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$280,000
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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $263,000 on May 1, 2026

271 FOSSIL BAY CT

WILMINGTON, IL 60481
3
Beds
2
Baths
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$280K
$270K low$290K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$263,000 · May 1, 2026
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.$280,000
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$224,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,830 (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.$103,682 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,029
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$85,653
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,864
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$311,046

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.38
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Raised Ranch
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(6)

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.

H
Reed-Custer High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Reed-Custer Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Reed-Custer Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Reed Custer Community Unit School District 255u

Neighborhood · ZIP 60481These 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.158
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,670
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.88 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,381
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,963
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

271 Fossil Bay Ct 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 75% of homes in Will County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Wilmington 60481
  • Newer than 75% of homes in Wilmington 60481

What homes are worth in Wilmington 60481

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

This home
$70K$613K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Wilmington 60481.

How it measures up in Wilmington 60481

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilmington 60481.

Estimated value$280,000
CheaperTypical $261,569Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 271 Fossil Bay Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilmington 60481Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$280,00056% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac21% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than200075% of homes70% of homes

About 271 Fossil Bay Ct

How much is 271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL is $280,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $269,926 to $290,074. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL last sell?

271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL last sold on May 1, 2026 for $263,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL?

271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL built?

271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL?

271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL is assigned to Reed-Custer High School (high), rated B; Reed-Custer Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Reed-Custer Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Reed Custer Community Unit School District 255u. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL compare to other homes in Wilmington 60481?

Among the 4,375 homes in Wilmington 60481, it is worth more than 56% of them ($280,000 against a typical $261,569), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (2000 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 25% 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 271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 271 Fossil Bay Ct, Wilmington, IL was $6,830. The county assessed it at $103,682.

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