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$647,218$135 / 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 83How 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 $320,000 on Nov 15, 2005

15434 S JAMES ST

PLAINFIELD, IL 60544
0
Baths
4,808 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$647K
$535K low$759K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$320,000 · Nov 15, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,016 (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.$99,768 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,478
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$89,290
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$91,982
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$299,304

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.57
95
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.85 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
E
Central Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Indian Trail Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 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

15434 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 96% of homes in Plainfield 60544
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Plainfield 60544
  • Among the largest homes in Plainfield 60544
  • Among the largest lots 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.

This home
$236K$711K

This home is worth more than 96% 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$647,218
CheaperTypical $376,884Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,808 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,753 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

How 15434 S James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlainfield 60544Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$647,21896% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$135almost no homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than4,808 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than3 acalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 15434 S James St

How much is 15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL is $647,218 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $535,194 to $759,242. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL last sell?

15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL last sold on Nov 15, 2005 for $320,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL?

15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL has 4,808 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

What schools serve 15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL?

15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL is assigned to Plainfield Central High School (high), rated A; Central Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Indian Trail Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Plainfield School District 202. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 15434 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 96% of them ($647,218 against a typical $376,884), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($135 against a typical $208), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,808 ft² against a typical 1,753 ft²) and its lot is bigger than almost all of them (3 ac against a typical 0.21 ac). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 89% 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 15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15434 S James St, Plainfield, IL was $7,016. The county assessed it at $99,768.

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