Rogers Park · Chicago
Sell Your Rogers Park Home for Top Dollar
Rogers Park is Chicago's northernmost lakefront neighborhood, about 9 miles up the shore from downtown and connected by the CTA Red Line and Metra Union Pacific North line for a quick commute to the Loop. The area is anchored by Loyola University Chicago, a string of public beaches and lakefront parks, and the Glenwood Avenue Arts District. Its housing stock ranges from vintage courtyard buildings and greystones to condos and classic single-family homes on tree-lined side streets. 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 Rogers Park market favors sellers
Steady buyer demand for lakefront living near transit keeps well-priced Rogers Park homes moving and gives sellers strong negotiating leverage.
Median sale price
Median 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
Rogers Park prices by property type
Selling something other than a single-family house? Here's how the Rogers Park market breaks down — condos, townhomes, and income property each price differently.
Condo median per Redfin (June 2026); cap rate per Chicago Q1/mid-2026 multifamily reports (Class B stabilized ~6-8%). 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 Rogers Park?
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 Rogers Park
Every location has its own point-of-sale rules, and missing one can delay a closing. Here's what Rogers Park 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 Rogers Park
Why buyers compete for Rogers Park
From its established neighborhoods to its newer homes, Rogers Park 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.
- CTA Red Line and Metra UP-North rail for fast downtown access
- Loyola Beach, Leone Beach, and miles of lakefront parks
- Home to the Loyola University Chicago lakeshore campus
- Glenwood Avenue Arts District and historic vintage architecture
Rogers Park Seller FAQ
Questions Rogers Park sellers ask
How fast do homes sell in Rogers Park?
In 2026, Steady buyer demand for lakefront living near transit keeps well-priced Rogers Park homes moving and gives sellers strong 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 Rogers Park?
Before closing, the seller must obtain a City of Chicago water Full Payment Certificate confirming a final water reading with no balance due, 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 Rogers Park home worth?
It depends on your home's location, size, condition, and current buyer demand. Chris Powell provides a free, no-obligation Rogers Park home valuation based on real comparable sales. Start here.
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