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$475,688
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Last sold for $306,500 on Nov 2, 2005

242 CAROLINA ST

BOLINGBROOK, IL 60490
2
Baths
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$476K
$461K low$490K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$306,500 · Nov 2, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,536 (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.$148,674 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,352
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,322
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,407
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$446,022

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.41
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.20
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
Pioneer Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Bolingbrook High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
Brooks Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi

District: Valley View Community Unit School District 365u

Neighborhood · ZIP 60490These 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.23
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
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.20,943
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$140,174
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$174,043
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

242 Carolina 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 more than 72% of homes in Will County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Bolingbrook 60490
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Will County

What homes are worth in Bolingbrook 60490

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

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$333K$950K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Bolingbrook 60490.

How it measures up in Bolingbrook 60490

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bolingbrook 60490.

Estimated value$475,688
CheaperTypical $498,797Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 242 Carolina St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBolingbrook 60490Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$475,68840% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac27% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than200580% of homes91% of homes

About 242 Carolina St

How much is 242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL is $475,688 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $460,931 to $490,445. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL last sell?

242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL last sold on Nov 2, 2005 for $306,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL?

242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL has 2 bathrooms and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL built?

242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL?

242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL is assigned to Pioneer Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Bolingbrook High School (high), rated C; Brooks Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Valley View Community Unit School District 365u. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL compare to other homes in Bolingbrook 60490?

Among the 6,945 homes in Bolingbrook 60490, it is worth more than 40% of them ($475,688 against a typical $498,797), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2005 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 72% 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 242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Carolina St, Bolingbrook, IL was $14,536. The county assessed it at $148,674.

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