Chicago Real Estate Blog — Rowland Group

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass breaks down the Chicago real estate market across Q1 and Q2 2026 — prices, inventory, what sold fast, and what it means for buyers and sellers right now.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass shares the complete checklist for preparing your Chicago home to sell in 2026 — what to fix, what to skip, and how to maximize your sale price.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass shares smart home buying strategies for Chicago in 2026 — whether you're a first-time buyer, upgrading, investing, or relocating from out of state.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass introduces Coming Soon and off-market listings in Chicago — how Compass Private Exclusives works, who benefits, and how to get early access before properties hit the MLS.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass explains exactly how to determine the right offer price on a Chicago home — the data, the strategy, and the factors that win in 2026's competitive market.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass gives a complete, honest breakdown of every fee a seller pays when selling a home in Chicago — agent commissions, transfer taxes, attorney fees, and more.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass answers one of the most common seller questions: how long will my home be on the market in Chicago? The honest answer depends on price, preparation, and neighborhood.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass walks through the complete Chicago home selling process in 2026 — pricing, preparation, marketing, offers, attorney review, and closing. Everything Chicago sellers need to know.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass breaks down Chicago's luxury condo market in Q2 2026 — prices, inventory, the most active neighborhoods, and what buyers and sellers need to know right now.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass breaks down the 2026 Chicago real estate market — median prices, inventory trends, mortgage rates, and what buyers and sellers need to know right now.

Jason Rowland of Rowland Group at Compass debunks the 9 most common Chicago home buying myths in 2026 — from the 20% down payment myth to why you should never skip the inspection.

New development for Downtown Chicago condos has been slow since the housing meltdown in 2008, but as we move further away from a near...