Willowbrook, IL—60527
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Willowbrook, IL
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Willowbrook, IL is $484,000, with a year-over-year change of 1.2%. This indicates that home prices in Willowbrook, IL are increasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 1.0%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $484,000 | 1.2% |
| Single Family | $695,000 | 3.4% |
| Condos | $240,000 | 5.3% |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | $158,000 | 2.6% |
2 Bed | $258,000 | 4.0% |
3 Bed | $444,000 | 2.5% |
4 Bed | $833,000 | 4.1% |
| 5 Bed | $1,187,000 | 3.6% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Willowbrook, IL
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Willowbrook, IL is $2,130, with a year-over-year rent change of -2.3%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Willowbrook, IL is studios: $1,680, 1-bedrooms: $1,870, 2-bedrooms: $2,210, 3-bedrooms: $3,180, 4-bedrooms: $4,750. The most common rental property sizes in Willowbrook, IL are 2-bedroom and 1-bedroom, accounting for 42.4% and 34.1% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $2,050 | $2,130 |
| Studio Rent | $1,680 | $1,680 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $1,890 | $1,870 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $2,250 | $2,210 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $3,400 | $3,180 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $3,500 | $4,750 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Willowbrook, IL
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Willowbrook, IL is 49. This is a increase of 13.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market longer than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 19.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $919,000 | 21.0% |
Listing Count | 114 | -7.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.8% | -7.0% |
Days on Market | 49 | 13.0% |
Demographics — Willowbrook, IL
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Willowbrook, IL has a population of 29,000, which has increased by 4.0% over the past 5 years. Willowbrook, IL is a moderately popular place for families, as children make up 17.7% of the population. The area has a highly educated workforce, with 58.1% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are some residents working remotely, with 16.6% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 29,000 | 4.0% |
% Under 18 | 17.7% | -11.9% |
% Seniors | 26.8% | 28.8% |
% WFH | 16.6% | 61.2% |
% w/ College Degree | 58.1% | 5.3% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Willowbrook, IL is a predominantly white area, with 66.2% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 7.3% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Willowbrook, IL is asian, making up 13.0% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 23.0% of the population in Willowbrook, IL, and this percentage has increased by 3.6% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 66.2% | -7.3% |
% Black | 8.0% | 21.2% |
% Hispanic | 6.7% | 36.7% |
% Asian | 13.0% | -11.6% |
% Foreign Born | 23.0% | 3.6% |
Mortgage and Risk — Willowbrook, IL
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 476 mortgage originations in Willowbrook, IL, of which 95.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 61.0%, with 18.0% above 90% LTV (elevated). This implies medium mortgage risk in Willowbrook, IL. Investor activity is low, as 4.0% of loans were by investors. 9.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting few homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 476 |
% Conventional Loans | 95.0% |
% Government Loans | 5.0% |
% Investor Loans | 4.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 9.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Willowbrook, IL
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Willowbrook, IL under the Section 8 program is 12.9%. This is considered low, suggesting that the neighborhood is sparsely composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. In Willowbrook, IL, none of the tracked home sizes currently have HUD payment amounts above market rent, suggesting limited Section 8 opportunity.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 324 |
Total Units Section 8 | 324 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 12.9% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 90.0% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | -$20 | $1,890 | $1,870 |
| 2 Bedroom | -$140 | $2,250 | $2,110 |
| 3 Bedroom | -$690 | $3,400 | $2,710 |
| 4 Bedroom | -$320 | $3,500 | $3,180 |
Affordability — Willowbrook, IL
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3.9 |
| Median Home Price | $484,000 |
| Median Household Income | $110,000 |