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$1,224,079
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 81How 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 $832,500 on Jul 25, 2008

255 SUNSET DR

NORTHFIELD, IL 60093
0
Baths
1,950 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$1.2M
$995K low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$832,500 · Jul 25, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$421 (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.$2,340 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,340
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$23,400

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.52
81
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
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.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Vacant Land
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.45
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Sunset Ridge SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Middlefork SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.9 mi
H
New Trier Township High School - WinnetkaA+
High · Grades 10–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Sunset Ridge School District 29

Neighborhood · ZIP 60093These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.3%
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.19,121
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,952 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$236,385
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$357,267
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 Sunset 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 97% of homes in Cook County
  • Among the smallest lots in Winnetka 60093

What homes are worth in Winnetka 60093

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

This home
$325K$5.9M

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Winnetka 60093.

How it measures up in Winnetka 60093

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Winnetka 60093.

Estimated value$1,224,079
CheaperTypical $1,667,099Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size1,950 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

How 255 Sunset Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWinnetka 60093Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,224,07934% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,950 ft²almost no homes2% of homes

About 255 Sunset Dr

How much is 255 Sunset Dr, Northfield, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Sunset Dr, Northfield, IL is $1,224,079 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $994,542 to $1,453,616. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Sunset Dr, Northfield, IL last sell?

255 Sunset Dr, Northfield, IL last sold on Jul 25, 2008 for $832,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 255 Sunset Dr, Northfield, IL?

255 Sunset Dr, Northfield, IL is assigned to Sunset Ridge School (middle), rated A+; Middlefork School (elementary), rated A+; New Trier Township High School - Winnetka (high), rated A+. All sit in Sunset Ridge School District 29. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 Sunset Dr, Northfield, IL compare to other homes in Winnetka 60093?

Among the 6,975 homes in Winnetka 60093, it is worth more than 34% of them ($1,224,079 against a typical $1,667,099) and its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,950 ft² against a typical 0.3 ac). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 97% 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 Sunset Dr, Northfield, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 255 Sunset Dr, Northfield, IL was $421. The county assessed it at $2,340.

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