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$412,795$178 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $350,000 on Jul 31, 2023

256 BENNETT DR

CAROL STREAM, IL 60188
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,315 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.
1,307 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$413K
$377K low$448K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Jul 31, 2023
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$115,295
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$92,236
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.73%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$297,500
GUARANTEED RATE AFFINITY LLC · 6.25% · recorded Jul 31, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,448 (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.$122,602 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,448
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$94,154
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,160
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$367,806

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.Townhouse
CountyDUPAGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Mixed (Not Specified)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Window A/C
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
Carol Stream Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Jay Stream Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Glenbard North High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Glenbard Township High School District 87

Neighborhood · ZIP 60188These 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.81
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 100.48

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
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.41,975
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,139 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,521
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,788
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

256 Bennett 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in DuPage County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Carol Stream 60188
  • Among the smallest lots in Carol Stream 60188
  • Among the newest homes in Carol Stream 60188

What homes are worth in Carol Stream 60188

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

This home
$176K$729K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Carol Stream 60188.

How it measures up in Carol Stream 60188

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carol Stream 60188.

Estimated value$412,795
CheaperTypical $399,671Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,315 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,768 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size1,307 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 256 Bennett Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarol Stream 60188DuPage County
Estimated valuepricier than$412,79556% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17813% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than2,315 ft²77% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,307 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than2011almost all homes96% of homes

About 256 Bennett Dr

How much is 256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL is $412,795 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $377,182 to $448,408. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL last sell?

256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL last sold on Jul 31, 2023 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL?

256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,315 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL built?

256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL?

256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL is assigned to Carol Stream Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Jay Stream Middle School (middle), rated C; Glenbard North High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Glenbard Township High School District 87. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL compare to other homes in Carol Stream 60188?

Among the 11,585 homes in Carol Stream 60188, it is worth more than 56% of them ($412,795 against a typical $399,671), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($178 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,315 ft² against a typical 1,768 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1,307 ft² against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2011 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of DuPage County, it is worth more than 42% 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 256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Bennett Dr, Carol Stream, IL was $9,448. The county assessed it at $122,602.

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