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$475,115$183 / 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 71How 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 $223,000 on Mar 31, 2000

1526 E FOREST AVE

WHEATON, IL 60187
3
Beds
1.5
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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$475K
$337K low$613K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$223,000 · Mar 31, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,297 (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.$120,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,816
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$72,654
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$111,073
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$361,410

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.6 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.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.Ranch
CountyDUPAGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Washington Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Franklin Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Wheaton North High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Community Unit School District 200

Neighborhood · ZIP 60187These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
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.30,623
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,613 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,660
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$159,688
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

1526 E Forest Ave 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 92% of homes in DuPage County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in DuPage County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Wheaton 60187
  • Older than 86% of homes in DuPage County

What homes are worth in Wheaton 60187

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

This home
$266K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Wheaton 60187.

How it measures up in Wheaton 60187

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wheaton 60187.

Estimated value$475,115
CheaperTypical $508,942Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$183
CheaperTypical $255Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,592 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,145 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 1526 E Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWheaton 60187DuPage County
Estimated valuepricier than$475,11543% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18312% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than2,592 ft²66% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac92% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than195541% of homes14% of homes

About 1526 E Forest Ave

How much is 1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL is $475,115 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $337,091 to $613,139. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL last sell?

1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL last sold on Mar 31, 2000 for $223,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL?

1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,592 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL built?

1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL?

1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL is assigned to Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Franklin Middle School (middle), rated A; Wheaton North High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Community Unit School District 200. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL compare to other homes in Wheaton 60187?

Among the 8,637 homes in Wheaton 60187, it is worth more than 43% of them ($475,115 against a typical $508,942), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($183 against a typical $255), it is bigger than 66% of them (2,592 ft² against a typical 2,145 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1955 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of DuPage County, it is worth more than 55% 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 1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1526 E Forest Ave, Wheaton, IL was $7,297. The county assessed it at $120,470.

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