Bear Realty Group

06/05/2026

🏡 April housing market update is here, and the spring market continues to stay active across the country and throughout the Chicago suburbs. 📈
According to the latest REMAX National Housing Report, the market saw increased activity heading into the busy summer selling season.
📊 April 2026 National Housing Market Highlights:
✔️ Home sales up 7.6% from March 2026
✔️ New listings increased 10.5% month over month
✔️ Closed sales up 0.1% year over year
✔️ Active inventory up 2.0% year over year
✔️ Median sales price reached $445,000, up 1.5%
✔️ 34th consecutive month of annual price appreciation
✔️ Homes averaged 45 days on market
📍 What does this mean for buyers and sellers in the Chicago suburbs?
In communities like Orland Park, Tinley Park, Frankfort, Lockport, Homer Glen, and surrounding southwest suburbs of Chicago, inventory has improved compared to earlier this year, giving buyers more opportunities. However, desirable homes that are priced correctly and move in ready are still seeing strong activity and buyer competition.
For sellers, continued home price appreciation remains positive news. For buyers, more inventory may create better opportunities before peak summer demand fully ramps up.
Thinking about buying or selling in the Chicagoland real estate market? Let’s talk strategy and what these trends mean for your goals. 🔑


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Yiselle Bryce
708-446-9493
[email protected]

06/04/2026

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06/03/2026

🏡 Home prices continue to show strength heading into the busy spring and summer real estate season.
According to the latest REMAX National Housing Report, the median sales price increased to $445,000 in April 2026 📈
Here’s what else stood out nationally:
✔️ Median sales price up 1.5% year over year
✔️ 34th consecutive month of annual price appreciation
✔️ Homes for sale increased 4.5% over March 2026
✔️ Inventory also rose 2.0% compared to April 2025
📍 What does this mean for the Chicago suburbs?
In areas like Orland Park, Tinley Park, Frankfort, Lockport, Homer Glen, and surrounding southwest suburbs of Chicago, home values have remained resilient while inventory slowly improves. Buyers may see more options than earlier this year, but desirable homes that are priced correctly are still moving quickly.
For sellers, continued price appreciation is encouraging news. For buyers, increasing inventory may create more opportunities to find the right fit before peak summer competition arrives.
Thinking about buying, selling, or finding out what your home may be worth in today’s Chicagoland real estate market? Let’s connect. 🔑


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Yiselle Bryce
708-446-9493
[email protected]

06/02/2026

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06/01/2026

🏡 Spring market activity continued to heat up in April according to the latest REMAX National Housing Report 📈
Home sales increased 7.6% compared to March 2026 as buyers became more active heading into the busy summer real estate season. At the same time, new listings increased 10.5%, giving buyers more choices across many markets.
📊 Key April 2026 housing market insights:
✔️ Home sales up 7.6% month over month
✔️ New listings increased 10.5%
✔️ Year over year sales activity remained steady at +0.1%
✔️ Inventory continued improving in many markets
📍 What does this mean in the Chicago suburbs?
In communities like Orland Park, Tinley Park, Frankfort, Lockport, Homer Glen, and surrounding southwest suburbs of Chicago, the spring market remains active. Buyers are seeing more homes hit the market, but well priced and move in ready properties are still attracting strong competition.
For sellers, this is still an excellent opportunity to take advantage of seasonal buyer demand. For buyers, increased inventory may provide more options compared to earlier this year.
Thinking about buying or selling in the Chicagoland suburbs? Let’s talk about what these housing market trends mean for your next move. 🔑


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Yiselle Bryce
708-446-9493
[email protected]

05/31/2026

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05/29/2026

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05/29/2026

🏡 April 2026 Housing Market Update: Inventory Is Growing 📈
The latest REMAX National Housing Report shows that housing inventory continued to rise this spring as new listings outpaced buyer demand.
Here’s what the April 2026 data revealed 👇
✔️ The number of homes for sale increased 4.5% over March 2026
✔️ Inventory was up 2.0% year over year
✔️ Home sales still increased in April as the spring market stayed active
✔️ More listings are giving buyers additional options heading into summer
📍 What does this mean in the Chicago suburbs?
In communities like Orland Park, Tinley Park, Frankfort, Lockport, Homer Glen, and surrounding southwest suburbs of Chicago, buyers are seeing more inventory compared to earlier this year. However, well maintained and properly priced homes are still attracting strong interest.
For sellers, increased inventory means pricing strategy and presentation matter more than ever. For buyers, this could create more opportunities.
Thinking about buying or selling in the Chicagoland suburbs? Let’s talk about what these housing market trends mean for your next move. 🔑


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Yiselle Bryce
708-446-9493
[email protected]

05/27/2026

🏡 April 2026 Housing Market Update is here!
The spring real estate market continues to gain momentum across the country and here in the Chicago suburbs. 🌷📈
According to the latest REMAX National Housing Report:
✔️ Home sales increased 7.6% from March
✔️ New listings jumped 10.5% month over month
✔️ Inventory rose 4.5% from March and 2.0% year over year
✔️ Median sales price climbed to $445,000
✔️ This marks the 34th consecutive month of year over year price appreciation
While year over year activity remained relatively steady across the 51 metro areas surveyed, well priced homes in communities like Orland Park, Tinley Park, Frankfort, Lockport, Homer Glen, and surrounding southwest suburbs of Chicago are still attracting strong attention from buyers.
📍 What does this mean locally?
More inventory is giving buyers additional options, but demand remains strong for updated and properly priced homes. Sellers are still benefiting from continued home price appreciation and active spring market conditions.
Thinking about buying or selling in the Chicagoland suburbs? Let’s talk strategy and what these trends mean for your goals. 🔑


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Yiselle Bryce
708-446-9493
[email protected]

05/27/2026

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