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Waukegan, IL 60085
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$260,000median sale price
The median home sale price in Waukegan, IL is $260,000, down 1.3% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 49 days with 121 active listings. The market is currently a balanced market. (Source: Redfin monthly MLS data, as of May 2026 — the most recent Redfin release; Redfin publishes each month's data on a ~6-week lag.)
Waukegan, IL is currently a balanced market, based on 3.2 months of supply and homes selling in about 49 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
38
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
49
Average pace
Active listings
121
3.2 months supply
Sale-to-list
99.4%
Below asking
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $260,000 |
| Median list price | $279,950 |
| Year-over-year price change | -1.3% |
| Average days on market | 49 days |
| Active inventory | 121 listings |
| Months of supply | 3.2 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 99.4% |
| Median price per sq ft | $198/sq ft |
| Homes sold (latest month) | 38 |
| New listings (latest month) | 68 |
| Listings with a price cut | 12.4% |
| Market condition | Balanced market |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
How the Waukegan, IL market breaks down across single-family homes, condos, and townhouses.
| Property type | Median price | Price / sq ft | Homes sold | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $265,000 | $201/sq ft | 31 | 49 days |
| Condo / Co-op | $178,250 | $198/sq ft | 2 | 30 days |
| Townhouse | $238,000 | $205/sq ft | 4 | 24 days |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
The Waukegan housing market is currently classified as a balanced market with a median sale price of $260,000. Prices have fallen 1.3% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 49 days on market, indicating 3.2 months of inventory.With limited inventory, homes sell quickly and buyers should be prepared to act decisively and competitively to secure a property.The price-to-income ratio of 3.5x provides context for how home values compare to local earning capacity.
There are currently 121 homes listed for sale in Waukegan, Illinois. The median listing price is $280K. Featured listings range from $180,000 to $484,900.

Waukegan, IL 60085
Tomas Gomez · Freedom Realty

Waukegan, IL 60085
Ryan Pavey · Baird & Warner

Waukegan, IL 60085
Omar Wence · Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
Waukegan, IL 60087
Javier Martell · Coldwell Banker Realty

Waukegan, IL 60085
Kris Seegren · RE/MAX Plaza

Waukegan, IL 60085
Anne Hazen · Baird & Warner

Waukegan, IL 60087
Tamara Hernandez · RE/MAX Home Sweet Home

Waukegan, IL 60087
Silvia Carmona · Jason Mitchell Real Estate IL

Waukegan, IL 60087
Terrance Muse · RE/MAX Premier

Waukegan, IL 60087
Tamara Hernandez · RE/MAX Home Sweet Home

Waukegan, IL 60083
Andrea Lee Sullivan · Keller Williams North Shore West

Waukegan, IL 60083
Jaimie Banke · Keller Williams Thrive
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Active listings
121
Homes on market
Median list price
$280K
Avg. days on market
49
Days until sale
New this week
68
Newly listed
Population
88,919
Median income
$70,578/yr
Median age
34.6 years
Owner-occupied
50.9%
College grads
21.0%
Avg commute
26.4 min
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS
Zillow home value
$246,604
Zillow rent index
$1,600/mo
Price-to-rent ratio
12.8x
Price-to-income
3.5x
Source: Zillow Research
Waukegan is a community of approximately 89K residents with a median age of 34.6 years.The median household income is $70,578, which represents a working-class community with solid middle-income opportunities. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, showing a mixed educational demographic.
Homeownership rates are at 50.9%, showing a blend of owner and renter-occupied properties. The average commute time is 26.4 minutes, which makes this an excellent choice for those seeking short commutes to employment centers.Overall, Waukegan offers a balanced lifestyle with accessible home values relative to local income levels.
23 schools tracked · 14,142 students
The largest public schools serving Waukegan, IL by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
Waukegan High School
Grades 9-12 · 4,325 students
John R Lewis Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 762 students
Miguel Juarez Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 662 students
Glenwood Elementary School
Grades K-5 · 588 students
Robert E Abbott Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 585 students
Jack Benny Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 506 students
Edith M Smith Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 489 students
Carman-Buckner Elem School
Grades PK-5 · 485 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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For investors evaluating Waukegan, the price-to-rent ratio of 12.8x suggests potential rental yield opportunity, making the market attractive for income-focused investors. The market has softened 1.3% year-over-year, potentially creating entry opportunities for strategic buyers.Use our rent vs. buy calculator to analyze whether owning or renting makes more financial sense based on Waukegan's current market conditions and your specific situation. Estimate your monthly payment with the mortgage calculator using Waukegan's median home price.
The median home sale price in Waukegan is $260,000, down 1.3% from last year.
Homes typically spend 49 days on market before going under contract.
The median household income is $70,578 per year.
With 3.2 months of supply, Waukegan is currently a balanced market.
There are currently 121 homes listed for sale in Waukegan, IL.
The Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for Waukegan is $246,604, representing the typical home value in the area.
The median condo/co-op sale price in Waukegan, IL is $178,250, compared to $265,000 for a single-family home, based on the latest Redfin data.
The median single-family home price in Waukegan, IL is $265,000 (about $201 per square foot).
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