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$152,193$264 / 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 92How 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 $145,000 on Jun 8, 2022

157 WAVELAND AVE

GURNEE, IL 60031
1
Beds
1
Baths
576 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$152K
$140K low$165K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · Jun 8, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,705 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$39,348 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,755
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,593
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,531
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,056

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.11 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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyLake
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1943
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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(3)

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

M
Viking SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
River Trail SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Warren Township High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Gurnee School District 56

Neighborhood · ZIP 60031These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,896
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,916 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,233
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,920
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

157 Waveland 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Gurnee 60031
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Gurnee 60031
  • Among the smallest homes in Gurnee 60031
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Gurnee 60031
  • Among the oldest homes in Gurnee 60031

What homes are worth in Gurnee 60031

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

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$180K$714K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Gurnee 60031.

How it measures up in Gurnee 60031

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gurnee 60031.

Estimated value$152,193
CheaperTypical $388,950Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$264
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area576 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,785 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 157 Waveland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGurnee 60031Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$152,193almost no homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26492% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than576 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac17% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than1925almost no homes5% of homes

About 157 Waveland Ave

How much is 157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL is $152,193 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $139,519 to $164,867. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL last sell?

157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL last sold on Jun 8, 2022 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL?

157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 576 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL built?

157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL?

157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL is assigned to Viking School (middle), rated D; River Trail School (elementary), rated D+; Warren Township High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Gurnee School District 56. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL compare to other homes in Gurnee 60031?

Among the 12,269 homes in Gurnee 60031, it is worth more than almost none of them ($152,193 against a typical $388,950), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($264 against a typical $206), it is bigger than almost none of them (576 ft² against a typical 1,785 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1925 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 3% 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 157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 157 Waveland Ave, Gurnee, IL was $3,705. The county assessed it at $39,348.

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