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$439,730$225 / 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 $259,000 on Oct 11, 2019

231 RICHARDS CT

WINTHROP HARBOR, IL 60096
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,953 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$440K
$419K low$461K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$259,000 · Oct 11, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,464 (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.$121,132 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,463
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,669
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$105,622
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$363,433

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.Ranch
CountyLake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
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.Fiberglass
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.Deck · 344 ft²Patio · 344 ft²Porch · 114 ft²

Transaction History(9)

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.

M
North Prairie Jr High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Westfield SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.2 mi
H
Zion-Benton East High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Zion-Benton Township High School District 126

Neighborhood · ZIP 60096These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,836
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,180 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,084
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,427
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

231 Richards 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 Winthrop Harbor 60096
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Winthrop Harbor 60096
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Winthrop Harbor 60096
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Lake County
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Winthrop Harbor 60096

What homes are worth in Winthrop Harbor 60096

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

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$162K$491K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Winthrop Harbor 60096.

How it measures up in Winthrop Harbor 60096

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Winthrop Harbor 60096.

Estimated value$439,730
CheaperTypical $293,973Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,953 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 231 Richards Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWinthrop Harbor 60096Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$439,73095% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22569% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,953 ft²79% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac52% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than200698% of homes95% of homes

About 231 Richards Ct

How much is 231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL is $439,730 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $418,608 to $460,852. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL last sell?

231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL last sold on Oct 11, 2019 for $259,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL?

231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,953 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL built?

231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL?

231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL is assigned to North Prairie Jr High School (middle), rated A-; Westfield School (elementary), rated C+; Zion-Benton East High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Zion-Benton Township High School District 126. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL compare to other homes in Winthrop Harbor 60096?

Among the 2,492 homes in Winthrop Harbor 60096, it is worth more than 95% of them ($439,730 against a typical $293,973), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($225 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,953 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2006 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 55% 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 231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 231 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL was $10,464. The county assessed it at $121,132.

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