Kankakee County · Illinois

Homes for sale in Essex.

There are 13 homes for sale in Essex right now, with a median list price of $36,000. Every active listing below updates live from the MLS.

homes for sale

$36K

median list price

$423

median price / sq ft

1634 days

avg. days on market

How the Essex market is moving.

Closed MLS sales — last 12 months.

29 homes closed in Essex over the last 12 months. Updated continuously from the MLS.

Active listings in Essex.

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Active 📸 42

$670,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,585 sqft

15334 W 3000n Road

Essex, IL 60935

Active ▼ $8,000 1514d

About the Essex market.

Essex is one of the communities dwello Home Group covers across Kankakee County and the broader Chicago and Northwest Indiana market. The listings on this page are pulled live from the MLS and refreshed continuously, so what you see is what's genuinely available right now.

Whether you're buying your first home, moving up, or selling, a local dwello agent can give you a real read on Essex — pricing, neighborhoods, schools, and how fast homes are actually moving. Reach out any time; there's no pressure and no obligation.

Browse Essex by property type.

Houses

Single-family homes

Townhomes & Condos

Attached + low-maintenance

Nearby areas.

Kankakee 130 Bourbonnais 83 Manteno 64 Pembroke Twp 27 Momence 24 Herscher 21 St. Anne 20 Bradley 18

Essex real estate questions.

How many homes are for sale in Essex, IL?

As of May 2026, there are 13 active listings in Essex, Illinois, plus 1 more under contract. The listings on this page update straight from the MLS, so they reflect current inventory.

What is the median home price in Essex?

The median list price of active homes in Essex is currently $36,000, or roughly $423 per square foot. Prices vary widely by neighborhood, size, and condition — browse the active listings above for live pricing.

Does dwello Home Group serve Essex?

Yes. dwello Home Group is based in Chicago's south suburbs and Northwest Indiana and works with buyers and sellers across the wider region, including Essex. Get in touch and we'll connect you with the right agent.

How fast do homes sell in Essex?

Active listings in Essex have been on the market an average of 1634 days. 5 homes have closed there in the last 90 days. Well-priced homes in good condition tend to move noticeably faster than average.

How do I schedule a showing in Essex?

Open any listing on this page and use the "Schedule a showing" button, or contact dwello Home Group directly. A local agent will set up the tour and walk you through every step — financing, offers, inspections, and closing.

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Tour a home, get a straight answer on pricing, or just ask a question. A local dwello agent is ready when you are.

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