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$310,624$418 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $127,000 on Oct 15, 1999

255 HIGH ST

HIGHWOOD, IL 60040
1
Baths
744 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$311K
$282K low$339K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,000 · Oct 15, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,640 (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.$87,046 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,233
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,813
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$78,462
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$261,164

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.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 · 168 ft²

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
Wayne Thomas Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Highland Park High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Northwood Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: North Shore School District 112

Neighborhood · ZIP 60040These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,020
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,090 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,209
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,020
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

255 High 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 89% of homes in Highwood 60040
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Lake County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Highwood 60040

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

This home
$182K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Highwood 60040.

How it measures up in Highwood 60040

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highwood 60040.

Estimated value$310,624
CheaperTypical $550,053Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$418
CheaperTypical $336Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area744 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 255 High St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighwood 60040Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$310,62411% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41890% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than744 ft²5% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac40% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than195056% of homes15% of homes

About 255 High St

How much is 255 High St, Highwood, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 High St, Highwood, IL is $310,624 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $282,167 to $339,081. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 High St, Highwood, IL last sell?

255 High St, Highwood, IL last sold on Oct 15, 1999 for $127,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 High St, Highwood, IL?

255 High St, Highwood, IL has 1 bathrooms, 744 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 255 High St, Highwood, IL built?

255 High St, Highwood, IL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 255 High St, Highwood, IL?

255 High St, Highwood, IL is assigned to Wayne Thomas Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Highland Park High School (high), rated A; Northwood Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in North Shore School District 112. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 High St, Highwood, IL compare to other homes in Highwood 60040?

Among the 1,076 homes in Highwood 60040, it is worth more than 11% of them ($310,624 against a typical $550,053), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($418 against a typical $336), it is bigger than 5% of them (744 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1950 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 33% 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 255 High St, Highwood, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 255 High St, Highwood, IL was $6,640. The county assessed it at $87,046.

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