
Keller Williams Thrive Realty
“Thank you Tina it was a pleasure working with you”
Century 21 New Heritage
“Paula helped us every step of the way when we purchased our first home. I would recommend her to everyone. She always made time to answer our questions and explain the process. She's simply the best!”
Berkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate
“I had an amazing experience working with Erick when purchasing my new home. From the very beginning, he took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for and offered valuable insights into the housing market. Erick was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and responsive, answering all my questions and guiding me through every step of the process. The process of finding the perfect home can be overwhelming, but Erick made it seamless. He was always available to schedule viewings at my convenience, and when we found the right place, he worked tirelessly to ensure my offer was competitive and that all the paperwork was handled efficiently. Thanks to Erick, I now own a home that I absolutely love. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and professional real estate agent.”
Berkshire Hathaway American Heritage
“This is our second home purchase/sale with Meghan Jacobs. In each transaction, Meghan was highly professional and engaged in each step of the process. She is highly motiivated to make the process smooth and as as stress-free as possilbe, which is something I really appreciated. Overall, Meghan is a highly-qualified professional and capable individual and someone we will be using in the future if needed. I strongly recommend her services to anyone interested in purchasing a new home or selling an existing home.”
eXp Realty Stephen Rettig
“I highly recommend William for Buying or Selling a home. He has helped many members of our family and is trusted like a friend.”
Real 1 Realty
“Agent Pronto helped up find a good agent in Larry. He was a pleasure to work with and helped us through a challenging sale.”
The Jason Mitchell Group Jason Mitchell Real Estate IL
“Anthony understood us, our personalities and interests. We were able to relate to him in a number of ways and that made us comfortable working with him. He was a compassionate person, and it meant a lot to him to find places that served us, which also meant a lot to us. We gave him some of our requirements for a home, and he would continue to refine his search accordingly. He did not discriminate homes based on their pricing. When we wanted to check out a much more inexpensive house, he worked hard to get us a showing. It seemed like he cared more about finding us a place we would be happy than the amount of his commission. He was willing to do a lot of traveling, and even worked late hours for us. I would never ask someone to work late or early, but he took it upon himself to do so several times, which we highly appreciate. Anthony found us a great inspector, and did a lot of mediation for us that we so desperately needed. He was honest when he wasn't able to help with certain things that were outside of his job description, like advising us financially. However he was able to find an attorney and a lender that we ended up really liking, who also cared about us and were available any time we needed them. Anthony feels like a friend, and we will be sure to hire him if and when we move again.”
Illinois Real Estate Partners
“I found a great agent! We were able to sell the property within three days after it was listed. It was a pleasure working with Diana Matichyn and her team. I would highly recommend her.”
Coldwell Banker Realty
“My agent Sergio was incredible and a great help to me through this process. I would recommend him to anyone!!!”
Baird & Warner
“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.”
Charles Rutenberg Realty Charles Rutenberg
“Linda DeMarco did a great job she’s kind and helpful”
@Properties
“Christine helped us find and purchase our dream home. She advocated for us from beginning to end. Knowing someone had our back made the experience really pleasant for us.”
Baird & Warner
“Kylie was always there for us, even if it was past office hours. She definitely went above and beyond to help us find our home. We were extremely satisfied with the customer service she has showed to us. We couldn't have asked for a better realtor to help us through our home finding. We would definitely recommend Kylie to our friends, family, and any one in search of a home! Thank you for all the help, we appreciate it!”
5i5j Realty
“The agent, Sarah Leonard, was the most efficient and helpful realtor we've ever had represent us. I highly recommend her team to anyone in the area. Thank you for the excellent referral.”
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company
“We had a good experience. The contacted a realtor for us and she was amazing.”
RE/MAX Suburban
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