Northern Illinois Real Estate Videos & Market Updates

Think a brand-new home automatically costs more than an existing one? Not necessarily. Nationally, the typical new construction home is around $394,000, compared with roughly $434,000 for an existing home. That’s about a $40,000 difference. Builders with inventory to sell may also be offering incentives, rate buydowns, closing cost help, or other opportunities that can make new construction even more attractive. Just remember: the agent sitting in the builder’s sales office represents the builder. Having your own real estate agent means having someone looking out for your interests during the purchase.

Home price growth slowed significantly over the past couple of years, but early data suggests it may be starting to pick up again. A few months don’t make a trend, and real estate is always local. Reach out to The Kombrink Team for a closer look at home prices across Kane and DuPage Counties and what the latest shift could mean for your move.

Buying a home involves more than just the mortgage payment. Homeowner’s insurance premiums have risen significantly since 2019, and that cost can affect how much home you can comfortably afford. The good news is that the pace of those increases appears to be slowing. Still, buyers should request insurance quotes early and compare several providers before making an offer. A little preparation now can help you avoid an expensive surprise later.

Feel like your home search has been showing you the same options over and over? There’s a reason. Housing inventory is still higher than last year, but the pace of growth has slowed dramatically. Last spring, the number of homes for sale was up about 31% year-over-year. Today, that increase is closer to 2%. But recent trends suggest inventory growth may be starting to stabilize. And if homes continue taking longer to sell, more listings could begin piling up again. If your home search has felt a little stale, don’t give up. New opportunities are hitting the market every day.

Your Zestimate might be missing the upgrades, location advantages and unique features that could add thousands of dollars to your home’s value. Online estimates can be a helpful starting point, but they can’t walk through your remodeled kitchen, evaluate your finished basement or understand how much buyers value a quiet cul-de-sac, downtown location or nearby Metra station. For an accurate home valuation in Kane or DuPage County, reach out to The Kombrink Team. We’ll combine current market data with real local experience to determine what your home could actually sell for.

Kane County, Illinois has more than 40 family-friendly trails, with everything from paved Fox River paths to prairie, wetlands and wooded loops. Some local favorites include the Fox River Trail, Virgil Gilman Trail, Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve, Muirhead Springs and Mount St. Mary Park. Whether you're looking for an easy family walk, birding, biking or just somewhere new to explore around Geneva, Batavia, St. Charles and Aurora, there’s probably a trail nearby you haven’t tried yet.

Geneva, Illinois is serving up plenty this September. The 44th Festival of the Vine runs September 11–13, 2026, with local restaurants, beer, wine and the popular Flavor Fare Tent featuring 12 Geneva-area restaurants and vendors. Add in the weekly Geneva French Market and a growing lineup of restaurants around downtown Geneva and Geneva Commons, and it’s pretty clear this isn’t the sleepy food scene it used to be. If you live in Geneva, are thinking about moving here, or just want a reason to visit, September is a pretty good time to show up hungry.

What’s happening in the Geneva, Illinois real estate market right now? In August 2026, Geneva homes had a median sold price of $610,000, with properties selling in a median of just 4 days. Inventory climbed to 1.8 months of supply, but homes still sold for an average of 101.5% of list price. That means Geneva remains a competitive seller’s market, even as buyers get a few more choices. Thinking about buying or selling a home in Geneva? Contact The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty at 630-402-0021.

What’s happening in the Geneva, Illinois real estate market right now? Here’s a quick look at the July 2026 numbers: With just 1.6 months of inventory and homes still selling above asking price on average, Geneva remains a competitive seller’s market. Buyers have more inventory than they did a month ago, but well-priced homes are still moving quickly. Thinking about buying or selling in Geneva? Let’s talk about what these numbers mean for your specific situation.