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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for March 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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“She sent my offer in and it was accepted without negotiation. Thats an A in my book.”

Vinny Rutledge · Merrillville, IN

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EXP Realty
“Deborah was fantastic. She's very polite always was on time. Listen to our concerns was very honest and open. Great person to talk to was very concerned about what we need. She was way above and beyond anyone I have ever dealt with I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a home she was phenomenal”

Ron · Michigan City, IN

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Brokerworks Real Estate Group
“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!”

Lori K. · La Porte, IN

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Key Realty
“Very friendly and approachable person. Very easy to work with. Was really invested in the process and treated us with respect. I don't feel like just another client when working with her.”

Cory Fitzgerald · Homewood, IL

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Brokerworks Group
“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.”

Atta Alla F. · Dyer, IN

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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.”

Melissa G. · Cedar Lake, IN

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T.J. Boyle 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.”

Laurinda H. · Tipton, IN

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Exit Realty Exit Strategy Realty
“Cari and Geri was great”

William H · Merrillville, IN

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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.”

James Johnston · Chicago, IL

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Compass
“Mary Beth Myers was awesome!!!!”

Tanya & Joel Z. · Michigan City, IN

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McColly Real Estate

East Chicago real estate Market Report.

Information and statistics on the latest trends in the East Chicago real estate market, updated for March 2026. *

The typical home value in East Chicago is projected to be $200,750 for the month of February. January’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the city to be $185,000—up 40.15% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, county-level data pegged home values at $265,000 in Lake County for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $265,000 in February.

East Chicago had 9 new listings and 7 listings that went under contract in January, increasing the area’s total available inventory to 28—up 7.69% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further increased in February.

Of those 28 active listings, 35.71% reduced their price in the month of January. The median listing price for homes in East Chicago fell 44.33% from December to January, bringing the current median listing price to $138,900. Based on projected data for February, listing prices may continue to fall.

The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract rose year-over-year. In January 2026, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 34 days, compared to 5 days in January 2025. However, in recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be falling. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this February.

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Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.

* Data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage.

Learn more about what East Chicago has to offer.

East Chicago offers residents a close-knit community with affordable housing, parks and lakefront recreation, diverse dining and cultural options, and convenient access to regional employment, education, and transportation.

East Chicago blends lakefront living with a proud industrial legacy, giving residents easy access to shoreline sunsets, sturdy neighborhoods, and quick connections to Chicago and the rest of Lake County. Commuters appreciate the convenience of the South Shore Line, with frequent trains from the local station via the South Shore Line.

Weekends gravitate toward the water. Boat owners launch from the East Chicago Marina, and sandy stretches at Jeorse Park Beach draw swimmers, anglers, and families. Nightlife and dining light up the harbor at the Ameristar Casino East Chicago, while the nearby Marktown Historic District—an early-20th-century worker community with a distinctive street plan—adds architectural character and local lore. City programs, seasonal events, and lakefront improvements are easy to track through the City of East Chicago.

Education anchors the community. The School City of East Chicago offers neighborhood schools and career-focused programs, and adult learners can upskill close to home through Ivy Tech Community College, which serves students at its Lake County locations, including East Chicago. Whether you’re commuting to the Loop, launching a boat before sunrise, or catching a concert on the shore, the city’s scale and shoreline set a livable pace.

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