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$505,425$351 / 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 95How 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 $197,500 on Jul 6, 1998

208 WATERMAN AVE

PROSPECT HEIGHTS, IL 60070
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,438 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$505K
$482K low$529K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$197,500 · Jul 6, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,222 (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.$15,990
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,000
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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
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
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.1957
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
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.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(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.

H
John Hersey High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.7 mi
M
Macarthur Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Township High School District 214

Neighborhood · ZIP 60070These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.95%
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.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,965
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,656 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,472
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,778
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

208 Waterman 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.

  • Worth more than 78% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Prospect Heights 60070
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Prospect Heights 60070
  • Older than 84% of homes in Prospect Heights 60070

What homes are worth in Prospect Heights 60070

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

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$147K$919K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Prospect Heights 60070.

How it measures up in Prospect Heights 60070

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Prospect Heights 60070.

Estimated value$505,425
CheaperTypical $367,196Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$351
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area1,438 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 208 Waterman Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeProspect Heights 60070Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$505,42574% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35197% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,438 ft²44% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac9% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than195616% of homes46% of homes

About 208 Waterman Ave

How much is 208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL is $505,425 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $481,814 to $529,036. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL last sell?

208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL last sold on Jul 6, 1998 for $197,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL?

208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,438 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL built?

208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL?

208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL is assigned to John Hersey High School (high), rated A+; Dwight D Eisenhower Elementary School (elementary); Macarthur Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Township High School District 214. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL compare to other homes in Prospect Heights 60070?

Among the 5,472 homes in Prospect Heights 60070, it is worth more than 74% of them ($505,425 against a typical $367,196), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($351 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,438 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1956 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 78% 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 208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 208 Waterman Ave, Prospect Heights, IL was $9,222. The county assessed it at $44,000.

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