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  • Integrations
  • Blog

Resources

  • Blog
  • Case Studies
  • Research
  • Ebooks & Guides
  • HOA Glossary
  • Templates
  • State Guides
  • HOA Laws by State
  • Comparisons

Company

  • About
  • Contact
  • HOA Laws by State
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  • Security
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service

Free Tools

  • Cost Calculator
  • Annual Budget Builder
  • Reserve Fund Calculator
  • Board Time Audit
  • Fine Schedule Builder
  • Annual Meeting Checklist
  • Agenda Generator
  • Meeting Minutes
  • Violation Letter
  • Welcome Letter
LotWize

by Sanaf AI Solutions

AI-first HOA management for self-managed communities.

Available nationwide

Get HOA tips & updates

© 2026 LotWize by Sanaf AI Solutions. All rights reserved.
HOA Fees by City/Chicago, IL
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Chicago Average HOA Fees (2026)

Chicago Metro · Data last updated 2026

75% above national average

Chicago's large condo market — particularly in Lincoln Park, Wicker Park, and the Loop — drives significant HOA volume.

Monthly HOA fee averages

Condo

$510/mo

National avg: $291/mo

$219 above avg
Single-Family Home

$195/mo

National avg: $170/mo

$25 above avg
Townhome

$310/mo

National avg: $215/mo

$95 above avg

Why HOA fees look the way they do in Chicago

Chicago condo fees are elevated by aging building infrastructure, doorman/concierge staffing, and significant snow removal costs.

What HOA fees typically cover in Chicago
  • Building exterior
  • Snow removal
  • Common area insurance
  • Elevator maintenance
  • Water/sewer
  • Trash
Common amenities in Chicago HOAs
  • Gym
  • Doorman
  • Roof Deck
  • Parking
  • Package Room

Why do HOA fees vary within Chicago?

Even within the same city, fees can range from under $50/month to over $2,000/month depending on several factors:

  • Amenity level — communities with golf courses, full-time staff, or resort-style pools carry significantly higher fees than basic landscaping-only HOAs.
  • Building age — older buildings typically require higher reserve contributions and more frequent major repairs.
  • Reserve fund health — an underfunded HOA may have artificially low fees today but face a large special assessment in the future.
  • Property type — condos in high-rise buildings generally carry higher fees than detached SFH communities due to shared building system costs.

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Fee data represents estimates based on available market data and public HOA disclosures. Actual fees vary widely by community, amenities, building age, and reserve funding status. This page provides general reference information only — not financial or legal advice. Always request an HOA's current budget and reserve study before purchasing. Last updated: 2026.