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$502,872$194 / 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 97How 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 $320,000 on Sep 20, 2018

1253 GALWAY DR

CARY, IL 60013
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,592 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1992
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$503K
$486K low$520K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$320,000 · Sep 20, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,589 (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.$121,868 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,575
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$94,293
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$108,995
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$365,604

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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.Colonial
CountyMcHenry
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air

Transaction History(2)

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
Cary-Grove High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Cary Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Deer Path Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.6 mi

District: Community High School District 155

Neighborhood · ZIP 60013These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.97%
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.4.0%
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.25,325
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,673 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,918
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,697
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

1253 Galway 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 more than 81% of homes in McHenry County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Cary 60013
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in McHenry County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Cary 60013

What homes are worth in Cary 60013

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

This home
$208K$792K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Cary 60013.

How it measures up in Cary 60013

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cary 60013.

Estimated value$502,872
CheaperTypical $384,614Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$194
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area2,592 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,829 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1992
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 1253 Galway Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCary 60013McHenry County
Estimated valuepricier than$502,87277% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19435% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than2,592 ft²76% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac42% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than199270% of homes57% of homes

About 1253 Galway Dr

How much is 1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL is $502,872 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $485,715 to $520,029. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL last sell?

1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL last sold on Sep 20, 2018 for $320,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL?

1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,592 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL built?

1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL was built in 1992, making it 34 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL?

1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL is assigned to Cary-Grove High School (high), rated A+; Cary Junior High School (middle), rated B+; Deer Path Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Community High School District 155. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL compare to other homes in Cary 60013?

Among the 9,586 homes in Cary 60013, it is worth more than 77% of them ($502,872 against a typical $384,614), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($194 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,592 ft² against a typical 1,829 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1992 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of McHenry County, it is worth more than 81% 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 1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1253 Galway Dr, Cary, IL was $9,589. The county assessed it at $121,868.

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