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$515,614
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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $500,000 on Oct 22, 2024

15218 S JAMES ST

PLAINFIELD, IL 60544
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$516K
$467K low$564K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Oct 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,213 (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.$139,001 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,214
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,787
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$128,171
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$417,003

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.41
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 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.Traditional/Old
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
Plainfield Central High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Indian Trail Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Central Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi

District: Plainfield School District 202

Neighborhood · ZIP 60544These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.3.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,013
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,220 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,825
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,961
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%

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How this home compares

15218 S James St 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 77% of homes in Plainfield 60544
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Will County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Plainfield 60544

What homes are worth in Plainfield 60544

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

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$233K$703K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Plainfield 60544.

How it measures up in Plainfield 60544

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plainfield 60544.

Estimated value$515,614
CheaperTypical $375,239Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 15218 S James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlainfield 60544Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$515,61477% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac15% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than200177% of homes74% of homes

About 15218 S James St

How much is 15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL is $515,614 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $467,206 to $564,022. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL last sell?

15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL last sold on Oct 22, 2024 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL?

15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL built?

15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL?

15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL is assigned to Plainfield Central High School (high), rated A; Indian Trail Middle School (middle), rated B; Central Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Plainfield School District 202. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL compare to other homes in Plainfield 60544?

Among the 9,956 homes in Plainfield 60544, it is worth more than 77% of them ($515,614 against a typical $375,239), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (2001 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 77% 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 15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15218 S James St, Plainfield, IL was $9,213. The county assessed it at $139,001.

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