Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$307,900$218 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $325,000 on Oct 12, 2026

2829 FOREST LN

WAUKEGAN, IL 60087
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,415 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$308K
$281K low$335K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Oct 12, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,521 (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.$83,252 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,030
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$72,222
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$77,516
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$249,781

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.95 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Ranch
CountyLAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
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.Composition Shingle
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 504 ft²Patio · 225 ft²

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.

E
H. R. McCall Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Jack Benny Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Waukegan High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Waukegan Community Unit School District 60

Neighborhood · ZIP 60087These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.29,274
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,686 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,609
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,318
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

2829 Forest Ln 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 82% of homes in Waukegan 60087
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Waukegan 60087
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Waukegan 60087
  • Older than 73% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Waukegan 60087

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

This home
$84K$415K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Waukegan 60087.

How it measures up in Waukegan 60087

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waukegan 60087.

Estimated value$307,900
CheaperTypical $250,083Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$218
CheaperTypical $209Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,415 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,154 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 2829 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaukegan 60087Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$307,90082% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21859% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,415 ft²72% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac77% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than196150% of homes27% of homes

About 2829 Forest Ln

How much is 2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL is $307,900 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $280,899 to $334,901. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL last sell?

2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL last sold on Oct 12, 2026 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL?

2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,415 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL built?

2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL?

2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL is assigned to H. R. McCall Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Jack Benny Middle School (middle), rated D-; Waukegan High School (high), rated F. All sit in Waukegan Community Unit School District 60. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL compare to other homes in Waukegan 60087?

Among the 7,419 homes in Waukegan 60087, it is worth more than 82% of them ($307,900 against a typical $250,083), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($218 against a typical $209), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,415 ft² against a typical 1,154 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1961 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 33% 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 2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2829 Forest Ln, Waukegan, IL was $5,521. The county assessed it at $83,252.

More homes on Forest Ln

Closest homes

More homes in Waukegan 60087

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 2829 Forest Ln on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map