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$376,041$231 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $205,000 on Jun 24, 2016

243 RICHARDS CT

WINTHROP HARBOR, IL 60096
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,631 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
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

$376K
$360K low$392K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$205,000 · Jun 24, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,814 (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.$103,480 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$93,860
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$90,230
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$310,471

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.0.34
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.Porch · 30 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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 · 0.5 mi
E
Westfield SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.1 mi
H
Zion-Benton East High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 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

243 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 78% of homes in Winthrop Harbor 60096
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Winthrop Harbor 60096
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Winthrop Harbor 60096
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Lake County
  • Among the newest 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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$159K$480K

This home is worth more than 78% 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$376,041
CheaperTypical $293,973Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$231
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,631 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 243 Richards Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWinthrop Harbor 60096Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$376,04178% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23175% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,631 ft²66% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac54% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than2007almost all homes96% of homes

About 243 Richards Ct

How much is 243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL is $376,041 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $359,992 to $392,090. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL last sell?

243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL last sold on Jun 24, 2016 for $205,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL?

243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,631 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL built?

243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL?

243 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 243 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 78% of them ($376,041 against a typical $293,973), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($231 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,631 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2007 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 45% 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 243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 243 Richards Ct, Winthrop Harbor, IL was $8,814. The county assessed it at $103,480.

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