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East Chicago real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the East Chicago real estate market. *
Latest Rolling 3-Month Snapshot
Jun 1, 2026 - Aug 31, 2026
Median sale price
$202K
+12%
from Q2 '26
Median list price
$166K
-10%
from Q2 '26
Active listings
46
-21%
from Q2 '26
Homes sold
27
-18%
from Q2 '26
New pendings
25
-26%
from Q2 '26
New listings
29
-6.5%
from Q2 '26
Quarterly Pricing Trends for East Chicago
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for East Chicago
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Pricing Trends for East Chicago
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Median sale price
Median list price
Quarterly Inventory and Sales Activity for East Chicago
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 East Chicago
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 East Chicago
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
18
Seller’s Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
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100
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25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jun 2026 - Aug 2026).
Inventory in East Chicago has tightened notably in this rolling three-month view, with active listings down nearly 40% from a year ago and new listings falling by a similar share. Fewer homes are going under contract as well, with pending sales down more than 40% year over year and closed sales off by about one fifth.
Pricing is reacting differently, with the typical home value up about 24% compared with a year earlier even as the median list price has dipped slightly year over year. Despite higher values, sellers are still negotiating somewhat, as the average sale-to-list ratio sits just under 97% and only about 27% of homes close above asking.
Time on market has lengthened, with the median days on market rising to 44 days and up about 19% from last year, yet overall supply remains lean at just 2.3 months, down sharply from a year ago. With this mix of low inventory, rising values, and slower contract flow, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting with a local agent who understands the East Chicago market dynamics.
Learn more about what East Chicago has to offer.
East Chicago offers residents a close-knit community, affordable living, accessible parks and riverfront recreation, a growing local culture, and easy access to jobs, schools, and essential services.
East Chicago offers practical access to both industry and leisure, with a compact footprint, lakefront setting, and quick connections to Chicago and northwest Indiana. Major routes and nearby commuter options make it realistic for residents to live in East Chicago and work in neighboring cities while keeping daily travel manageable.
Life here centers on usability and amenities. The shoreline and marina provide a direct link to Lake Michigan, complemented by parks managed through East Chicago Parks & Recreation. Family life is supported by School City of East Chicago campuses and neighborhood facilities like the East Chicago Public Library. Residents enjoy local dining and community events, while larger shopping and entertainment choices in nearby Chicago and Hammond are only a short drive away.
Sports fields, lakefront paths, and recreation programs help maintain an active routine, and city services such as the City of East Chicago portal keep information about utilities, permits, and neighborhood updates in one place. Proximity to Gary, Whiting, and Griffith adds more options for shopping, dining, and employment.
Whether you are weighing a move into East Chicago or planning to sell and relocate, a local real estate agent can explain specific streets, school zones, and market patterns. Agent Pronto connects you with professionals who understand this city’s practical details, reducing stress for both buyers and sellers.
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“Working with Bryce was a fantastic experience! He is professional, knowledgeable and went above and beyond at every step of the process. He took the time to truly understand what I was looking for in a new home and he expertly negotiated on my behalf. I would highly recommend Bryce to anyone who is looking for a dedicated real estate agent who has your best interest.”
Elevate - The Real Estate Company
“Wendy is a wonderful agent and person. She did everything the way we wanted it and the house had an offer on day 2 or 3. Would highly recommend her if you are looking for a great agent!”
Key Realty
“It was a great pleasure working with Kelly as she is very helpful, supportive, and caring. She promised to find me a great home and she did. She is so responsive when I contacted her. Kelly made me feel secure throughout my journey to find a house. I highly appreciate her professionalism.”
Realty Executives Premier
“Jorrdan was great! He went above and beyond for us! I would highly recommend him to anyone buying a home in Northwest Indiana.”
McColly Real Estate
“Dan Nolan was great. He was very honest and up front from the beginning. We were very pleased with his expertise in real estate. He got us more money than we expected in the sale and what other realtors expected to get. The house was sold within 3 weeks from listing and we were not expecting to show it for two more weeks. Glad we did—we entered into a sales contract in week 3. Very happy with results and would definitely use Dan Nolan again.”
Exit Realty Exit Strategy Realty
“Cari and Geri was great”
RE/MAX Executives
“I am a 55 year old business man that has purchased a number of primary and secondary residences. Of all of the realtors, Nicole was clearly the best. She was knowledgable and super responsive at all hours. In fact, I am not sure if she sleeps. Nicole helped me identify the exact right condo based on a number of requirements and then helped me to move quickly to lock it down. I would definitely work with Nicole again.”
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