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$215,470$196 / 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 92How 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 $201,000 on Feb 11, 2025

228 S MAIN ST

MONTGOMERY, IL 60538
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,099 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$215K
$199K low$232K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$201,000 · Feb 11, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,725 (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.$71,202 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,378
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$59,824
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,090
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,691

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyKANE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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(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.

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

E
Nicholson Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Washington Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
West Aurora High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Aurora West Unit School District 129

Neighborhood · ZIP 60538These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.29,644
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,993 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,697
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,549
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

228 S Main 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 98% of homes in Montgomery 60538
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Kane County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Kane County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Montgomery 60538

What homes are worth in Montgomery 60538

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

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$217K$489K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Montgomery 60538.

How it measures up in Montgomery 60538

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montgomery 60538.

Estimated value$215,470
CheaperTypical $318,914Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $199Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,099 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 228 S Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontgomery 60538Kane County
Estimated valuepricier than$215,4702% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19647% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,099 ft²17% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac44% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than19302% of homes15% of homes

About 228 S Main St

How much is 228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL is $215,470 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $198,500 to $232,440. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL last sell?

228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL last sold on Feb 11, 2025 for $201,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL?

228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,099 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL built?

228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL?

228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL is assigned to Nicholson Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Washington Middle School (middle), rated B-; West Aurora High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Aurora West Unit School District 129. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL compare to other homes in Montgomery 60538?

Among the 9,148 homes in Montgomery 60538, it is worth more than 2% of them ($215,470 against a typical $318,914), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($196 against a typical $199), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,099 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1930 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Kane County, it is worth more than 7% 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 S Main St, Montgomery, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 228 S Main St, Montgomery, IL was $4,725. The county assessed it at $71,202.

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