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$401,018$216 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $198,000 on May 23, 2000

243 S WATER ST

BATAVIA, IL 60510
5
Beds
0
Baths
1,856 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$401K
$383K low$419K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,000 · May 23, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,103 (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.$122,549 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,340
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$82,209
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,658
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$367,794

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
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.
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyKANE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 510 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Alice Gustafson Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Batavia Sr High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Sam Rotolo Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Batavia Unit School District 101

Neighborhood · ZIP 60510These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
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.31,406
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,587 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$120,897
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,615
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

243 S Water 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 66% of homes in Batavia 60510
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Batavia 60510
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Kane County
  • Among the oldest homes in Kane County

What homes are worth in Batavia 60510

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

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$251K$970K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Batavia 60510.

How it measures up in Batavia 60510

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Batavia 60510.

Estimated value$401,018
CheaperTypical $467,613Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$216
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,856 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,997 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 243 S Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBatavia 60510Kane County
Estimated valuepricier than$401,01834% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21629% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,856 ft²44% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac70% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than18854% of homesalmost no homes

About 243 S Water St

How much is 243 S Water St, Batavia, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 S Water St, Batavia, IL is $401,018 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $382,617 to $419,419. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 S Water St, Batavia, IL last sell?

243 S Water St, Batavia, IL last sold on May 23, 2000 for $198,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 243 S Water St, Batavia, IL?

243 S Water St, Batavia, IL has 5 bedrooms, 1,856 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 243 S Water St, Batavia, IL built?

243 S Water St, Batavia, IL was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 243 S Water St, Batavia, IL?

243 S Water St, Batavia, IL is assigned to Alice Gustafson Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Batavia Sr High School (high), rated A-; Sam Rotolo Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Batavia Unit School District 101. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 243 S Water St, Batavia, IL compare to other homes in Batavia 60510?

Among the 9,559 homes in Batavia 60510, it is worth more than 34% of them ($401,018 against a typical $467,613), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($216 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,856 ft² against a typical 1,997 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1885 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Kane County, it is worth more than 54% 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 S Water St, Batavia, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 243 S Water St, Batavia, IL was $9,103. The county assessed it at $122,549.

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