Northern Illinois Real Estate Videos & Market Updates

Thinking about buying a home in Geneva, Illinois in 2027? Geneva is one of the most desirable communities in the Fox Valley, but buying here is not as simple as watching the average home price and waiting for the “perfect” time. In this video, Kris Kombrink with The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty breaks down six mistakes Geneva buyers should avoid, from understanding the market you’re actually competing in to property taxes, mortgage payments, negotiations and inspections. We cover: • Why Geneva is really several different real estate markets • Why a Geneva mailing address doesn’t always mean the City of Geneva • School districts and boundaries, including Mill Creek • What your property tax bill could really look like after closing • How mortgage rates affect your true monthly payment • When Geneva buyers have negotiating leverage • Radon, historic districts, flood zones and inspections If you're thinking about moving to Geneva, the goal isn't just to find a house you like. It's to understand exactly what you're buying, what it will cost each month and where you actually have leverage.

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Buying a home soon? The market is giving buyers something they haven’t had much of lately: options. There are now more homes on the market than at any point since 2019, bringing inventory closer to normal levels. That means buyers have a better chance to find a home that fits their needs and budget, while also having more room to negotiate on price and terms. If you’re thinking about buying in Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia, or anywhere in the Fox Valley, The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty can help you sort through the options and focus on the homes that are actually worth your time.

Thinking about moving to Geneva, Illinois in 2027? In this video, we break down why Geneva keeps showing up on buyers’ lists and what makes this Fox Valley community so appealing. From its charming downtown and Metra access to parks, trails, established neighborhoods, and strong overall lifestyle, Geneva offers a lot for buyers who want more than just a house. We also talk about what you should know before making a move here, including housing availability, pricing, and what makes Geneva different from nearby communities. If you're considering a move, this video will help you decide whether Geneva is the right fit for you. Learn more about Geneva here: https://www.kombrink.com/geneva/ If you're thinking about buying or selling in Geneva or anywhere in the Fox Valley, reach out to The Kombrink Team.

More than 4 in 10 homes for sale have had at least one price cut, and the average reduction is around $17,000. For sellers, that’s a reminder that pricing correctly from the beginning matters. Start too high, and you may end up chasing the market down. For buyers, a price reduction can signal an opportunity. A seller who has already adjusted their price may be more willing to negotiate on price, closing costs, or other terms. Thinking about buying or selling in Geneva, St. Charles, Batavia, or the surrounding Fox Valley? Reach out to The Kombrink Team and let’s talk strategy.

What does a $500,000 home budget actually get you in Geneva, Batavia, or Elgin, Illinois? These three Fox Valley communities are close together, but your buying power can look very different. Geneva may mean trading some square footage for downtown charm and Metra access. Batavia can offer a balance of location, space, and amenities. In Elgin, $500K may stretch further with larger homes, newer construction, finished basements, and three-car garages. Of course, available homes change every week, and property taxes, HOA fees, updates, and maintenance all factor into the real cost of owning. Which would you choose for $500K: Geneva, Batavia, or Elgin?

Mortgage rates get most of the attention, but fall can bring some important changes for home buyers too. Historically, buyers may see more homes to choose from, lower asking prices, and sellers who are more willing to negotiate as the end of the year approaches. If affordability has kept you on the sidelines, the seasonal shift could create opportunities that weren’t there a few months ago.

Think every home seller is firm on their asking price? Not anymore. Recently, 41% of homes for sale had a price reduction, which means more sellers are showing a willingness to negotiate rather than let their home sit on the market. That doesn’t mean every house is suddenly affordable, but buyers may have more negotiating power, flexibility, and opportunity than they realize. If you’ve put your home search on hold, let’s take another look at what’s happening locally.

Your first home was never meant to be your forever home. If you’re ready for more space, today’s market may offer a unique advantage. Starter homes remain in high demand, which could help you get a strong price when you sell. Meanwhile, more move-up homes are hitting the market, giving you additional choices and potentially more negotiating power. Add in the equity you’ve built, and your next move may be closer than you think. Ready to explore your options? Contact The Kombrink Team today.

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.

The Sugar Grove, Illinois real estate market is giving buyers a lot more breathing room than it did a year ago. Here’s the September 2026 snapshot: Median sold price: $505,000 Up 7.46% month over month Median days on market: 13 days Months of inventory: 3.1 months Inventory up 131.85% year over year Sold-to-list price: 98.8% Median price per square foot: $207 Sugar Grove still has relatively limited supply, but conditions are becoming more balanced. Buyers have significantly more inventory to choose from, while homes are now selling slightly below their final asking price overall. Thinking about buying or selling in Sugar Grove? Reach out to The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty.

What’s happening in the South Elgin, Illinois real estate market? Here’s the September 2026 snapshot: Median sold price: $422,990 Up 6.82% month over month Median days on market: 16 days Months of inventory: 1.4 months Sold-to-list price: 100.3% Median price per square foot: $217 South Elgin remains a competitive seller’s market. Inventory is still tight, and homes are selling for slightly more than their final asking price overall. Buyers have more inventory than they did a year ago, but desirable homes can still move quickly.

The St. Charles, Illinois real estate market is giving buyers something they haven’t had much of lately: more options and more negotiating power. Here’s the September 2026 snapshot: Median sold price: $406,490 Median days on market: 64 days Months of inventory: 7.0 months Sold-to-list price: 99.8% Median price per square foot: $236 Active listings: 28 With inventory at seven months and homes taking longer to sell, buyers may have more room to negotiate depending on the property. Sellers need to pay especially close attention to pricing and competition.

What’s happening in the Naperville, Illinois real estate market? September 2026 brought a few noticeable changes: Median sold price: $655,000 Down 4.38% month over month Median days on market: 10 days Months of inventory: 2.2 months Sold-to-list price: 99.3% Median price per square foot: $266 Inventory is also up more than 32% year over year, which means Naperville buyers are seeing more choices than they had a year ago. The market still favors sellers overall, but homes are taking longer to sell and the typical property is now closing slightly below asking price.

What’s happening in the Geneva, Illinois real estate market? The September 2026 numbers still point to a competitive seller’s market: Median sold price: $619,000 Median days on market: 5 days Months of inventory: 1.9 months Sold-to-list price: about 100% Median price per square foot: $269 Inventory has increased, but Geneva remains well below what would typically be considered a balanced market. Buyers need to be ready when the right home hits, while sellers still have a strong market if their home is priced and marketed correctly.

The Elgin, Illinois housing market is still moving quickly. In September 2026, the median sold price was about $359,950, homes sold in a median of just 8 days, and inventory remained tight at only 1.8 months of supply. Homes also sold for roughly 100.2% of list price. Even with prices down from the previous month, Elgin continues to favor sellers while giving buyers more inventory to choose from. Thinking about buying or selling in Elgin? The Kombrink Team can help you understand what these numbers mean for your specific neighborhood and price range.

Elburn’s housing supply is rising, but sellers still have an edge. Here’s your September 2026 market snapshot. • Median sold price: $536,000, down 2.55% from August • Median days on market: 10 • Months of inventory: 2.5, up 36.56% year over year • Sold-to-list price ratio: 99.6% • Active listings: 33 • New listings: 34 Higher months of supply and longer market time suggest buyers have a little more breathing room. Still, homes are selling close to asking price, and Elburn remains a seller’s market. Buying? Compare your options and be ready when the right home appears. Selling? Price against your current competition and make your presentation count.

Five median days on market and homes selling above asking price overall. Batavia’s housing market is still moving quickly. Here’s your September 2026 Batavia, Illinois market snapshot: • Median sold price: $425,110 • Median days on market: 5 • Sold-to-list price ratio: 101.6% • Months of inventory: 1.6 • Active listings: 51 • New listings: 47 The median sold price declined 7.58% from August, but that doesn’t mean every home lost value. The mix of homes selling can shift the median, even while buyers compete for well-priced properties. Buying? Have your financing and priorities ready. Selling? Strong presentation and realistic pricing still matter.

More inventory, a little more time to shop, and prices edging higher. Here’s your Aurora, Illinois housing market snapshot for September 2026. • Median sold price: $342,749, up 0.96% from August • Median days on market: 13 • Months of inventory: 1.7, up 23.4% year over year • Sold-to-list price ratio: 99.2% • Active listings: 221 Aurora remains a seller’s market, but rising supply gives buyers more options. Sellers should pay attention to pricing and presentation as competition grows. Thinking about buying or selling? Contact The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty. 630-402-0021 Data provided by RPR. Includes single-family homes and condos/townhouses/apartments.

What’s happening in the Wheaton, Illinois real estate market right now? Here’s the August 2026 snapshot: Median sold price: $550,000 Median days on market: 8 days Months of inventory: 1.7 Sold-to-list ratio: 99.8% Inventory: up 46% year over year Active listings: 86 New listings: 84 New pending listings: 44 Median price per square foot: $277 Wheaton buyers have considerably more inventory than they did a year ago, but 1.7 months of supply is still firmly in seller’s-market territory. Homes are moving quickly and selling for nearly full asking price on average.

What’s happening in the St. Charles, Illinois real estate market right now? Here’s the August 2026 snapshot: Median sold price: $575,750 Median days on market: 8 days Months of inventory: 2.5 Sold-to-list ratio: 101.5% Inventory: up 87% year over year Active listings: 135 New listings: 104 New pending listings: 60 Median price per square foot: $242 Buyers have significantly more choices than they did a year ago, but St. Charles is still competitive. Homes are moving quickly and selling above asking price on average.

What’s happening in the North Aurora, Illinois real estate market right now? Here’s the August 2026 snapshot: Median sold price: $515,000 Median days on market: 11 days Months of inventory: 2.1 Sold-to-list ratio: 99.8% Active listings: 51 New listings: 57 New pending listings: 16 Median price per square foot: $207 Inventory: up 7% year over year and sharply higher from July With 2.1 months of supply, North Aurora is still a competitive seller’s market. But homes selling at roughly 99.8% of asking price suggests buyers may have a little more negotiating room than they did earlier in the year.

What’s happening in the Naperville, Illinois real estate market right now? Here’s the August 2026 snapshot: Median sold price: $685,000 Median days on market: 7 days Months of inventory: 2.1 Sold-to-list ratio: 100.5% Inventory: up 30% year over year Active listings: 340 New listings: 297 New pending listings: 154 Median price per square foot: $264 Naperville buyers have more homes to choose from than they did a year ago, but the market is still competitive. Homes are selling quickly and for slightly more than asking price on average. Thinking about buying or selling a home in Naperville? Contact The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty at 630-402-0021.

What’s happening in the Elgin, Illinois real estate market right now? Here’s the August 2026 snapshot: Median sold price: $400,000 Median days on market: 10 days Months of inventory: 1.9 Sold-to-list ratio: 100.3% Inventory: up 16% year over year Active listings: 194 New listings: 181 Median price per square foot: $211 Inventory is improving, which gives Elgin buyers more choices, but 1.9 months of supply is still firmly in seller’s-market territory. Homes are also selling for slightly more than asking price on average. Thinking about buying or selling a home in Elgin? Contact The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty at 630-402-0021.

What’s happening in the Batavia, Illinois real estate market right now? In August 2026: Median sold price: $460,000 Median days on market: 8 days Months of inventory: 1.4 Sold-to-list ratio: 100.3% Inventory: up 37% year over year Active listings: 45 Median price per square foot: $234 Even with more homes available, Batavia remains a competitive seller’s market. Properties are still moving quickly and selling slightly above asking price on average. Thinking about buying or selling a home in Batavia? Contact The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty at 630-402-0021.

The Aurora, Illinois real estate market is giving buyers more options, but sellers still have the advantage. In August 2026: Median sold price: $338,000 Median days on market: 8 days Months of inventory: 2.0 Sold-to-list ratio: 100.2% Inventory: up 47% year over year Active listings: 248 So while Aurora has considerably more inventory than a year ago, homes are still selling quickly and essentially at full asking price. Thinking about buying or selling a home in Aurora? Contact The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty at 630-402-0021.

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.

Take a look inside 761 Blooming Dr, a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath two-story in DeKalb's Heartland Fields neighborhood, just steps from the high school. The main level is open and easy to live in, with hardwood flooring throughout, modern neutral decor, a large living room, a formal dining room, and a spacious family room right off the eat-in kitchen. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances, a pantry, and a slider out to the fenced backyard and paver patio. Upstairs, new carpet runs through all three bedrooms. The vaulted primary suite has a lighted ceiling fan, walk-in closet, and private bath, bedroom 2 has a walk-in closet of its own, and the laundry room is on the second floor where the laundry actually lives. A full finished basement and a 2-car attached garage round things out. The big-ticket updates are already handled: stove and refrigerator in 2025, commercial water heater and dishwasher in 2023, and HVAC in 2022 with a 10-year warranty. The sale also includes 2-3 visits from Orkin pest control. NIU, Sycamore Road shopping and dining, and I-88 are all a short drive away. Want to see it in person? Reach out to The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty and we will set up a showing.

Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick and cedar two-story home in Elburn, Illinois, offering more than 3,300 square feet of living space on a beautifully landscaped 1.15-acre lot with mature trees. Inside, you'll find a dramatic sunken living room with a vaulted and beamed ceiling and fireplace, a formal dining room with hardwood flooring, and a remodeled eat-in kitchen featuring granite countertops, recessed lighting, an island with breakfast bar, and a bayed breakfast nook. The spacious family room is highlighted by a floor-to-ceiling masonry fireplace, while the sunroom offers tile flooring and beautiful views of the property. A first-floor bedroom with hardwood flooring can also serve as a home office. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms with hardwood floors, including an impressive primary suite with its own fireplace, adjacent sitting room, walk-in closet, deluxe private bath with skylight, and access to a huge private balcony. Outdoor features include a large front patio, paver walkway, backyard deck, mature landscaping, and plenty of room to enjoy the 1.15-acre setting. Additional features include: • 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths • 3,300+ sq ft of living space • 1.15-acre landscaped lot • Four fireplaces with gas logs • Heated 2-car attached garage • Basement access from the garage • Whole-house generator • Backup sump pump • Reverse osmosis system • Security system • Custom closet organizers • Two newer water heaters • Roof replaced in 2019 with 30-year shingles • St. Charles schools • Convenient access to the Elburn Metra station Thinking about buying or selling a home in Elburn, St. Charles, Geneva, Batavia, or the surrounding Fox Valley area? Contact The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty.

Take a look inside this 3-bedroom home for sale in DeKalb, Illinois, tucked away on a landscaped cul-de-sac lot with mature trees and a peaceful backyard setting that backs to a park. The main level features luxury vinyl plank flooring in the living room, dining room and primary bedroom. The living room includes a gas log fireplace flanked by built-ins, while the dining room opens to the backyard deck through a sliding glass door. The kitchen includes a convenient pantry, and two bedrooms, including the primary bedroom, are located on the main level. Downstairs, you'll find a spacious family room and third bedroom, offering additional flexibility for guests, a home office or extra living space. Outside, enjoy the deck, backyard patio, mature trees and an attached 1-car garage. Additional updates include a newer roof, HVAC system approximately 2–3 years old and a water softener installed in 2024.

Take a photo tour of this 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style home in Plainfield’s Lakewood Falls neighborhood. Set on a landscaped lot with mature trees and backing to open space, this home offers a peaceful setting just steps from the neighborhood pond and elementary school. Inside, you’ll find a spacious living room, dining area, adjacent kitchen, and a versatile family room with a sliding glass door to the backyard deck. The family room could also serve as a 3rd bedroom, home office, or flex space. The primary bedroom offers convenient access to the shared full bath, while the full unfinished basement provides plenty of storage and future possibilities. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard with a deck, patio, and storage shed, plus a 2-car attached garage and welcoming front porch. The low HOA includes access to the Lakewood Falls clubhouse. Home is being sold AS-IS. Thinking about buying or selling a home in Plainfield or the surrounding Chicagoland suburbs? Contact The Kombrink Team at One Source Realty. Phone: (630) 402-0021

Tour this 3-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half bath home for sale at 1460 Prairie Crossing Dr in West Chicago, Illinois. Located in West Chicago’s Prairie Meadows neighborhood, this inviting two-story home sits on a beautifully landscaped lot with a 2-car attached garage, backyard patio, storage shed, and direct access to the Illinois Prairie Path just beyond the backyard. Inside, you’ll find a dramatic two-story foyer, a bright living and dining room combination with crown molding, and an updated kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, and a bayed eating area with a sliding glass door to the patio. The spacious family room features a gas log fireplace, while the second floor offers three generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with an updated private bath. The partially finished basement provides additional space for recreation, a home office, or everyday living. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, entertainment, and miles of scenic trails.

Take a photo tour of this 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch-style home for sale at 2N266 Prairie Ave in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Located in the Glen Ellyn Countryside neighborhood, this home offers approximately 1,400 square feet of living space on a large landscaped lot with a 2-car attached garage. Inside, you’ll find a huge living room with hardwood flooring, a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and tile backsplash, and a spacious family room with tile flooring and a sliding door to the backyard. The home includes three bedrooms with ceiling fans, including two with attached lights. Bedroom 2 features distinctive wood-paneled walls and ceiling. A full basement provides additional storage and future possibilities, and the HVAC was replaced in 2022. The washer and dryer are currently located in the third bedroom for accessibility but can be moved back to the basement. You’ll also enjoy a convenient Glen Ellyn location within walking distance of nearby parks and close to interstate access and the Metra train. This is an estate sale and the property is being sold as-is.

Take a look inside this spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath cedar ranch home for sale in West Chicago, Illinois. This home offers a beautifully landscaped lot, a rare 4-car attached heated garage, Trex front porch, spacious backyard deck, and plenty of room inside and out. Highlights include a huge family room with a floor-to-ceiling masonry fireplace, formal dining room with hardwood flooring, eat-in kitchen with quartzite countertops and newer appliances, large sunroom, and a primary suite with a private bath and organized walk-in closet. The full finished basement adds even more living space and includes a rough-in for an additional bathroom. Recent updates include HVAC in 2024 and a newer roof.

Take a tour of this updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home for sale at 141 Kathryn Ln in Triangle Mobile Home Park in Sandwich, Illinois. This well-maintained home features a vaulted living room, eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a vaulted and beamed sunroom. The primary bedroom includes a private bath with a soaking tub and separate shower, while the renovated hall bath adds another fresh update. Recent improvements include a new roof, gutters with leaf guards and skylight in 2024, new kitchen counters and sink, newer kitchen appliances, a renovated hall bath in 2025, and new central air, furnace, and water heater. The washer and dryer were replaced in 2023. Outside, you’ll find a landscaped lot, concrete driveway, paver patio, included patio set, and a wooden storage shed owned by the park. HOA fees include water and refuse service.

Take a video tour of 1123 Goldfinch Ave, a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick and vinyl townhome in Yorkville’s Raintree Village. The open-concept main level features 9-foot ceilings, vinyl plank flooring, a spacious living room, and a beautiful kitchen with maple cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a decorative tile backsplash, large island, and pantry. The adjoining dining area opens through a sliding glass door to a private backyard patio. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet and private bath, plus a convenient second-floor laundry room. Wi-Fi Certified home automation includes remote thermostat access, wireless touch entry, and a video doorbell. Additional highlights include a landscaped lot, 30-year architectural shingles, a 2-car attached garage, an adjacent park, and a middle school within walking distance. HOA amenities include lawn care, snow removal, exterior maintenance, a clubhouse, and community pool.

Take a photo tour of this spacious 4-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half bath home in the Harvest Hills neighborhood of St. Charles, Illinois. Offering more than 3,200 square feet of finished living space, this brick and vinyl two-story features 10-foot ceilings, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, four spacious bedrooms, custom bathroom cabinetry, a finished walkout basement with kitchenette, and a fenced backyard with deck, patio and above-ground pool. Recent improvements include all new windows and sliding glass doors in 2024, plus a new roof, gutters and garage door in 2020. The location puts you close to parks, ponds, walking and biking paths, Otter Cove Aquatic Park, the Great Western Trail, Geneva Commons, the Randall Road corridor and both the Geneva and Elburn Metra stations.

Take a walkthrough of this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home at 4N849 White Pine Ln in the desirable Wideview neighborhood of St. Charles, Illinois. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot of nearly an acre, this home features an open, updated floor plan, hardwood flooring, a gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a lower-level family room with a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. The expansive backyard includes a patio and separate paver patio, offering plenty of space to relax and entertain.

Welcome to 2222 Foxmoor Ln in Aurora’s Cambridge Countryside neighborhood. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath brick and vinyl townhome features a dramatic two-story entry and living room with a gas log fireplace, an eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a private primary suite, second-floor laundry and a full unfinished basement. Enjoy a landscaped setting with mature trees, a front porch, backyard deck and 2-car attached garage. The HOA handles exterior maintenance, lawn care and snow removal. Located within Indian Prairie School District 204 and close to parks, ponds, Chicago Premium Outlets, shopping, dining and interstate access.

Take a photo tour of this spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch home for sale at 1530 Sunrise Dr in DeKalb, Illinois. Set on a mature tree-lined lot, this inviting home features a front porch, 2.5-car garage, large backyard deck, modern neutral decor and luxury vinyl plank flooring. Inside, you’ll find a bright living room with a bay window, an adjacent dining room and an eat-in kitchen with solid surface countertops, stainless steel appliances, a tile backsplash and pantry. The large family room offers a beamed ceiling, gas log fireplace and built-in shelving. Four generous bedrooms and a partially finished basement provide plenty of space for everyday living, recreation and storage.