Edgewater & Andersonville · Chicago
Sell Your Edgewater Home for Top Dollar
Lakefront high-rises, historic side streets, and the beloved Andersonville district make Edgewater one of the North Side's most distinctive neighborhoods — and a market with steady buyer demand. 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 Edgewater market
Lakefront access, a walkable feel, and the sought-after Andersonville pocket keep Edgewater in steady demand — where the right pricing depends heavily on home type and location.
Median sale price (condo-heavy market).
Median price per square foot.
Andersonville single-family homes trade well above the condo median.
Total seller transfer tax — $3 CTA plus $1.50 state & county. The buyer separately pays $7.50 per $1,000.
Source: Redfin, Zillow & local MLS market data, 2026. Figures refreshed quarterly.
By Property Type
Edgewater prices by property type
Selling something other than a single-family house? Here's how the Edgewater market breaks down — condos, townhomes, and income property each price differently.
Redfin Edgewater neighborhood market, April 2026 (condo-dominated market; median sale price trailing 12 mo). Property types with too few recent sales to report reliably are omitted. Figures refreshed quarterly — general information, not an appraisal.
Quick Estimate
What would you net selling in Edgewater?
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 Edgewater
The City of Chicago has its own point-of-sale rules, and missing one can delay or derail a closing. Here's what Edgewater 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 so it never stalls your close.
Heating cost disclosure
Chicago requires sellers to give the buyer a heating-cost disclosure for the home's prior heating expenses. It's a quick step we handle as part of your closing prep.
Condo & multi-unit paperwork
For a condo, the association's paid-assessment letter and disclosures are also needed; two- to six-unit buildings generally need a Zoning Certificate of Compliance. I confirm exactly what applies to your property.
Details reflect City of Chicago 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 Edgewater
Why buyers compete for Edgewater
On the North Side lakefront, Edgewater is a diverse, walkable community that ranges from the vintage high-rises of Edgewater Beach along Sheridan Road to the leafy historic streets of the Bryn Mawr district. Within it sits Andersonville, one of the city's most beloved neighborhoods, known for its independent shops and restaurants along Clark Street.
The CTA Red Line runs the length of the neighborhood for a quick downtown commute, and lakefront parks and beaches are steps away — a combination that keeps demand consistent across a wide range of buyers.
Edgewater's housing is unusually varied: lakefront condos and vintage courtyard buildings, plus single-family homes, greystones, and two-flats — with Andersonville commanding a notable premium for houses. That range means pricing depends heavily on home type and block. Each pocket has its own buyer profile and dynamics.
- Lake Michigan beaches & parks — steps away.
- CTA Red Line — direct to the Loop.
- Andersonville — shops and dining along Clark St.
- Condos to single-family — a wide range of buyers.
Edgewater Seller FAQ
Questions Edgewater sellers ask
How fast do homes sell in Edgewater?
In 2026, Edgewater has stayed in steady demand, with lakefront condos and Andersonville single-family homes both drawing active buyers — well-presented homes move fastest.
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 Edgewater?
A City water Full Payment Certificate, a heating-cost disclosure, and the transfer declaration; condos also need association disclosures. I confirm what applies to your property.
What is my Edgewater home worth?
It depends on home type, location, condition, and demand — condos and houses vary widely here. I'll give you a free, no-obligation valuation based on real comparable sales — start here.
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