Wheaton Real Estate Market Report: October 29 – November 5, 2026
A hyper-local look at single-family homes, condos, townhomes, sold prices, new listings, price reductions, and buyer competition in Wheaton MLS Area 187.
I’m Joe Soto with RE/MAX Suburban and The Lance Kammes Team. As a local Wheaton real estate agent, I watch the individual properties behind the numbers because pricing, condition, neighborhood, and timing often matter more than broad headlines. Below is a detailed breakdown of the latest weekly activity.
Data scope: October 29–November 5, 2026, MLS Area 187 as supplied in the weekly report. MLS area boundaries may differ from Wheaton municipal limits. “Active” totals include private-network properties. Sale-to-list figures and summary statistics are reported from the supplied snapshot; individual figures may reflect rounding or different calculation methods. This is a weekly snapshot, not a forecast.
Wheaton Housing Market at a Glance: Detached vs. Attached
Metric | Detached homes | Condos & townhomes |
|---|---|---|
Closed sales | 12 | 7 |
Reported sales volume | $8.9 million | $2.56 million |
Median closed price | $565,000 | $248,000 |
Average closed price | $742,418 | $365,000 |
Reported overall sale-to-list | 102.4% | 98.5% |
Median market time | 12.5 days | 26 days |
New under contract | 9 | 3 |
New listings | 9 | 4 |
Price reductions | 4 | 7 |
Active incl. private | 56 | 30 |
Under contract now | 40 | 24 |
Across both property types, the report identifies 19 closed sales, 13 new listings, 12 newly under-contract properties, and 11 price reductions. These categories describe different activities and should not be added together as unique properties.
Detached Single-Family Homes in Wheaton: What Sold This Week?
Wheaton-area detached homes recorded 12 closed sales and approximately $8.9 million in reported sales volume. The median sale price was $565,000, while the average was $742,418. The much higher average reflects the impact of the week’s $2.4 million closing.
Five detached homes sold above their listed price, two sold at list, and five sold below. That mix is a useful reminder that a strong market does not mean every home receives multiple offers.
All 12 Detached Closed Sales
Property address | Beds/Baths | List price | Sold price | % of list | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
117 E Elm St | 4/2.1 | $338,900 | $324,000 | 96% | 125 |
1N038 Woods Ave | 2/2 | $384,000 | $384,000 | 100% | 15 |
2174 Stirrup Ln | 3/1.1 | $425,000 | $446,111 | 105% | 4 |
1501 E Elm St | 3/2 | $450,000 | $455,000 | 101% | 7 |
0S068 Cottonwood Dr | 4/2 | $474,900 | $465,000 | 98% | 10 |
1255 Briarcliffe Blvd | 6/3 | $524,900 | $495,000 | 94% | 37 |
1441 E Hull Dr | 3/2.1 | $625,000 | $635,000 | 102% | 5 |
808 Howard St | 3/2.1 | $599,000 | $641,000 | 107% | 4 |
1235 Pin Oak Ct | 4/2.1 | $729,900 | $729,900 | 100% | 22 |
510 W Prairie Ave | 4/2.1 | $899,900 | $895,000 | 99% | 36 |
1250 W Thomas Rd | 4/3.1 | $1,095,000 | $1,039,000 | 95% | 42 |
1561 Hawthorne Ln | 4/4.1 | $2,150,000 | $2,400,000 | 112% | 5 |
Detached Homes Newly Under Contract
Nine additional detached properties went under contract during the reporting period. Their listed prices ranged from $350,000 to $1,225,000. The days shown below come from the report’s under-contract activity table.
Address | Beds/Baths | List price | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
1002 N President St | 2/1 | $350,000 | 63 |
1211 Westhaven Dr | 3/1.1 | $389,900 | 7 |
2287 Durham Dr | 3/2 | $434,900 | 73 |
1007 E Prairie Ave | 4/1.1 | $459,000 | 8 |
814 E Illinois St | 3/1 | $495,000 | 135 |
503 Wakeman Ave | 3/2 | $525,000 | 9 |
426 E Prairie Ave | 3/2 | $695,000 | 16 |
117 E Madison Ave | 4/2.1 | $719,000 | 57 |
1106 N Path Dr | 4/4 | $1,225,000 | 92 |
New Detached Listings in Wheaton
Nine detached properties appeared in the new-listing activity, including two that quickly went under contract. A new listing and a new contract can appear in the same reporting week.
Address | Beds/Baths | List price | Reported status |
|---|---|---|---|
1217 E Illinois St | 2/1 | $370,000 | New |
1211 Westhaven Dr | 3/1.1 | $389,900 | Under contract in 3 days |
113 S Erie St | 3/2 | $439,900 | New |
1007 E Prairie Ave | 4/1.1 | $459,000 | Under contract in 4 days |
1755 S Wiesbrook Rd | 3/2.1 | $689,000 | New |
1414 N Scott St | 4/2 | $690,000 | Active |
1N160 Partridge Dr | 4/2.1 | $775,000 | New |
1482 Pebblestone Cove | 6/3 | $780,000 | Relisted, 167 days total |
1203 E Harrison Ave | 4/4 | $1,900,000 | New |
Detached Price Reductions
Address | Beds/Baths | Previous price | New price |
|---|---|---|---|
324 W Elm St | 3/1.1 | $389,000 | $349,000 |
1006 Arbor Ave | 3/1 | $359,900 | $349,900 |
1214 Wilson Ave | 3/2 | $460,000 | $449,900 |
1N210 Coventry Dr | 4/3 | $789,900 | $770,000 |
Where Is Wheaton Single-Family Inventory Tightest?
The report shows 56 active detached homes, including 43 publicly marketed and 13 private-network listings, alongside 40 homes under contract. The median active asking price was $649,000, with a median 53 days on market for active inventory.
Price range | Active homes | Under contract |
|---|---|---|
Under $400,000 | 10 | 5 |
$400,000–$600,000 | 10 | 17 |
$600,000–$800,000 | 20 | 9 |
$800,000–$1 million | 4 | 6 |
$1 million+ | 12 | 3 |
For sellers: The mid-market shortage is encouraging, but the five detached homes that sold below asking and four price reductions show that pricing and presentation still matter. For buyers: Be prepared to act on well-priced homes in the $400,000–$600,000 range, while evaluating higher-priced listings individually rather than assuming they will sell immediately.
Wheaton Condos and Townhomes: A Different Market
Attached housing recorded seven closed sales and approximately $2.56 million in reported volume. The median sold price was $248,000, with a median market time of 26 days. The report shows an overall 98.5% sale-to-list ratio. None of the seven closed above asking price; three closed at list and four below.
All 7 Condo and Townhome Closed Sales
Property address | Beds/Baths | List price | Sold price | % of list | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1464 Stonebridge Cir #E3 | 2/2 | $225,000 | $208,000 | 92% | 80 |
1482 Stonebridge Cir #C10 | 2/2 | $229,000 | $220,000 | 96% | 12 |
1645 Timber Trl #D | 2/1 | $250,000 | $245,000 | 98% | 8 |
1623 Salisbury Ct #C | 2/1 | $255,000 | $248,000 | 97% | 75 |
1326 Loughborough Ct | 3/1.1 | $350,000 | $350,000 | 100% | 26 |
1969 Wexford Cir | 2/2.1 | $489,000 | $489,000 | 100% | 37 |
110 S Washington St | 2/2.1 | $795,000 | $795,000 | 100% | 5 |
These sales ranged from $208,000 at 1464 Stonebridge Circle #E3 to $795,000 at 110 S Washington Street. That range demonstrates why comparing condos and townhomes by property type, location, finishes, HOA structure, and amenities is essential.
Newly Under Contract: Attached Homes
Address | Beds/Baths | List price | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
1113 Loughborough Ct | 3/2.1 | $355,000 | 56 |
1251 Croydon Ct | 3/2.1 | $359,900 | 28 |
1045 Wheaton Oaks Dr | 3/2.1 | $480,000 | 22 |
New Condo and Townhome Listings
Address | Beds/Baths | List price |
|---|---|---|
1101 Bunker Hill Ct #A | 2/1 | $219,500 |
835 Farnham Ln #D | 2/1 | $257,500 |
1579 Thornwood St | 3/2.1 | $459,900 |
1296 Tall Oaks Ln | 2/2.1 | $485,000 |
Seven Attached-Home Price Reductions
Address | Beds/Baths | Previous price | New price |
|---|---|---|---|
201 N President St #3C | 2/1 | $215,000 | $210,000 |
1717 Lakecliffe Dr #C | 2/1 | $255,000 | $235,000 |
845 Sheldon Ct #D | 2/1 | $261,000 | $258,900 |
1773 Gloucester Ct #A | 3/2 | $315,000 | $309,000 |
1629 Groton Ct | 3/1.1 | $345,000 | $339,900 |
1502 Blackburn St | 3/1.1 | $355,000 | $349,900 |
1066 Dartmouth Dr #1 | 3/2 | $465,000 | $450,000 |
Current Wheaton Condo and Townhome Inventory
There are 30 active attached properties, including 28 publicly marketed and two private-network listings, compared with 24 under contract. The median active list price is $260,000, and the median active market time is 41 days. Notably, 23 of the 30 active attached properties are priced below $400,000.
What Does This Mean for Wheaton Home Sellers?
If you own a detached home in Wheaton, especially in the $400,000–$600,000 segment, this week’s inventory balance suggests meaningful buyer demand. But price is only one part of the strategy. Condition, photography, updates, neighborhood, and how your property compares with current competition can determine whether buyers respond quickly.
For condo and townhome owners, the latest reductions and below-list closings reinforce the importance of accurate comparable sales and understanding how HOA assessments, layout, parking, and amenities influence value.
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What Does This Mean for Wheaton Home Buyers?
For detached buyers, the strongest competition appears concentrated in the $400,000–$600,000 range. Having financing lined up, reviewing new listings quickly, and understanding the difference between asking price and market value can help you make a confident decision.
For condo and townhome buyers, more frequent price reductions may create room to negotiate, but association documents, monthly fees, reserves, and financing requirements should be reviewed as part of the total cost of ownership.
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Why Hyper-Local Wheaton Market Data Matters
National and Chicagoland headlines can provide context, but they cannot tell you what is happening on Howard Street, Prairie Avenue, Hawthorne Lane, or in Wheaton’s condo communities. This week alone, individual detached sales ranged from $324,000 to $2.4 million, and market times varied from four to 125 days.
That variation is why I focus on property-level analysis, not just a citywide average. Whether you are moving within Wheaton, relocating to DuPage County, or planning to sell, the right strategy starts with the homes that truly compete with yours.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Wheaton, IL Real Estate Market
What was the median single-family home sale price in Wheaton this week?
For the October 29–November 5, 2026 MLS Area 187 snapshot, the median detached closed-sale price was $565,000 across 12 sales.
Are homes selling over asking price in Wheaton?
Some are. Five of the 12 detached closings were above list, two were at list, and five were below. The supplied report lists an overall detached sale-to-list ratio of 102.4%.
How quickly are houses selling in Wheaton?
Among detached homes that closed during this reporting period, the median market time was 12.5 days. Individual homes varied considerably.
Which Wheaton price range has the strongest competition?
The $400,000–$600,000 detached range had 17 properties under contract compared with 10 active, the tightest active-to-contract balance in the supplied breakdown.
What is the median condo or townhome sale price in Wheaton?
The median attached-home sale price was $248,000 across seven closings in the October 29–November 5 reporting period.
Can buyers negotiate on Wheaton condos and townhomes?
Negotiation may be possible. The snapshot reported seven attached-home price reductions and no attached closings above list price, although results vary by property.
How many homes are for sale in Wheaton right now?
As of this snapshot, MLS Area 187 showed 56 active detached homes and 30 active attached homes, including 15 private-network listings across both categories.
How can I find out what my Wheaton home is worth?
A property-specific comparative market analysis is more useful than applying a single citywide median. Joe Soto can review nearby closed sales, active competition, property condition, and timing.
About Joe Soto | Wheaton Real Estate Agent
I’m Joe Soto, a Wheaton-area real estate agent with RE/MAX Suburban and The Lance Kammes Team. With more than 13 years of experience, over 500 career sales, and more than $200 million in individual career sales volume, I help clients buy and sell throughout Wheaton, Winfield, Glen Ellyn, West Chicago, Naperville, and the surrounding DuPage County communities.
If you are considering a move or just want a better understanding of your home’s current value, I’m always happy to help. No pressure, just local insight and a clear plan.
Source: User-provided MLS Area 187 weekly report, October 29–November 5, 2026. Data is a snapshot and may change as listings update. Private-network listings may not be visible to all consumers. Market observations are interpretations of the supplied figures, not guarantees of future performance.
