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$183,497$106 / 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 93How 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 $132,000 on May 16, 2019

17849 WALTER ST

LANSING, IL 60438
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,738 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.
2,480 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$183K
$171K low$196K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$132,000 · May 16, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,258 (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.$3,263 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,054
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,209
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,263
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$32,630

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Bungalow
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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.Tile
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, Detached
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.

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

E
Coolidge Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Memorial Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Thornton Fractnl So High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Lansing School District 158

Neighborhood · ZIP 60438These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.29,449
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,312 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,865
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,372
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

17849 Walter 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 less than 85% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Lansing 60438
  • Among the smallest lots in Lansing 60438
  • Older than 80% of homes in Lansing 60438

What homes are worth in Lansing 60438

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

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$69K$373K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Lansing 60438.

How it measures up in Lansing 60438

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lansing 60438.

Estimated value$183,497
CheaperTypical $187,663Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$106
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,738 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,218 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size2,480 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 17849 Walter St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLansing 60438Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$183,49748% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1067% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,738 ft²86% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,480 ft²almost no homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than194920% of homes34% of homes

About 17849 Walter St

How much is 17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL is $183,497 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $171,292 to $195,702. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL last sell?

17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL last sold on May 16, 2019 for $132,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL?

17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,738 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL built?

17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL?

17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL is assigned to Coolidge Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Memorial Jr High School (middle), rated C-; Thornton Fractnl So High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Lansing School District 158. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL compare to other homes in Lansing 60438?

Among the 10,590 homes in Lansing 60438, it is worth more than 48% of them ($183,497 against a typical $187,663), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($106 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 86% of them (1,738 ft² against a typical 1,218 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,480 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1949 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 15% 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 17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 17849 Walter St, Lansing, IL was $1,258. The county assessed it at $3,263.

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