Hometown, Illinois, is a small, tight-knit suburban city located just southwest of Chicago in Cook County. With a population of around 4,300, this charming community, incorporated in 1953, spans less than half a square mile, creating a cozy, neighborly atmosphere. Known for its affordable housing and well-maintained parks, Hometown offers residents a peaceful retreat from the bustling city nearby while maintaining easy access to Chicago’s amenities. The city’s unique cooperative housing model, one of the few in the region, fosters a strong sense of community pride and togetherness among its residents.
Hometown currently has 1 townhouse for sale with a list price of $258,875 and 12 condos for sale with an average list price of $230,349.92. The average annual property tax for Hometown is $3,268.89.
Using the absorption rate, we can determine how long it's taking for homes to sell and which price points are selling the fastest in Hometown, i.e. what's hot and what's not.
See What's Hot & What's Not in HometownHometown home sales for the month of September rose in volume by 800% when compared to last year, while the median sale price rose by 11.3% from $200,000 to $222,500. House sales stayed the same, while the median sale price stayed the same. Condo sales stayed the same, while the median sale price stayed the same. Townhouse sales rose by 100%, while the median sale price rose by 32.1% from $200,000 to $264,200.
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$180,000
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$205,500
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