Chicago Real Estate Market Update: August 2026
August brought an interesting combination of trends to the Chicago real estate market: fewer homes are selling, but prices continue to rise. In the Chicago metro area, the number of homes sold fell 11.3% compared with August 2025, while the median sales price increased 5.5% year over year. Statewide, Illinois followed a similar pattern, with... More
Just Listed: 1436 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60610 by IRPINO Real Estate
Just Listed For Sale in Old Town, Chicago Located in Charming Old Town, just a ½ Block from the Brown Line Stop, this 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Red Brick Home offers a Level Yard with a 25’ x 30’ Private Backyard! Sure to impress is the Open Floor Plan with Tall Ceilings, Exposed Brick and... More
What Should You Look for During a Home Showing?
Walking into a home for the first time, it’s easy to get distracted by the things that immediately catch your eye. The beautiful kitchen. The furniture. The paint colors you love—or hate. The way the current owners have decorated. But when you’re seriously considering buying a home, a showing is your opportunity to look beyond... More
