Naperville Market Update February 2026
Naperville Real Estate
Market Update
What the January 2026 data actually means for you
60540 · 60563 · 60564 · 60565 · Source: RPR®
"If you own a home in Naperville right now, you are sitting on more equity than most people realize. And if you're trying to buy one — I want to help you understand exactly what you're walking into so you can win."
Every month I pull the city-wide RPR® data for Naperville and break it down — not just the numbers, but what those numbers actually mean for your life. Whether you own a home here, want to buy one, or you're just trying to figure out whether now is the right time to make a move — this report is for you.
Let's walk through January 2026 together.
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1.15
Months of Inventory
If zero new listings hit the market today, every Naperville home would be gone in 35 days.
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$587K
Median Sold Price
Up 7.8% from last January. Up 22% from three years ago. That's real money in your pocket.
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99.1%
Sold-to-List Ratio
Sellers kept 99 cents of every dollar they asked for. Two homes got MORE than they asked.
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20
Days on Market
This is JANUARY — the slowest month of the year. By June it was 5 days. Let that sink in.
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What Does "1.15 Months of Inventory" Actually Mean?
Think of it this way: imagine every house for sale in Naperville is a pizza slice. A healthy, balanced market has about 4 to 6 slices. Right now, we have one slice. One. That's it.
What that means in practical terms: if you're a buyer, you are competing. There are more people looking for homes than there are homes available. That's why two homes sold over asking price this month in what is supposed to be the dead of winter — and why homes that are priced correctly are going under contract in days, not weeks.
And if you're a seller? That one slice is yours. You have the leverage. The market will reward a properly prepared, correctly priced home with full value — and in many cases, more than full value.
January 2026 Market Snapshot — All Naperville
Every metric compared to last month, last year, and three years ago — so you can see the full trend, not just a snapshot.
| Metric | Jan '26 | vs. Last Mo. | vs. Last Year | vs. 3 Years | What It Means |
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| Median Sold Price | $587,500 | +3.34% | +7.8% | +22.14% | Prices keep climbing every year, even in slow months |
| Median Est. Value | $637,210 | −1.92% | +3.38% | +30.83% | Minor monthly dip is normal; 3-year gain is extraordinary |
| Median List Price | $675,000 | −1.64% | −6.83% | +3.85% | Sellers are pricing smarter — closer to reality = faster sales |
| Months of Inventory | 1.15 mo | +10.58% | Balanced market = 4–6 months. We have ONE. | Buyers compete. Sellers win. Full stop. | |
| Sold-to-List Ratio | 99.1% | +0.5% | Sellers received nearly every dollar they asked | Price it right and the market delivers | |
| Median Days on Market | 20 days | +25%* | *January seasonal — peak was 5 days in June '25 | Even the "slow" month is fast by any standard | |
Naperville Median Sold Price, 2022–2026
This is the chart that should make every Naperville homeowner feel good about their decision to buy here. The median sold price has risen from roughly $395,000 four years ago to $587,500 today — a gain of nearly $193,000. That's not luck. That's Naperville.
| Jan '22 | ~$395,000 | |
| Jan '23 | ~$481,000 | |
| Jan '24 | ~$530,000 | |
| Jan '25 | $545,000 | |
| Jan '26 ★ | $587,500 ▲ |
Why "January Is Slow" Was Still Great News for Sellers
Here's something most people don't know: the Naperville market has a rhythm. Spring is the peak. Winter is the "slow" season. But look at what "slow" actually means below — 82 homes sold in January. That's not slow. That's just Naperville doing what Naperville does. And watch what happens when spring arrives.
| Month | Active Listings | Homes Sold | Absorption Rate | What This Means |
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| Feb '25 | 190 | 89 | 47% | Nearly 1 in 2 homes sold — in February |
| Apr '25 | 243 | 166 | 68% | Spring kicks in — inventory rises but demand surges faster |
| Jun '25 🔥 | 269 | 227 | 84% — PEAK | 5-day median DOM. Nearly every home sold that month. |
| Aug '25 | 267 | 176 | 66% | Summer wind-down — still strong |
| Oct '25 | 238 | 137 | 58% | Fall slowdown begins — still well above balanced |
| Dec '25 | 168 | 114 | 68% | December strong — motivated buyers close before year-end |
| Jan '26 ★ Now | 186 | 82 | 44% | Slowest month — and still 82 homes sold in 20 days |
The takeaway for sellers: If you're thinking of listing this spring, your competition is also thinking the same thing. The sellers who list in February often get cleaner offers and less competition from other sellers — while buyers who've been searching all winter are hungry and ready to move. Spring brings more buyers AND more sellers. February is your window to shine without the noise.
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📅 Get My Free Home Value →Which Zip Code Is Right for Your Life?
People talk about "Naperville" like it's one thing. It's not. The four zip codes each have their own personality, price point, and school district. Here's the honest breakdown — and what the January data tells us about each one right now.
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📍 60540 — North Side & Downtown
This is the zip code people mean when they say they want to be "in Naperville." Walking distance to the Downtown, top-rated District 203 schools, beautiful established neighborhoods north of Ogden. It commands a premium — and earns it. This month: 625 Buttonwood Cir closed at $690,000 in 4 days. 509 Aurora Ave — a 1-bed condo — closed at $272,000. The range here is wide, which means there's a 60540 entry point for more buyers than people think. ✅ Best for: Move-up buyers · Downsizers · Luxury clients · Walkability seekers
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📍 60563 — Central & West
This zip is where Naperville's luxury market really opens up. Two homes on the same street — N Brainard — closed this month: one at $650,000 and one at $1,550,000. That's the range you get in 60563. Central access, established streets, and a mix of price points from condos to estates. 603 N Brainard sold 8.51% OVER asking. The buyer who hesitated lost that home. That's the reality in this zip code right now. ✅ Best for: Luxury buyers · Downtown access · Established neighborhood feel
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📍 60564 — South Naperville / District 204
Right now 60564 has the most active inventory in Naperville — 5 of the 10 newest listings are here. Newer construction, larger lots, family-friendly floor plans, and strong District 204 schools. If you're relocating from out of state, this is often the zip that wins on first tour. Current new listings range from $750,000 to $900,000 for 4–5 bedroom homes. 4308 Fraser Cir just closed at $675,000 — a 2014-built 4-bed in 2,443 sq ft. That's the value story in 60564. ✅ Best for: Families · Out-of-area relocators · Move-up buyers
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📍 60565 — Southwest Naperville
Here's the one that surprises people. 60565 is often described as the "value zip" — and it is. But look at what happened here this month: 475 Bourbon Ln sold 12.78% OVER asking price. 1801 Slippery Rock Ct sold in 4 days. This is not a slow corner of the market. Established neighborhoods, mature trees, larger lots, and homes that are genuinely competitively priced against the rest of the city. If you're a buyer who got outbid elsewhere, 60565 is where I'd look next. ✅ Best for: Value-driven buyers · Established neighborhood feel · Competitive entry points
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10 Recent Closings — The Full Market Range
This is one of the most useful things I can show you — actual closed sales, with real prices and real days on market. Not estimates. Not Zestimates. Real transactions that closed in the last 30 days. Use this as your gut-check on where the market truly is.
The green rows are homes that sold OVER asking price — pay close attention to those.
| Address / Zip | Bd/Ba | Sq Ft | Closed Price | Days | vs. List |
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| 625 Buttonwood Cir · 60540 | 4/3 | 2,833 | $690,000 | 4 | ↓1.4% |
| 389 Cottonwood Ln · 60540 | 4/3 | 2,175 | $620,000 | — | — |
| 4308 Fraser Cir · 60564 | 4/4 | 2,443 | $675,000 | 44 | ↓3.4% |
| 475 Bourbon Ln · 60565 🔥 | 3/3 | 2,176 | $450,000 | 4 | ↑12.78% OVER |
| 603 N Brainard St · 60563 🔥 | 3/2 | 1,825 | $650,000 | 4 | ↑8.51% OVER |
| 628 N Brainard St · 60563 | 3/5 | 3,452 | $1,550,000 | — | ↓1.6% |
| 2512 Champion Rd · 60564 | 5/4 | 3,151 | $750,000 | 5 | ↑0.01% |
| 1801 Slippery Rock Ct · 60565 | 4/4 | 2,352 | $685,000 | 4 | ↓2% |
| 509 Aurora Ave #120 · 60540 | 1/1 | 915 | $272,000 | 6 | ↓1.1% |
| 2230 Keim Rd · 60565 | 4/3 | 2,530 | $705,000 | 108 | ↑0.9% |
Notice something? The $272,000 condo and the $1,550,000 luxury home both closed in the same month, in the same city. Naperville serves the full spectrum — first-time buyers, move-up families, downsizers, and luxury purchasers. There is a Naperville for every life stage and budget. The question is finding the right one for yours. That's where I come in.
What I'd Tell You If You Were Sitting Across from Me
I don't do the hard sell. But I do tell it straight. Here's what I genuinely think you should know if you're considering a move in Naperville right now.
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🏠 If You're Thinking About Selling
Don't wait for "the right time." You're in it right now. The right time in Naperville is when inventory is under 2 months and buyers are competing — which is exactly where we are today, in January, the slowest month of the year. Price it honestly. The sellers on Bourbon Lane who priced their home correctly got 12.78% over asking. The ones who overprice and reduce are the homes that sit 44+ days. Precision beats optimism every time in this market. February is a secret weapon. Spring brings you more buyers. It also brings your neighbors' competing listings. Right now, a well-prepared home stands out. That changes in April. Get a real valuation — not a Zestimate. Algorithms don't know your kitchen remodel, your finished basement, or your premium lot. I do. Let me pull the real comps for your specific home. |
🔑 If You're Thinking About Buying
The buyers who win aren't the ones with the most money. They're the ones who are most prepared. A fully underwritten DU approval tells a seller you're not going to fall through. That's worth more than you think when they're choosing between two similar offers. Get clear on your zip before you tour. I've seen buyers fall in love with a 60564 home and get outbid, then feel lost. If we had talked about your priorities first — schools, walkability, budget, commute — we'd have known to target 60565 where the same dollar goes further right now. January and February buyers get better deals. The data backs this up every year. Spring buyers pay more and compete harder. Winter buyers who move with confidence often get the home AND better terms. Don't wait for rates to drop. If rates drop, every buyer who was sitting on the sidelines jumps in at once. You'll pay more for the home than you saved on the rate. Buy when you're ready. Refinance when rates cooperate. |
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Joe Graham
Naperville Real Estate Expert · eXp Realty · IL License #475.142605
I've lived and worked in Naperville for over 20 years. I specialize in helping move-up buyers, downsizers, luxury clients, and out-of-area relocators navigate transactions in the $500K–$2M range. My job isn't to sell you on anything — it's to make sure you make the right decision for your family. |
Market data: RPR® Market Activity Report, Naperville IL (City-Wide), January 2026, generated February 25, 2026. Copyright 2026 Realtors Property Resource® LLC. All Rights Reserved. Information is not guaranteed. Equal Housing Opportunity. 🏠 Median estimated property values are generated by a valuation model and are not formal appraisals. eXp Realty, LLC · 10 N Martingale Road, Suite 400, Schaumburg, IL 60173
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