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$341,887$251 / 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 91How 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

1260 E RIVER DR

DES PLAINES, IL 60018
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,364 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$342K
$313K low$371K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$125,887
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$100,710
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.62%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$216,000
GUARANTEED RATE · 3.5% 2 · recorded Jun 22, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,826 (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.$33,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,469
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,531
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$330,000

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.52
77
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.42 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.20
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.Hot Water
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

Transaction History(3)

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
Central Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Iroquois Community SchoolA-
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Maine West High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Maine Township High School District 207

Neighborhood · ZIP 60018These 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.51
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,675
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,751 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,484
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,969
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

1260 E River 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Des Plaines 60018
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Des Plaines 60018
  • Older than 68% of homes in Des Plaines 60018

What homes are worth in Des Plaines 60018

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

This home
$157K$800K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Des Plaines 60018.

How it measures up in Des Plaines 60018

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Plaines 60018.

Estimated value$341,887
CheaperTypical $360,817Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$251
CheaperTypical $277Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,364 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,250 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 1260 E River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDes Plaines 60018Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$341,88743% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25134% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,364 ft²60% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac66% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than195332% of homes40% of homes

About 1260 E River Dr

How much is 1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL is $341,887 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $312,716 to $371,058. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL last sell?

1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL last sold on Aug 28, 2009, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL?

1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,364 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL built?

1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL?

1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL is assigned to Central Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Iroquois Community School (middle), rated A-; Maine West High School (high), rated A. All sit in Maine Township High School District 207. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL compare to other homes in Des Plaines 60018?

Among the 7,694 homes in Des Plaines 60018, it is worth more than 43% of them ($341,887 against a typical $360,817), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($251 against a typical $277), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,364 ft² against a typical 1,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than 66% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1953 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 50% 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 1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1260 E River Dr, Des Plaines, IL was $7,826. The county assessed it at $33,000.

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