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$292,802$232 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $228,900 on Nov 22, 2022

21638 W EMPRESS LN

PLAINFIELD, IL 60544
2
Baths
1,260 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.
2,332 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
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

$293K
$273K low$313K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$228,900 · Nov 22, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,859 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$86,958 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,421
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$68,537
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$80,183
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$260,874

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.44
22
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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.
77
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.3 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
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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(2)

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
Lakewood Falls Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Plainfield East High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Indian Trail Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Plainfield School District 202

Neighborhood · ZIP 60544These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,013
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,220 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$109,825
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,961
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

21638 W Empress Ln 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 83% of homes in Plainfield 60544
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Carillon
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Carillon
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Will County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Carillon

What homes are worth in Plainfield 60544

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

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$232K$701K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Plainfield 60544.

How it measures up in Plainfield 60544

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plainfield 60544.

Estimated value$292,802
CheaperTypical $375,520Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,260 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,758 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size2,332 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1997Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 21638 W Empress Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarillonPlainfield 60544Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$292,80224% of homes17% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23284% of homes77% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,260 ft²11% of homes12% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,332 ft²10% of homes4% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than199981% of homes69% of homes66% of homes

About 21638 W Empress Ln

How much is 21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL is $292,802 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $272,525 to $313,078. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL last sell?

21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL last sold on Nov 22, 2022 for $228,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL?

21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL has 2 bathrooms, 1,260 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL built?

21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL?

21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL is assigned to Lakewood Falls Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Plainfield East High School (high), rated B-; Indian Trail Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Plainfield School District 202. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL compare to other homes in Plainfield 60544?

Among the 9,958 homes in Plainfield 60544, it is worth more than 17% of them ($292,802 against a typical $375,520), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($232 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,260 ft² against a typical 1,758 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (2,332 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1999 against a typical 1997). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 28% 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 21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21638 W Empress Ln, Plainfield, IL was $4,859. The county assessed it at $86,958.

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