April 2026 Sales Recap: Homes Closed Across Chicagoland by The Cory Tanzer Group
April continued a steady spring run for the Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier, with 30 transactions closed totaling approximately $8.9M in sales volume across Chicagoland.
From high-rise condos in the Loop and South Loop to single-family homes in Oak Park and surrounding suburbs, the team maintained consistent activity across a wide range of property types and price points.
Two notable double-sided transactions in University Village further highlighted the group’s ability to represent both buyers and sellers in the same deal, adding meaningful volume and demonstrating full-service execution.
Here’s a closer look at what sold across Chicago and the surrounding suburbs in April 2026.
April 2026 At a Glance
30 Transactions Closed
~$8.9M Total Sales Volume
2 Double-Sided Deals
Active across both city and suburban markets
Top 5 Home Sales in April 2026
5530 S Normandy Ave, Chicago (West Elsdon) – $634,000
830 N Austin Blvd, Oak Park – $452,000
These top sales reflect continued demand across both city condos and suburban homes, particularly in competitive mid-range price points.
Where We Saw Activity This Month
April closings were spread across key Chicago neighborhoods and suburban markets, including:
Downtown & Core: Loop, West Loop, South Loop, Printer’s Row
High-Demand Areas: Old Town, Lakeview, University Village, Edgewater
Suburban Markets: Oak Park, Carol Stream, Streamwood, Westchester, Des Plaines, Oak Lawn
This distribution highlights a market where buyers are balancing location, space, and value.
Notable Transactions
University Village (Double-Sided Deals)- 1525 S Sangamon St, Unit 301 and 1070 W 15th St, Unit 404. Successfully represented both sides of the transaction
Highest Sale of the Month- 5530 S Normandy Ave at $634,000
South Loop Activity Continues- Multiple closings, including 1717 S Prairie Ave and 2941 S Michigan Ave Unit 504, reinforce steady demand in the area
Rental Market Still Active- Several leases completed, including South Loop and Loop units, showing continued rental movement alongside sales
What This Means for the Chicago Real Estate Market
April’s numbers point to a consistent and active spring market, with steady buyer demand across multiple price points and locations.
Condos continue to perform well in areas like South Loop, West Loop, and Old Town, while suburban homes remain attractive for buyers seeking more space and long-term value.
The mix of rental and sales activity also reflects a market that remains flexible, with both renters and buyers actively participating.
Why Clients Continue to Work with The Cory Tanzer Group
The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier continues to stand out through:
Consistent transaction volume across the city and the suburbs
Strong neighborhood expertise in high-demand Chicago areas
Strategic pricing and negotiation approach
Ability to manage both sides of transactions when needed
Closing nearly $9M in a single month reflects a system built on consistency, market knowledge, and execution.
Frequently Asked Questions
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In April 2026, the Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier closed 30 transactions totaling approximately $8.9 million in sales volume across Chicagoland. This includes both residential sales and rental transactions, reflecting steady activity during the spring market and consistent deal flow across multiple neighborhoods.
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Activity was spread across several key areas, with consistent movement in South Loop, West Loop, the Loop, Old Town, Lakeview, and University Village. South Loop in particular stood out with multiple closings, including properties on Prairie Avenue and Michigan Avenue. Suburban markets like Oak Park, Westchester, and Des Plaines also contributed to the overall volume, highlighting a balanced mix of city and suburban demand.
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A double-sided transaction occurs when the same real estate team represents both the buyer and the seller in a deal. In April 2026, the Cory Tanzer Group completed two such transactions in University Village at 1525 South Sangamon Street and 1070 West 15th Street. These deals contributed additional volume and demonstrate the team’s ability to manage both sides efficiently, which can help streamline communication and execution.
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Condominiums continue to make up a significant portion of the Chicago real estate market, and April’s activity reinforces that trend. A majority of the month’s transactions involved condo sales in core neighborhoods like South Loop, West Loop, Old Town, and Lakeview, where buyers are drawn to convenience, accessibility, and relative affordability compared to single-family homes.
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Buyers and sellers choose the Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier for its consistent performance across Chicagoland. In April 2026 alone, the team closed 30 transactions totaling approximately $8.9 million in volume, including two double-sided deals in University Village, while maintaining strong activity across neighborhoods like South Loop, West Loop, Old Town, and Lakeview, along with suburban markets such as Oak Park and Streamwood. This builds on the strong performance highlighted in their March 2026 Sales Recap, reinforcing their position as a trusted presence in the Chicago real estate market through consistent results across multiple months.
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