Houzeo Rolls Out a New Cost of Living Calculator to Help Illinois Home Buyers Plan Smarter

Illinois homebuyers can now compare affordability, lifestyle costs, and housing options with this new tool.

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Houzeo, America’s best home buying and selling website, has announced the launch of its Cost of Living Calculator, adding another data-focused resource to its growing platform. The launch aims to help homebuyers understand affordability and plan more confidently in today’s evolving housing market.

The newly launched living costs calculator allows users to compare everyday expenses across cities and regions throughout Illinois. Houzeo’s cost-of-living tool breaks down key cost components—including housing, utilities, transportation, healthcare, groceries, and taxes—giving buyers a clearer picture of affordability beyond listing prices.

Houzeo’s Cost of Living in Illinois Calculator is built using a consistent, data-backed framework that combines verified housing information, regional pricing benchmarks, and publicly available economic data. Housing costs are drawn from MLS-supported listings, while non-housing expenses are standardized using state and national benchmarks, ensuring fair and reliable comparisons across markets.

The launch comes as Illinois' real estate market continues to show noticeable contrasts between major urban centers, such as Chicago, and more affordable suburban and downstate areas. Buyers exploring Chicago luxury homes can access curated listings featuring upscale amenities such as modern high-rise condos, grand entrances & staircases, premium finishes, and desirable neighborhood settings. When paired with insights into the cost of living in Illinois, buyers can more accurately assess whether their preferred lifestyle aligns with long-term financial comfort.

For those buying a home for the first time, Houzeo also offers a detailed Illinois first time home buyer guide that outlines the entire purchasing process—from financing and down payments to closing costs and state-specific considerations. Overall, this guide helps new buyers approach homeownership with less uncertainty.

With access to over 1.5 million listings nationwide, Houzeo continues to evolve beyond a traditional listings website into a comprehensive real estate intelligence platform. From comparing living costs to exploring luxury markets or understanding the first-time buying process, Houzeo is equipping Illinois homebuyers with the data they need to make smarter, more confident decisions.

Jai Chavan
Houzeo
+1 844-448-0110
support@houzeo.com
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