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$619,755$235 / 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 86How 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 $25,000 on Jul 9, 2012

281 FRANCES DR

GRAYSLAKE, IL 60030
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,640 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$620K
$530K low$709K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,000 · Jul 9, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,185 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$151,258 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,752
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$137,506
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,007
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$453,819

Climate Risk

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.30%
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.Custom Design
CountyLAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(4)

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
Grayslake North High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Avon Center SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.8 mi
M
Grayslake Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Grayslake Consolidated Community School District 46

Neighborhood · ZIP 60030These 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.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
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.41,684
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,568 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,167
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,229
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

281 Frances 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 95% of homes in Grayslake 60030
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Grayslake 60030
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Grayslake 60030
  • Among the newest homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Grayslake 60030

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

This home
$174K$716K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Grayslake 60030.

How it measures up in Grayslake 60030

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grayslake 60030.

Estimated value$619,755
CheaperTypical $378,088Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area2,640 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,674 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 281 Frances Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrayslake 60030Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$619,75595% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23561% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,640 ft²90% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac94% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than201598% of homesalmost all homes

About 281 Frances Dr

How much is 281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL is $619,755 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $530,472 to $709,038. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL last sell?

281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL last sold on Jul 9, 2012 for $25,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL?

281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,640 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL built?

281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL?

281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL is assigned to Grayslake North High School (high), rated B-; Avon Center School (elementary), rated C+; Grayslake Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Grayslake Consolidated Community School District 46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL compare to other homes in Grayslake 60030?

Among the 13,547 homes in Grayslake 60030, it is worth more than 95% of them ($619,755 against a typical $378,088), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($235 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 90% of them (2,640 ft² against a typical 1,674 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2015 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 75% 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 281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 281 Frances Dr, Grayslake, IL was $15,185. The county assessed it at $151,258.

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