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$175,425$121 / 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 94How 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

18242 WALTER ST

LANSING, IL 60438
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,448 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$175K
$164K low$187K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,337 (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.$17,001 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,043
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$12,958
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$17,001
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,010

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.0.17
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
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(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
Lester Crawl Primary Center
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.2 mi
H
Thornton Fractnl So High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Memorial Jr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 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

18242 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 86% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 75% 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.

This home
$68K$378K

This home is worth more than 43% 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$175,425
CheaperTypical $188,627Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$121
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,448 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,222 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 18242 Walter St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLansing 60438Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$175,42543% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12116% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,448 ft²75% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac48% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than196354% of homes57% of homes

About 18242 Walter St

How much is 18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL is $175,425 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $164,199 to $186,651. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL last sell?

18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL last sold on Oct 25, 1993, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL?

18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,448 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL built?

18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL?

18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL is assigned to Lester Crawl Primary Center (elementary); Thornton Fractnl So High School (high), rated B+; Memorial Jr High School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Lansing School District 158. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL compare to other homes in Lansing 60438?

Among the 10,586 homes in Lansing 60438, it is worth more than 43% of them ($175,425 against a typical $188,627), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($121 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,448 ft² against a typical 1,222 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1963 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 14% 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 18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 18242 Walter St, Lansing, IL was $5,337. The county assessed it at $17,001.

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