The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 60178 sells for about $330,000, or $200 per square foot.
Prices are up +6.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 53 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $930 a month.
ZIP 60178 — Sycamore
The Sycamore housing market is currently a seller's market with a median sale price of $330,000 and a high sale-to-list ratio of 101.4%. Inventory remains tight with only 45 active listings, driving competitive conditions for buyers. The market shows steady year-over-year growth of 6.1%, supported by a stable local economy and accessible price-to-income ratios.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking a balance between accessible home values and proximity to regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 6.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 53 days on market with 0.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 101.4% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 6.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 60178, DeKalb County, IL
The area is served by Sycamore Community Unit School District 427, which generally maintains a positive reputation within the region.
The area is characterized as a low-snow, moderate-climate zone with standard regional flood and wind risks.
Economic momentum is driven by local employment in healthcare, manufacturing, and education sectors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Illinois) — Property Tax Assessment (Fair Cash Value): Property is assessed at 33 1/3% of its fair cash value. The tax bill is calculated by multiplying the equalized assessed value (EAV) by the aggregate tax rate of the local taxing districts.
Residents typically commute toward the broader Chicago metropolitan employment core, with access via regional highway corridors.
The area features local parks, green spaces, and community-oriented shopping districts within a 3-mile radius of the city center.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand with a median rent of $930, reflecting a relatively accessible price point compared to national averages.
The local economy is anchored by the healthcare, manufacturing, and education sectors, providing a stable employment base.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, connecting the area to the broader Chicago metropolitan transit network.
Development activity is focused on residential expansion and community infrastructure improvements.
The DeKalb County assessment regime follows standard Illinois property tax procedures.
Parcels are subject to various taxing bodies including city, park, and school districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles typical of Northern Illinois.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS and IRS migration statistics.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Provides extensive green space and recreational facilities for the community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.