Printer's Row · Chicago
Sell Your Printer's Row Home for Top Dollar
Printer's Row sits directly south of the Loop along Dearborn Street, a short walk from the Financial District and Grant Park. Its converted printing-house lofts, historic Dearborn Station, and literary heritage give the neighborhood a distinctive character, with CTA rail, Metra service, and the Harold Washington Library all within easy reach. Housing stock is dominated by timber-and-brick loft condominiums, many with high ceilings and large windows, drawing professionals who want a walkable downtown address. 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 Printer's Row market favors sellers
Limited inventory in a compact, historic loft district keeps well-priced Printer's Row homes in steady demand from downtown buyers.
Median sale price
Median days on market
Median price per sq ft
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
Printer's Row prices by property type
Selling something other than a single-family house? Here's how the Printer's Row market breaks down — condos, townhomes, and income property each price differently.
NeighborhoodScout median real estate price, 2026. 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 Printer's Row?
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 Printer's Row
Every location has its own point-of-sale rules, and missing one can delay a closing. Here's what Printer's Row 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 Printer's Row
Why buyers compete for Printer's Row
From its established neighborhoods to its newer homes, Printer's Row 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.
- Walkable to the Loop, Financial District, and Grant Park
- Served by CTA rail and Metra at Dearborn/LaSalle Street stations
- Historic timber-loft condos with high ceilings and big windows
- Home to the annual Printers Row Lit Fest and Dearborn Station
Printer's Row Seller FAQ
Questions Printer's Row sellers ask
How fast do homes sell in Printer's Row?
In 2026, Limited inventory in a compact, historic loft district keeps well-priced Printer's Row homes in steady demand from downtown buyers.
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 Printer's Row?
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 Printer's Row home worth?
It depends on your home's location, size, condition, and current buyer demand. Chris Powell provides a free, no-obligation Printer's Row home valuation based on real comparable sales. Start here.
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