Updated October 2026 with MLS sales from January 1 through September 30, 2026.
What are homes selling for in Lincoln Square, Chicago in 2026? From January through September 2026, condos and townhomes in Lincoln Square sold for a median of $400,000, single-family homes for a median of $1,335,000, and 2 to 4 unit buildings for a median of $917,500, based on my search of the MLS. Most homes of every type sold at or above their list price, and almost two out of three condos sold over asking.
My office is on Lincoln Avenue in the heart of the neighborhood, and I have sold real estate in Chicago for more than 24 years. This post gives you the real numbers by home type, what they mean if you are buying or selling, and where Lincoln Square stands compared with nearby neighborhoods.
Lincoln Square, Jan to Sep 2026 | Condos and Townhomes | Single-Family Homes | 2 to 4 Unit Buildings |
|---|---|---|---|
Homes sold | 188 | 69 | 34 |
Median sales price | $400,000 | $1,335,000 | $917,500 |
Median sale price compared with final list price | 102.8% | 100.0% | 102.5% |
Share that sold above list price | 62.8% | 50.7% | 58.8% |
Source: MLS (Midwest Real Estate Data LLC), closed sales in the MLS Lincoln Square area, which includes Ravenswood, with closing dates from January 1 to September 30, 2026, search run October 12, 2026. At the time of research, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Condos are the most common home type in Lincoln Square, with 188 sales in nine months. The number of bedrooms changes the price more than anything else, so here is the breakdown.
Condo Size | Sales | Median Sales Price |
|---|---|---|
1 bedroom | 36 | $177,000 |
2 bedrooms | 93 | $380,000 |
3 or more bedrooms | 58 | $733,250 |
Parking matters too. Of the 93 two-bedroom condos that sold, 64 came with a garage or outdoor parking space and sold for a median of $402,500, while the 29 without parking sold for a median of $358,000. If you are buying a condo, look closely at the building as well as the unit. Some vintage buildings have thin reserves or upcoming projects, so ask for the reserve study, the budget, and the last 12 months of meeting minutes before you fall in love with a kitchen.
Single-family homes are where Lincoln Square has changed the most. The median sale from January through September 2026 was $1,335,000, and 46 of the 69 houses that sold went for $1 million or more. Only 12 sold for less than $700,000.
Houses typically sold right at their list price, and about half sold above it. In my experience, updated homes with a garage, central air, and a finished lower level draw the most interest, while homes that need major updates are priced and negotiated with that work in mind. If you are moving up from a condo to a house, my post on selling and buying a home at the same time explains how to plan both sides.
Lincoln Square is one of the best-known neighborhoods in Chicago for 2-flats, and they keep selling well. From January through September 2026, 34 buildings with 2 to 4 units sold at a median of $917,500, and 58.8% sold above their list price.
Building Type | Sales | Median Sales Price | Price Range |
|---|---|---|---|
2-flats | 23 | $912,000 | $650,000 to $1,425,000 |
3-units | 8 | $937,500 | $625,000 to $1,241,000 |
4-units | 3 | $1,125,000 | $920,000 to $1,189,000 |
For buyers who want to live in one unit, a 2-flat can make a lot of sense in Lincoln Square. My posts on condo vs. 2-flat in Lincoln Square and how to buy a 2-flat in Chicago walk through what to check.
The numbers favor sellers who price well from the start. With most condos and 2-flats selling over list, a well-priced home tends to draw several buyers in the first week, and that competition does more for your final price than starting high and lowering it later. I think of the list price as an invitation: too high and you chase the market, too low and you leave money behind.
One of my recent Lincoln Square listings, a 2-bedroom condo at 1962 W. Lawrence Ave., was listed at $375,000, drew three offers above asking, and sold for $415,000. My post on selling your home in Lincoln Square covers how to prepare.
Expect competition for well-priced homes, especially 2-bedroom condos with parking and updated houses. Get fully pre-approved before you tour, know your top number, and be ready to move within a day or two when the right home appears. Homes that have been on the market for a few weeks can be a real opportunity, because the seller may now be more open to negotiating.
Rates are part of the picture too. Freddie Mac's survey showed the 30-year fixed rate at 7.40% on October 8, 2026, and my post on what a 7% mortgage does to a Chicago home payment shows the monthly math. You can also search Lincoln Square homes for sale on my website.
If you are shopping around $1 million, see my post on what $1 million buys on the North Side, which compares real 2026 sales in Lincoln Square with Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Irving Park, and other nearby neighborhoods.
The MLS area for Lincoln Square includes Ravenswood, and the eastern part, which uses the 60640 zip code, was even more competitive this year. Of the 27 condos and townhomes that sold there from January through September 2026, 23 sold above their list price. For a closer look at the two, see my posts on Ravenswood home prices in 2026 and Lincoln Square vs. Ravenswood, and my Ravenswood neighborhood page.
If you are searching by zip code, my post on the 60625 zip code compares the western part of Lincoln Square with Ravenswood Manor and Albany Park. For a broader look at daily life, read my Lincoln Square neighborhood guide, and if you are moving from another state, my post on moving to Lincoln Square from out of state.
When you choose an agent, look for numbers you can verify. Here are mine:
You work with me directly from the first call to the closing table. Learn more on my Lincoln Square realtor page and my Lincoln Square listing agent page.
From January through September 2026, condos and townhomes in Lincoln Square sold for a median of $400,000, single-family homes for $1,335,000, and 2 to 4 unit buildings for $917,500, based on MLS data at the time of research.
Many are. From January through September 2026, 62.8% of condos and townhomes, 50.7% of single-family homes, and 58.8% of 2 to 4 unit buildings in Lincoln Square sold above their list price.
The 93 two-bedroom condos that sold from January through September 2026 had a median price of $380,000. Those with parking sold for a median of $402,500.
The 23 two-flats that sold in Lincoln Square from January through September 2026 had a median price of $912,000, with sales ranging from $650,000 to $1,425,000.
I am Dee Savic, a Chicago Realtor® with Baird & Warner, with an office at 4553 N. Lincoln Ave. In 2026, my sellers have received 105.07% of their original asking price on average, and I have more than 24 years of experience, more than 300 closed transactions, and more than 190 five-star reviews. You can reach me directly at 773.719.0989.
If you are selling, start with a free home value review. If you are buying, start with my free Chicago Buyer's Course. You can also schedule a complimentary and confidential consultation, or call or text me directly at 773.719.0989.
Market data from my search of the MLS (Midwest Real Estate Data LLC), closed sales in the MLS Lincoln Square area from January 1 to September 30, 2026. Mortgage rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey, October 8, 2026. Accurate at the time of research, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Dee Savic is a Chicago Realtor® with Baird & Warner, working out of 4553 N. Lincoln Ave. She helps buyers, sellers, and relocation clients across Chicago, including Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, North Center, Roscoe Village, Andersonville, Uptown, Bucktown, Wicker Park, and the Gold Coast.
Dee Savic
Realtor® | Baird & Warner
4553 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
773.719.0989
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