Is now a good time to sell your home in Roscoe Village, Chicago? For most owners, the MLS numbers say yes. Over the last 12 months, 75% of Roscoe Village condos and townhomes sold above asking price, and the typical one went under contract in just 6 days. Existing single-family houses did very well too: almost half sold over asking, usually in about 10 days.
That said, I would never give every Roscoe Village homeowner the same advice. A three-bedroom condo near Roscoe Street and a brand new five-bedroom house near the river are priced very differently and attract different buyers. The right plan depends on your home.
I reviewed the actual closed sales in Roscoe Village to see what is selling, what buyers are paying, and which properties are taking longer. Let me walk you through what I found and what it means if you are thinking about putting your home on the market.
I reviewed every closed sale in Roscoe Village from November 2025 through early November 2026. For this search, I used the boundaries defined by Roscoe Village Neighbors: Addison Street to Belmont Avenue, from Ravenswood Avenue west to the Chicago River.
I separated condos and townhomes from single-family houses because combining them into one market number would hide some important differences. Here is what the MLS shows.
Type of home | Sales | Median price | Sold over asking | Typical days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Condos and townhomes | 67 | $615,000 | 75% | 6 |
Single-family houses | 39 | $1,925,000 | 38% | 10 |
Source: MLS (MRED), closed sales November 14, 2025 to November 5, 2026, within Addison, Belmont, Ravenswood and the Chicago River. At the time of research, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
The first thing that stands out is how quickly condos have been selling. The typical Roscoe Village condo sold for 104.7% of its list price. On a $600,000 asking price, that works out to about $28,000 over asking.
And these were not all properties sitting around waiting for buyers. Only 2 of the 67 condo sales took 60 days or more. That tells me buyers have been responding quickly to condos in this neighborhood.
Roscoe Village also performed better than North Center as a whole when it comes to condos selling over asking price. Across North Center, 64% of condos sold over asking, compared with 75% in Roscoe Village.
That distinction matters if you own a home here. I would not base your pricing decision on a broad North Center average when we can look more closely at what actually sold in Roscoe Village.
You can see how the wider area compares in my guide to selling your home in North Center.
If you own a condo in Roscoe Village, this is probably the section you will find most interesting. The condo market has been competitive across different price points, but three-bedroom condos really stood out in my MLS research.
Here is how the sales break down by bedroom count.
Condo size | Sales | Median price | Sold over asking |
|---|---|---|---|
2 bedrooms | 26 | $550,606 | 65% |
3 bedrooms | 25 | $738,000 | 88% |
4 bedrooms | 11 | $1,200,000 | 64% |
Look at the three-bedroom condos. Almost 9 out of 10 sold over asking price, with a median sale price of $738,000. That is a strong result, and it is something I would pay close attention to if you own a three-bedroom condo in Roscoe Village.
Now, that does not mean you should automatically price your condo above the recent comparable sales. In fact, I would want to look very carefully at the homes that attracted competing offers and understand how yours compares. The asking price you choose can make a real difference in how buyers respond.
The $400,000 to $700,000 condo market also performed particularly well. In that range, 74% sold over asking, the typical condo sold for 106.3% of list price, and the median time to go under contract was 5 days.
If you own a condo in that price range, I would want to review the recent sales before making any assumptions about its value. A well-presented home with an asking price buyers respond to may attract strong interest, but the results will always depend on the individual property.
Another detail worth mentioning is monthly assessments. The median in Roscoe Village was about $298 a month, reflecting the many condos located in smaller two-flat, three-flat, and walk-up buildings.
That is something I would highlight when marketing a condo with manageable monthly assessments. Buyers look at the total cost of ownership, not just the purchase price, so assessments are part of the conversation.
My advice for condo sellers: The sales numbers give you a good reason to explore selling, especially if you own a three-bedroom condo. But before choosing a list price, I would compare your home with recent sales based on bedroom count, condition, outdoor space, parking, and location. Then you can decide how you want to position your home in the market.
If you own an existing single-family house in Roscoe Village, this is good news. Almost half sold over asking, and the typical one went under contract in about 10 days. For houses at this price point, that is a strong market.
Here is how existing houses compare with new construction.
Type of house | Sales | Median price | Sold over asking | Typical days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Existing houses | 25 | $1,800,000 | 48% | 10 |
New construction (built 2024 or later) | 11 | $2,495,000 | 9% | 65 |
Three house sales did not list a year built and are not in this table.
Existing houses sold for a median of $1,800,000, and 48% sold over asking. The typical one spent just 10 days on the market. Buyers are clearly competing for well-kept houses on good Roscoe Village blocks.
New construction usually takes longer, and that is normal. These homes sold for a median of $2,495,000, so they are priced well above the existing houses. Some are also listed before they are fully built out, which gives buyers less to see and more time to decide. The typical new construction home took 65 days to sell.
If you own an existing home, you are in a strong position. A well-maintained house on a good block is attracting real competition, especially when it is priced right and presented well.
If you are selling new construction, plan for a longer timeline. Buyers at $2.5 million may also be comparing new homes in North Center, Lakeview, and Bucktown, so I would want to know exactly what else they can choose from before we decide how to position yours.
The bedroom count tells another interesting part of the story. Three-bedroom houses sold over asking 75% of the time, with a median price of $1,587,500. Houses with five or more bedrooms sold over asking only 20% of the time, with a median price of $2,300,000.
Eight of the 20 five-bedroom houses were new construction at the top of the market, so it makes sense that buyers took more time. It does not mean those homes are less desirable.
My advice for house sellers: I would look beyond the overall Roscoe Village median and focus on homes that genuinely compete with yours. We would review recent closed sales, current listings, the condition of your property, and what buyers can purchase at a similar asking price. That is how I would help you make an informed pricing decision.
This comes up more often than you might think, and it matters when you are selling a home. Roscoe Village is not part of Lake View. Officially, it sits within the North Center community area.
Ravenswood Avenue marks the eastern edge of Roscoe Village, while the blocks east of Ravenswood are in Lake View. The neighborhoods are close together, but that does not mean their housing markets behave the same way.
For example, Lakeview condos sold over asking 57% of the time this year, compared with 75% in Roscoe Village. Lakeview also includes many high-rise condo buildings, which can have a different market from the smaller condo buildings found throughout Roscoe Village.
I discuss that market in my article on whether now is a good time to sell in Lakeview.
When helping you decide on a list price, I would start with the most relevant Roscoe Village sales rather than automatically relying on Lakeview or the wider North Center market. Nearby sales may still be useful, but I want you to understand why a particular property is being used for comparison.
Numbers are important, but buyers are not purchasing a spreadsheet. They are looking at the home, the block, the neighborhood, and how the property would work for their everyday lives.
When I show homes in Roscoe Village, there are certain features and location details that come up regularly. If your property offers them, I want buyers to know about them.
Walking distance to Roscoe Street and Belmont. Access to restaurants, coffee shops, and small local businesses is part of what makes this neighborhood appealing.
Not every home will have all these features, and that is perfectly fine. My job is to identify what makes your property appealing and make sure those details are communicated clearly in the listing, photos, and showings.
If you would like a closer look at the neighborhood itself, read my guide to living in Roscoe Village or visit my Roscoe Village neighborhood page.
This is usually the question homeowners really want answered. And my answer is that I would not automatically tell you to wait for spring, but I would not tell you to list tomorrow just because the MLS numbers look strong either.
It depends on what you own, what is competing with your home, and what you want to accomplish with the sale.
The past 12 months give condo owners some encouraging information. Buyers have been paying over asking for many condos, and the typical one went under contract in 6 days. That tells me there has been strong competition for properties in this category.
If your condo is ready to sell and the current competition is favorable, I would not assume waiting for spring is necessary. More buyers may be looking in spring, but additional listings can also give them more choices.
Before recommending a timeline, I would review what is currently listed, what recently went under contract, and how your condo compares. Then you can decide whether listing now or waiting better fits your plans.
Existing houses have been selling quickly and often over asking, so if your house is ready, the numbers support listing. I would still look at what is for sale near you, because the right price and timing depend on your competition.
If you own new construction, expect a longer timeline, since these homes are priced higher and buyers have more choices. We would look at how buyers are responding to similar new homes before choosing your price.
And if you are not in a hurry to move, that gives us an opportunity to discuss the timing rather than rushing into a decision. I explain how I approach the pricing side of that conversation in how to price your Chicago home to sell.
The bottom line: You decide when to sell and what asking price you are comfortable with. I will show you the comparable sales, the current competition, and the options I think are worth considering before you make that decision.
A competitive market is helpful, but it does not mean every property sells quickly or above asking price. How you prepare the home, choose the asking price, and present it to buyers still matters.
When I work with a seller in Roscoe Village, I want us to have a clear plan before the home goes on the market. Here is what that process includes.
Throughout the process, I want you to know what is happening and why. If buyers raise concerns or the market gives us information we did not expect, we talk through it and decide what makes sense.
My goal is not simply to get your home listed. It is to help you make good decisions from our first pricing conversation through closing.
I have been selling real estate in Chicago for a long time, and I have worked through very different markets. One thing that has not changed is how important it is to understand the individual property instead of relying on a general market headline.
Here is a little background on my experience and results.
I work in Roscoe Village and the surrounding neighborhoods regularly, so I understand why the differences between individual blocks and property types matter. If you are considering selling, I would be happy to sit down with you, review the recent sales, and talk about what they mean for your particular home.
You can also learn more about my approach on my North Center listing agent page.
For condo owners, the numbers are strong. Over the last 12 months, 75% of Roscoe Village condos and townhomes sold over asking, and the typical one went under contract in 6 days, based on the MLS. Existing houses are selling well too, with almost half selling over asking in about 10 days. New construction usually takes longer because it is priced higher.
Over the last 12 months, the median Roscoe Village condo or townhome sold for $615,000 and the median single-family house sold for $1,925,000. Three-bedroom condos had a median of $738,000. Prices vary a lot by block, size and condition.
The median time to go under contract was 6 days for condos and 10 days for houses. New construction houses took longer, with a median of 65 days.
No. Roscoe Village is part of the North Center community area. Its eastern edge is Ravenswood Avenue, and the blocks east of Ravenswood are in Lake View.
Roscoe Village Neighbors describes the neighborhood as Addison Street to Belmont Avenue, from Ravenswood Avenue west to the Chicago River. Some people also include the blocks south of Belmont to Diversey.
If you are wondering what your Roscoe Village home could sell for, I would be happy to help you find out. We can look at recent closed sales, current competition, and how your property compares with others buyers are considering.
Whether you own a condo, townhome, existing house, or new construction property, I want you to have a clear picture of the market before making a decision. We can talk about preparation, asking price, timing, and what you want to accomplish with your sale.
There is no pressure to list before you are ready. My role is to give you the information and advice you need, and you decide what works best for you.
You can start with a free home value review or schedule a complimentary consultation. We can take a closer look at your home and talk through your options.
You can also take my free Chicago Home Seller Course, or call or text me at 773.719.0989.
I am Dee Savic, a Chicago Realtor® with Baird & Warner. I have more than 24 years of real estate experience, have lived in Chicago for more than 27 years, and have closed more than 300 transactions. I help buyers, sellers, downsizers, and relocation clients in Roscoe Village and across Chicago, including Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, North Center, Andersonville, Uptown, Bucktown, Wicker Park, and the Gold Coast.
Dee Savic
Realtor® | Baird & Warner
4553 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
773.719.0989
[email protected]
deesavic.com
Seller's Advice
Who pays the gap, when a buyer can walk away, and how to protect your price
Seller's Advice
What 12 months of MLS sales show for condos, houses and new construction
Seller's Advice
What the 2026 MLS numbers say about prices, speed and over-asking sales
Buyers
North Center, Bucktown, Lakeview, Logan Square and Lincoln Square, with real MLS prices
Selling
What the 2025 research says, which rooms matter most, and when your own furniture is enough
Sellers
How private listings work in Chicago's MLS, when they help, and when they cost you buyers
Seller Tips
What Chicago sellers gain when their agent is in the room, and how to prepare for showings
Buying
My 3 predictions for the Chicago housing market in 2027, and what they mean if you are planning to buy
Selling
It is almost never the market. How to find what is holding back offers, and fix it
I'm Dee Savic, your trusted Chicago real estate expert, and I'm here to guide you through your relocation journey. Discover why Chicago is the perfect city for you; from its diverse neighborhoods to its cultural vibrancy, Chicago offers an unmatched urban experience. Together, we'll find a community and home that fits your lifestyle and aspirations.
