Evanston Market Snapshot: October 2026

The latest Evanston housing numbers are a good reminder that one citywide median never tells the whole story. Prices look nearly flat year over year, but price per square foot is up, more than half of homes are selling above asking, and buyers are still competing for the best listings. Here’s what the October 2026 market looks like — and what I think buyers and sellers should take from it. Read more here: https://www.willtveit.com/evanston-real-estate-market-update-october-2026

What Is Your Home Really Worth? How to Price Your Home for Sale

The honest answer is that no online estimate, neighborhood average, or recent sale can determine your home's value on its own. A realistic price requires looking at the property, recent comparable sales, current competition, and what buyers are willing to pay now. That is true whether you own a single-family home, condominium, townhome, or small multi-unit property in Evanston, Chicago, or the North Shore. Online estimates can be a useful starting point, but they have not walked through your home. They may not know that you renovated the kitchen, replaced the roof, added a bathroom, or have a much better view than another unit in the same building. They may also miss condition issues that a buyer will notice immediately. If you are wondering what your home is worth, the details matter. Read full article here: https://www.willtveit.com/what-is-my-home-worth-evanston-chicago