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$486,236$210 / 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 $302,400 on Feb 14, 2018

26344 S ROOT DR

CRETE, IL 60417
0
Baths
2,310 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$486K
$469K low$504K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$302,400 · Feb 14, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,645 (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.$154,153 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$128,053
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$146,116
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$462,459

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
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.
40
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.Single Family Residence
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.

E
Balmoral Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Crete-Monee High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi
M
Crete-Monee Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.4 mi

District: Crete-Monee Community Unit School District 201-U

Neighborhood · ZIP 60417These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,706
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.437 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,561
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,875
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

26344 S Root 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 Crete 60417
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Crete 60417
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Will County
  • Among the largest lots in Will County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Will County

What homes are worth in Crete 60417

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

This home
$116K$527K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Crete 60417.

How it measures up in Crete 60417

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Crete 60417.

Estimated value$486,236
CheaperTypical $287,194Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area2,310 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,073 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 26344 S Root Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrete 60417Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$486,23697% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21096% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,310 ft²62% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than196834% of homes21% of homes

About 26344 S Root Dr

How much is 26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL is $486,236 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $468,781 to $503,691. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL last sell?

26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL last sold on Feb 14, 2018 for $302,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL?

26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL has 2,310 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL built?

26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL?

26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL is assigned to Balmoral Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Crete-Monee High School (high), rated A; Crete-Monee Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Crete-Monee Community Unit School District 201-U. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL compare to other homes in Crete 60417?

Among the 5,572 homes in Crete 60417, it is worth more than 97% of them ($486,236 against a typical $287,194), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($210 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 62% of them (2,310 ft² against a typical 2,073 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (5 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1968 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 73% 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 26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26344 S Root Dr, Crete, IL was $13,645. The county assessed it at $154,153.

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