The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 60636 sells for about $205,000, or $136 per square foot.
Prices are down 3.6% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 66 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,155 a month.
ZIP 60636 — Chicago
The 60636 housing market is characterized by low median home prices and high vacancy rates, reflecting a challenging economic environment. While sales volume has seen slight year-over-year increases, the market remains sensitive to high poverty and unemployment levels. Figures for specific metrics like months of supply and sale-to-list ratios are based on recent market reports, though some granular data points remain unavailable at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is primarily suited for budget-conscious renters and investors looking for entry-level housing opportunities, though it presents challenges for families seeking top-tier school districts.
Median prices moved down 3.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 66 days on market with 0.6 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 16.4% · poverty 30.4% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
Built from 561 recorded sales in the last 24 months against HUD 3-bedroom fair market rents. The location premium is the part of the price that rent, income, education, employment, vacancy, price trend, hazard, lending and flood risk don't explain. It usually reflects amenities, schools and scarcity. It's area context and does not change this ZIP's home value estimates.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 12.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
ZCTA 60636, Cook County IL
The area experiences elevated crime rates compared to regional averages, with ongoing public safety concerns reported in local media.
Public schools serving the area generally face significant challenges, with many institutions receiving lower performance ratings compared to the broader Chicago district.
The area is primarily urban with standard flood and wind risks associated with the Chicago metropolitan region; specific insurance-climate posture is not determinable.
Economic momentum is driven by local small businesses and proximity to Chicago's broader employment hubs, though significant large-scale corporate development within the ZIP is limited.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Illinois) — Property Tax Assessment (Fair Cash Value): Property is assessed at 33 1/3% of its fair cash value. The tax bill is calculated by multiplying the equalized assessed value (EAV) by the aggregate tax rate of the local taxing districts.
Residents have access to CTA bus and rail lines providing transit connectivity to the Chicago Loop, with typical drive times varying based on traffic congestion.
The area features local neighborhood parks and community centers, with larger regional amenities and shopping districts accessible within a short drive.
The rental market is characterized by high vacancy rates and a significant renter share, with affordability pressures impacting tenant stability.
The local economy is largely service-oriented with a mix of small businesses; residents often commute to the broader Chicago labor market for employment.
Served by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) bus network and proximity to the Red Line, facilitating transit-oriented commuting.
Development activity is focused on small-scale residential infill and community-led revitalization projects.
The Cook County Assessor's Office manages property valuations using a triennial reassessment cycle.
Parcels are subject to Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and various municipal utility and special service area districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional urban risk factors and the age of the housing stock.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and local market reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Navy Pier4.69 mi
- Bengtson's Pumpkin Farm and Fall Fest4.517.6 mi
- Museum of Illusions Chicago4.68 mi
- Dave & Buster's Rosemont4.317.4 mi
- Sloomoo Institute - Chicago4.58.8 mi
- Navy Pier4.69 mi
- Wrigley Field4.812.2 mi
- United Center4.77.5 mi
- Soldier Field4.56.9 mi
- McCormick Place4.56.3 mi
- Navy Pier4.69 mi
- Wrigley Field4.812.2 mi
- Millennium Park4.88.1 mi
- Shedd Aquarium4.57.3 mi
- Willis Tower4.57.6 mi
- Navy Pier4.69 mi
- Shedd Aquarium4.57.3 mi
- The Art Institute of Chicago4.87.9 mi
- Field Museum4.77.1 mi
- Griffin Museum of Science and Industry4.74.8 mi
- Millennium Park4.88.1 mi
- Garfield Park Conservatory4.88.2 mi
- Maggie Daley Park4.78.1 mi
- Grant Park4.77.6 mi
- Lincoln Park Conservatory4.810.7 mi
- Burnham Harbor4.76.9 mi
- 31st Street Harbor4.65.8 mi
- Crowley's Yacht Yard LLC4.47.6 mi
- Jackson Park Yacht Club4.65.2 mi
- Harborside International Golf Center4.16.9 mi
- Puttery4.77.9 mi
- Douglass (Anna & Frederick) Park4.46.4 mi
- Sydney R. Marovitz Golf Course3.812.6 mi
- Lost Marsh Golf Course4.111.5 mi
- Water Tower Place4.59.1 mi
- Christkindlmarket Chicago4.28 mi
- Eataly4.38.7 mi
- Nordstrom4.48.6 mi
- Chicago Ridge Mall4.26.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides local green space and recreational facilities for the community.
Features athletic fields and community programming.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).