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$487,686$219 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $285,500 on Mar 14, 2001

20 CHESTNUT CT

ELGIN, IL 60120
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,226 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
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

$488K
$455K low$521K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,500 · Mar 14, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,545 (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.$44,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,984
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,016
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$440,000

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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
CountyCOOK
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.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
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(3)

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
Hilltop Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Elgin High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Ellis Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.6 mi

District: School District U-46

Neighborhood · ZIP 60120These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,556
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,612
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%

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How this home compares

20 Chestnut Ct 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 95% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Elgin 60120

What homes are worth in Elgin 60120

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

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$162K$575K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Elgin 60120.

How it measures up in Elgin 60120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 60120.

Estimated value$487,686
CheaperTypical $284,330Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$219
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area2,226 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,415 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 20 Chestnut Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 60120Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$487,68695% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21963% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than2,226 ft²88% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac80% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than200093% of homes89% of homes

About 20 Chestnut Ct

How much is 20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL is $487,686 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $454,597 to $520,775. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL last sell?

20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL last sold on Mar 14, 2001 for $285,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL?

20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,226 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL built?

20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL?

20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL is assigned to Hilltop Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Elgin High School (high), rated D; Ellis Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in School District U-46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL compare to other homes in Elgin 60120?

Among the 13,140 homes in Elgin 60120, it is worth more than 95% of them ($487,686 against a typical $284,330), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($219 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,226 ft² against a typical 1,415 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2000 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 75% 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 20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 20 Chestnut Ct, Elgin, IL was $8,545. The county assessed it at $44,000.

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