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$539,501$267 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $480,000 on Jul 19, 2022

1537 W RUE JAMES PL

PALATINE, IL 60067
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,023 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.
2,872 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$540K
$515K 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.$480,000 · Jul 19, 2022
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.$539,501
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$431,601

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,870 (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.$59,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,042
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,958
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,787
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$590,000

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.45
53
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
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.17 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.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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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.Asphalt
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(6)

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
William Fremd High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Marion Jordan Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi

District: Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15

Neighborhood · ZIP 60067These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.5.3%
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.43,597
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,859 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,487
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$153,228
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.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.Yes

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

1537 W Rue James Pl 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 Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Palatine 60067
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 97% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Palatine 60067

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

This home
$167K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Palatine 60067.

How it measures up in Palatine 60067

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palatine 60067.

Estimated value$539,501
CheaperTypical $489,838Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$267
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area2,023 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,900 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size2,872 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 1537 W Rue James Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalatine 60067Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$539,50159% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26767% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than2,023 ft²54% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,872 ft²10% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than200795% of homes97% of homes

About 1537 W Rue James Pl

How much is 1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL is $539,501 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $514,706 to $564,296. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL last sell?

1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL last sold on Jul 19, 2022 for $480,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL?

1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,023 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL built?

1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL?

1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL is assigned to William Fremd High School (high), rated A+; Thomas Jefferson Middle School (middle); Marion Jordan Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL compare to other homes in Palatine 60067?

Among the 14,717 homes in Palatine 60067, it is worth more than 59% of them ($539,501 against a typical $489,838), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($267 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 54% of them (2,023 ft² against a typical 1,900 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (2,872 ft² against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2007 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Cook 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 1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1537 W Rue James Pl, Palatine, IL was $12,870. The county assessed it at $59,000.

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