13
Active HUD listings in Cook County
HUD Homes in Cook County, IL
Research active HUD-owned homes, financing eligibility, and market context for Cook County, Illinois.
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Buying HUD homes in Cook County, Illinois
Buying a HUD home in Cook County, Illinois puts one of Illinois's largest markets — roughly 5,225,367 residents within reach, with 13 active HUD-owned listings on the shelf as of HUDPRO's latest refresh. These are FHA-insured properties HUD has taken back through foreclosure and is reselling to the public.
In a market the size of Cook, HUD competition tends to concentrate around the county's busier population centers, and well-priced owner-occupant cases can move quickly. Right now, Cook County carries more active HUD inventory than any other county in Illinois. As across much of the Midwest, watch for winterized vacancies and longer days-on-market on extended listings before assuming a light rehab.
FHA financing is common on HUD homes here — including FHA $100 Down and FHA 203(k) renovation loans on eligible case statuses — but each listing sets its own terms, so confirm insurability before you build a budget around a headline price. Because inventory in Cook County can change several times a week, the most reliable approach is to set a IL alert and monitor new listings rather than checking occasionally.
Cook County HUD market statistics
5,225,367
County population (ACS)
28
Active HUD listings across Illinois
Updated daily
Inventory refreshed from HUD public data
Active HUD homes in Cook County
$42,000
11568 S Lafayette Ave
Chicago, IL 60628
2 bd · 1 ba · 830 sqft
$83,000
314 Lathrop Ave Unit 203
Forest Park, IL 60130
1 bd · 1 ba · 602 sqft
$105,000
1136 N Lawndale Ave
Chicago, IL 60651
6 bd · 2 ba · 2,581 sqft
$170,000
9300 Hamilton Ct
Des Plaines, IL 60016
2 bd · 1.1 ba · 919 sqft
$170,000
17724 Henry St
Lansing, IL 60438
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,157 sqft
$180,000
361 Osage St
Park Forest, IL 60466
4 bd · 2.1 ba · 2,525 sqft
$185,000
8906 S Hermitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60620
3 bd · 1.1 ba · 1,883 sqft
$194,500
4613 Lindenwood Ct
Matteson, IL 60443
2 bd · 2.1 ba · 1,637 sqft
$216,000
1609 S 9TH Ave
Maywood, IL 60153
2 bd · 1 ba · 1,351 sqft
$220,000
17214 Country Ln
East Hazel Crest, IL 60429
4 bd · 2 ba · 1,600 sqft
$225,000
2626 W 96TH Place
Evergreen Park, IL 60805
5 bd · 2 ba · 2,296 sqft
$240,000
2504 S 57TH Ct
Cicero, IL 60804
2 bd · 1 ba · 829 sqft
What you can do in Cook County
Browse Cook County inventory
13 HUD homes are currently listed in Cook County. Filter by case status, price, and financing on the live map.
Open Cook County map →Research before you bid
Every HUD property has a case status that controls financing. Learn which homes qualify for FHA, FHA 203(k), or cash-only before you make an offer in Illinois.
Financing guide →Get notified of new listings
HUD inventory moves quickly. Set a IL alert and get notified when new properties near Cook County match your criteria.
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Latest market coverage
More HUD Homes May Reach the Market in 2026. Here's Why Owner-Occupants Should Pay Attention.
Read article →HUD buyer guide
Step-by-step guidance on searching HUD homes, case status, and the bidding process.
Buyer's guide →FHA financing on HUD homes
Understand FHA, FHA $100 Down, and FHA 203(k) options by case status before you bid.
Financing guide →Sold HUD research — Illinois
Research closed HUD transactions across Illinois by county and city to understand pricing and activity near Cook County.
HUD homes in Cook County — frequently asked questions
Are there HUD homes for sale in Cook County, Illinois?
Yes. HUDPRO is currently tracking 13 active HUD-owned homes in Cook County, Illinois. Inventory changes as properties are listed, go under contract, or are removed, so check back and set an alert to catch new cases.
How often does HUD inventory in Cook County change?
HUD listings are pulled from HUD's public data and can change daily. New foreclosures enter as HUD acquires FHA-insured properties, and active listings drop off as they sell. Because Cook County can go from several cases to none within a week, tracking with an alert is more reliable than checking occasionally.
Can I use FHA financing on a HUD home in Cook County?
Often, yes. FHA financing — including FHA $100 Down and the FHA 203(k) renovation loan — is commonly used on HUD homes, but eligibility is set per listing by the property's case status (insurable, insurable with escrow, or uninsurable). Review each Cook County listing's status and HUDPRO's financing guide before you plan your loan.
Do first-time and owner-occupant buyers get priority in Cook County?
Yes. On new HUD listings in Cook County, Illinois, owner-occupant buyers typically get an exclusive bidding window before investors can bid. First-time buyers are eligible and frequently use FHA financing on these homes.
Where do I submit an official bid on a HUD home in Cook County, Illinois?
Official bids must be placed through HUD's registered-agent workflow on HUDHomeStore.gov — HUDPRO does not accept bids. Use this page and the IL map to research Cook County listings, case status, and financing, then work with a HUD-registered agent to submit your offer.
HUDPRO is an independent research platform. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Official HUD home listings, bids, and transactions are managed through HUDHomeStore.gov. HUDPRO inventory counts are derived from HUD public listing data and may not match HUD's official public count at all times.