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$396,015$314 / 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 94How 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

277 5TH ST

WHEELING, IL 60090
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,261 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
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

$396K
$372K low$420K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,910 (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.$26,824 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,924
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,240

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Old Style
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(3)

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
Jack London Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
E
Eugene Field Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Wheeling High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21

Neighborhood · ZIP 60090These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
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.37,199
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,783 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,947
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,717
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

277 5th 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 more than 77% of homes in Wheeling 60090
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Wheeling 60090
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Among the oldest homes in Wheeling 60090

What homes are worth in Wheeling 60090

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

This home
$147K$608K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Wheeling 60090.

How it measures up in Wheeling 60090

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wheeling 60090.

Estimated value$396,015
CheaperTypical $321,382Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$314
CheaperTypical $247Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,261 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,356 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 277 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWheeling 60090Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$396,01577% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31486% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,261 ft²42% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac49% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than1941almost no homes30% of homes

About 277 5th St

How much is 277 5th St, Wheeling, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 277 5th St, Wheeling, IL is $396,015 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $372,180 to $419,850. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 277 5th St, Wheeling, IL last sell?

277 5th St, Wheeling, IL last sold on Sep 10, 2013, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 277 5th St, Wheeling, IL?

277 5th St, Wheeling, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,261 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 277 5th St, Wheeling, IL built?

277 5th St, Wheeling, IL was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a old style home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 277 5th St, Wheeling, IL?

277 5th St, Wheeling, IL is assigned to Jack London Middle School (middle), rated B-; Eugene Field Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Wheeling High School (high), rated B. All sit in Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 277 5th St, Wheeling, IL compare to other homes in Wheeling 60090?

Among the 11,583 homes in Wheeling 60090, it is worth more than 77% of them ($396,015 against a typical $321,382), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($314 against a typical $247), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,261 ft² against a typical 1,356 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1941 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 63% 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 277 5th St, Wheeling, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 277 5th St, Wheeling, IL was $8,910. The county assessed it at $26,824.

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