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$705,427$317 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $507,000 on Feb 3, 2022

228 RIVERS DR

LAKE BLUFF, IL 60044
3 / 1
Baths
2,222 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1969
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$705K
$680K low$731K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$507,000 · Feb 3, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,989 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$156,287 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,927
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$103,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,070
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$468,908

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyLake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 792 ft²Porch · 276 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(5)

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

E
Lake Bluff Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Lake Bluff Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Lake Forest High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Lake Bluff Elementary School District 65

Neighborhood · ZIP 60044These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,941
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,122 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$141,237
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$186,752
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

228 Rivers Dr 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 80% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Lake County
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Lake Bluff 60044
  • Older than 66% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Lake Bluff 60044

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

This home
$225K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Lake Bluff 60044.

How it measures up in Lake Bluff 60044

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Bluff 60044.

Estimated value$705,427
CheaperTypical $733,525Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$317
CheaperTypical $345Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area2,222 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,093 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1969
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 228 Rivers Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Bluff 60044Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$705,42747% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31741% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than2,222 ft²55% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac77% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than196944% of homes34% of homes

About 228 Rivers Dr

How much is 228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL is $705,427 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $679,874 to $730,980. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL last sell?

228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL last sold on Feb 3, 2022 for $507,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL?

228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL has 3 bathrooms, 2,222 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL built?

228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL was built in 1969, making it 57 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL?

228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL is assigned to Lake Bluff Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Lake Bluff Middle School (middle), rated A; Lake Forest High School (high), rated A. All sit in Lake Bluff Elementary School District 65. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL compare to other homes in Lake Bluff 60044?

Among the 3,401 homes in Lake Bluff 60044, it is worth more than 47% of them ($705,427 against a typical $733,525), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($317 against a typical $345), it is bigger than 55% of them (2,222 ft² against a typical 2,093 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1969 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 80% 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 228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 228 Rivers Dr, Lake Bluff, IL was $8,989. The county assessed it at $156,287.

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