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$571,084$238 / 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

235 FORESTVIEW DR

ELGIN, IL 60120
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,400 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.
1.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$571K
$549K low$593K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,156 (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.$38,329 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,004
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,325
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,328
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$383,290

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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.Split Level
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.45
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.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

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.

E
Hilltop Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Elgin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Ellis Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.7 mi

District: School District U-46

Neighborhood · ZIP 60120These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,556
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,612
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

235 Forestview 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 98% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Elgin 60120

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

This home
$170K$581K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Elgin 60120.

How it measures up in Elgin 60120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 60120.

Estimated value$571,084
CheaperTypical $302,130Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$238
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area2,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size1.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 235 Forestview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 60120Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$571,08498% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23868% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than2,400 ft²91% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.45 ac88% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than198973% of homes83% of homes

About 235 Forestview Dr

How much is 235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL is $571,084 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $549,228 to $592,940. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL?

235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,400 square feet of living space and a 1.45-acre lot.

When was 235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL built?

235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL?

235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL is assigned to Hilltop Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Elgin High School (high), rated D-; Ellis Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in School District U-46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL compare to other homes in Elgin 60120?

Among the 13,136 homes in Elgin 60120, it is worth more than 98% of them ($571,084 against a typical $302,130), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($238 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,400 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (1.45 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1989 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 82% 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 235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 235 Forestview Dr, Elgin, IL was $9,156. The county assessed it at $38,329.

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