Belmont Cragin · Chicago
Sell Your Belmont Cragin Home for Top Dollar
Belmont Cragin sits on Chicago's Northwest Side, roughly 8 miles from the Loop, with CTA bus service and the Metra Milwaukee District West Line (Hanson Park) for commuters. The neighborhood is anchored by Chicago Public and parochial schools, expansive Riis Park, and a walkable stretch of shops and restaurants. Its housing stock is defined by sturdy 1920s brick bungalows, Chicago-style two-flats, and greystones on tree-lined residential blocks. Get a free, no-obligation valuation and a plan to sell for the most the market will pay.
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The Market Right Now
The Belmont Cragin market favors sellers
Limited for-sale inventory of classic brick bungalows keeps buyer demand strong and gives Belmont Cragin sellers real negotiating leverage.
Median detached home sale price
Typical days on market
Median price per square foot
Seller CTA transfer tax per $1,000
Source: Redfin, Zillow & local MLS market data, 2026. Figures refreshed quarterly.
By Property Type
Belmont Cragin prices by property type
Selling something other than a single-family house? Here's how the Belmont Cragin market breaks down — condos, townhomes, and income property each price differently.
Redfin / Homes.com neighborhood data + Cushman & Wakefield Chicago multifamily, July 2026. Property types with too few recent sales to report reliably are omitted. 5+ unit buildings are shown as a market cap rate, not a sale price. Figures refreshed quarterly — general information, not an appraisal.
Quick Estimate
What would you net selling in Belmont Cragin?
Want the full cost picture? Read what it really costs to sell a house in Chicago & Cook County — every line item, plus your town's transfer tax.
No Surprises at Closing
What Chicago requires to sell in Belmont Cragin
Every location has its own point-of-sale rules, and missing one can delay a closing. Here's what Belmont Cragin sellers need to know — handled for you, up front.
Transfer tax — split with the buyer
Chicago's transfer tax is shared: the buyer pays the $7.50 per $1,000 city portion, and you pay the $3.00 per $1,000 CTA portion. With state and county tax, your total is $4.50 per $1,000 — already built into your net estimate above.
Water Full Payment Certificate
Before the sale can record, the City requires a Full Payment Certificate confirming the water/sewer account is paid current, from the Department of Water Management. We start this early.
Heating cost disclosure
Chicago requires sellers to give the buyer a heating-cost disclosure for the home's prior heating expenses — a quick step we handle as part of your closing prep.
Zoning certificate (multi-unit)
Two- to six-unit buildings generally need a Zoning Certificate of Compliance before transfer; single-family homes and individual condos typically don't. I confirm what applies to your home.
Details reflect requirements as of 2026 and can change — always confirm current rules with the City of Chicago (311). General information, not legal advice.
New to this? Read the pre-sale requirements guide — transfer stamps, water readings, and inspections explained, plus when to start each.
About Belmont Cragin
Why buyers compete for Belmont Cragin
From its established neighborhoods to its newer homes, Belmont Cragin draws a steady mix of buyers — and the details on the right are what they look for. As your agent, I turn that local demand into a pricing and marketing plan built to sell your home for the most the market will pay, while handling the local paperwork so your close stays on track.
- Solid brick bungalows, two-flats, and greystones on tree-lined streets
- Metra Milwaukee District West Line plus multiple CTA bus routes to downtown
- Riis Park and neighborhood parks for recreation and community events
- Strong owner-occupant and rental demand across the Northwest Side
Belmont Cragin Seller FAQ
Questions Belmont Cragin sellers ask
How fast do homes sell in Belmont Cragin?
In 2026, Limited for-sale inventory of classic brick bungalows keeps buyer demand strong and gives Belmont Cragin sellers real negotiating leverage.
Who pays the transfer tax in Chicago?
It's split: the buyer pays the $7.50 per $1,000 city portion and you pay the $3.00 CTA portion. With state and county tax, your total is $4.50 per $1,000.
What do I need to sell my home in Belmont Cragin?
Before closing, the seller must obtain a City of Chicago water Full Payment Certificate confirming the final water reading is paid, and provide the required heating-cost disclosure to the buyer. Plus the standard signed contract and Illinois PTAX-203 transfer declaration. I confirm the current requirements for your property.
What is my Belmont Cragin home worth?
It depends on your home's location, size, condition, and current buyer demand. Chris Powell provides a free, no-obligation Belmont Cragin home valuation based on real comparable sales. Start here.
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