Schools are back in session and while meteorological summer has a few days left, in the real estate world, the fall market has begun. In real estate, it’s a commonly held idea that the spring and early summer months move the fastest, with many buyers wanting to be in new homes before the school year starts. Local professionals tell us whether those preconceived notions hold in the current market.

Local Realtor Scott Berg of Berg Properties likes to look at data to inform his work with buyers and sellers. “I’ve heard over the years that fall is supposed to be the time for buyers to get discounts, but what I’d experienced is that the good listings were still really competitive.”

Renovating? Start with a trio of home experts

When interior designer Robin Schwadron of R Titus Designs opened a space in the heart of Oak Park in 2023, one of the benefits of the combined studio and storefront was the ability to host community events.

Over the years, she’s hosted mahjong nights, styling classes and even a homecoming dress swap, but some of her favorite events are bringing industry professionals to the studio to talk to homeowners who are contemplating doing work on their homes.

Property transfers for July 2026

These property transfers were reported by the Cook County Clerk from July 2026. Where addresses appear incomplete, for instance where a unit number appears missing, that information was not provided by the clerk.

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