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$426,885$259 / 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 76How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

1218 W PLAINFIELD RD

COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,647 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$427K
$326K low$528K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,786 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$31,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$21,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$310,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Bungalow
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Highlands Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.5 mi
M
Highlands Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Lyons Township High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Lagrange Highlands School District 106

Neighborhood · ZIP 60525These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.30,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,324 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$124,530
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$153,507
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

1218 W Plainfield Rd 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 more than 67% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in La Grange 60525
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 77% of homes in La Grange 60525

What homes are worth in La Grange 60525

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

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$154K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in La Grange 60525.

How it measures up in La Grange 60525

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Grange 60525.

Estimated value$426,885
CheaperTypical $496,107Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$259
CheaperTypical $307Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,647 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,692 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 1218 W Plainfield Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Grange 60525Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$426,88541% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25930% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,647 ft²47% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac60% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than194623% of homes31% of homes

About 1218 W Plainfield Rd

How much is 1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL is $426,885 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $325,817 to $527,953. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL?

1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,647 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL built?

1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL?

1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL is assigned to Highlands Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Highlands Middle School (middle), rated A+; Lyons Township High School (high), rated A. All sit in Lagrange Highlands School District 106. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL compare to other homes in La Grange 60525?

Among the 11,500 homes in La Grange 60525, it is worth more than 41% of them ($426,885 against a typical $496,107), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($259 against a typical $307), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,647 ft² against a typical 1,692 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1946 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 67% 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 1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1218 W Plainfield Rd, Countryside, IL was $5,786. The county assessed it at $31,000.

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