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$280,816$204 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $221,000 on May 17, 2006

1209 CARDINAL DR

ZION, IL 60099
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,376 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$281K
$260K low$302K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$221,000 · May 17, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,686 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$76,451 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,912
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$66,539
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,162
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$229,376

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyLake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 100 ft²Porch · 35 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Zion-Benton Twnshp High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Beach Park Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
E
Newport Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.1 mi

District: Zion-Benton Township High School District 126

Neighborhood · ZIP 60099These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,577
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,451 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,173
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,492
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1209 Cardinal Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 74% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Lake County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Lake County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Zion 60099

What homes are worth in Zion 60099

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$115K$424K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Zion 60099.

How it measures up in Zion 60099

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Zion 60099.

Estimated value$280,816
CheaperTypical $250,453Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $191Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,376 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,261 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 1209 Cardinal Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeZion 60099Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,81664% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20463% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,376 ft²61% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac36% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than199986% of homes82% of homes

About 1209 Cardinal Dr

How much is 1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL is $280,816 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $259,615 to $302,017. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL last sell?

1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL last sold on May 17, 2006 for $221,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL?

1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,376 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL built?

1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL?

1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL is assigned to Zion-Benton Twnshp High School (high), rated B; Beach Park Middle School (middle), rated D+; Newport Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Zion-Benton Township High School District 126. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL compare to other homes in Zion 60099?

Among the 8,616 homes in Zion 60099, it is worth more than 64% of them ($280,816 against a typical $250,453), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($204 against a typical $191), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,376 ft² against a typical 1,261 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1999 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 26% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1209 Cardinal Dr, Zion, IL was $7,686. The county assessed it at $76,451.

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