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$334,781$221 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Jul 20, 2021

1242 FOLKSTONE CT

WHEATON, IL 60189
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,516 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.
1,742 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$335K
$311K low$358K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Jul 20, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,581 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$99,108 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,102
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,006
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$91,377
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,324

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.Townhouse
CountyDUPAGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Briar Glen Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Glenbard South High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Glen Crest Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Glenbard Township High School District 87

Neighborhood · ZIP 60189These 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.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,971
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,795 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$129,761
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$159,096
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

1242 Folkstone Ct 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 78% of homes in Wheaton 60189
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in DuPage County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Wheaton 60189
  • Among the smallest lots in Wheaton 60189

What homes are worth in Wheaton 60189

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

This home
$211K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Wheaton 60189.

How it measures up in Wheaton 60189

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wheaton 60189.

Estimated value$334,781
CheaperTypical $566,917Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,516 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,266 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size1,742 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 1242 Folkstone Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWheaton 60189DuPage County
Estimated valuepricier than$334,78122% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22137% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,516 ft²26% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,742 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than197854% of homes53% of homes

About 1242 Folkstone Ct

How much is 1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL is $334,781 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $311,254 to $358,308. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL last sell?

1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL last sold on Jul 20, 2021 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL?

1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,516 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL built?

1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL?

1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL is assigned to Briar Glen Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Glenbard South High School (high), rated B+; Glen Crest Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Glenbard Township High School District 87. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL compare to other homes in Wheaton 60189?

Among the 10,515 homes in Wheaton 60189, it is worth more than 22% of them ($334,781 against a typical $566,917), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($221 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,516 ft² against a typical 2,266 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,742 ft² against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1978 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of DuPage County, it is worth more than 23% 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 1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1242 Folkstone Ct, Wheaton, IL was $6,581. The county assessed it at $99,108.

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