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North Shore Market Report Q1 2026: Inventory Tight, Offers Strong
Inventory across Winnetka, Wilmette, Glencoe, and Evanston hit 1.4 months in Q1 2026 -- down from 1.8 a year ago -- as median prices rose 6.8 percent year-over-year to $1.24M.
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Across Chicago's affluent North Shore, a growing number of luxury properties are changing hands discreetly, far from public view. This investigative feature explores the motivations behind these off-market transactions and their impact on market transparency.
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The North Shore real estate market is experiencing an unprecedented acceleration. Properties in Glenview, Winnetka, and Lake Forest are selling at a pace not seen in over a decade, signaling a profound shift in supply and demand dynamics.
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From historic lakefront estates to bespoke new builds, Chicago's North Shore is witnessing robust activity in its $3 million and up luxury real estate tier, driven by discerning buyers and expert counsel.
Market Reports
The North Shore real estate market in Q1 2026 is characterized by persistently low inventory, driving intense buyer competition and robust median price growth across its most desirable communities. This report examines the forces shaping the market in Glenview, Winnetka, Lake Forest, Kenilworth, and Highland Park.