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$391,557
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 90How 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
Last sold for $15,000 on Jan 8, 2018

12979 WHIPPLE RD

SYCAMORE, IL 60178
3
Beds
1
Baths
4.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$392K
$352K low$431K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$15,000 · Jan 8, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,487 (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.$192,571 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,348
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,223
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$181,056
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$577,713

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.21 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 Residential
CountyDeKalb
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.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

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

E
North Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.2 mi
M
Sycamore Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Sycamore High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Sycamore Community Unit School District 427

Neighborhood · ZIP 60178These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,227
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.340 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,175
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,851
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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.52%

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How this home compares

12979 Whipple 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 79% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Sycamore 60178
  • Newer than 82% of homes in DeKalb County

What homes are worth in Sycamore 60178

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

This home
$168K$651K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Sycamore 60178.

How it measures up in Sycamore 60178

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sycamore 60178.

Estimated value$391,557
CheaperTypical $316,047Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size4.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 12979 Whipple Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSycamore 60178DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$391,55769% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.5 ac95% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than200581% of homes82% of homes

About 12979 Whipple Rd

How much is 12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL is $391,557 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $351,914 to $431,200. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL last sell?

12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL last sold on Jan 8, 2018 for $15,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL?

12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and a 4.50-acre lot.

When was 12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL built?

12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old.

What schools serve 12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL?

12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL is assigned to North Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Sycamore Middle School (middle), rated B-; Sycamore High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Sycamore Community Unit School District 427. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL compare to other homes in Sycamore 60178?

Among the 7,702 homes in Sycamore 60178, it is worth more than 69% of them ($391,557 against a typical $316,047), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (4.5 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (2005 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 79% 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 12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12979 Whipple Rd, Sycamore, IL was $13,487. The county assessed it at $192,571.

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