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$123,507$77 / 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 78How 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 $106,000 on Dec 6, 2013

284 JAMES ST

BURLINGTON, IL 60109
3
Beds
0
Baths
1,600 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$124K
$97K low$150K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$106,000 · Dec 6, 2013
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.153%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$191,290
ROCKET MORTGAGE LLC · E · 6.62% · recorded Jul 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,232 (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.$16,026 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,303
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$723
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$15,059
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$48,097

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.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.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyKANE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Central High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
E
Howard B. Thomas Grade SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.0 mi
M
Prairie Knolls Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 9.0 mi

District: Central Community Unit School District 301

Neighborhood · ZIP 60109These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.6
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.183 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,500
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

284 James 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Burlington 60109
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Burlington 60109
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Burlington 60109

What homes are worth in Burlington 60109

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

This home
$190K$649K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Burlington 60109.

How it measures up in Burlington 60109

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burlington 60109.

Estimated value$123,507
CheaperTypical $313,654Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$77
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

How 284 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurlington 60109Kane County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,507almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$77almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,600 ft²48% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac18% of homes36% of homes

About 284 James St

How much is 284 James St, Burlington, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 284 James St, Burlington, IL is $123,507 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $96,631 to $150,383. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 284 James St, Burlington, IL last sell?

284 James St, Burlington, IL last sold on Dec 6, 2013 for $106,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 284 James St, Burlington, IL?

284 James St, Burlington, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1,600 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

What schools serve 284 James St, Burlington, IL?

284 James St, Burlington, IL is assigned to Central High School (high), rated B; Howard B. Thomas Grade School (elementary), rated A+; Prairie Knolls Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Central Community Unit School District 301. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 284 James St, Burlington, IL compare to other homes in Burlington 60109?

Among the 212 homes in Burlington 60109, it is worth more than almost none of them ($123,507 against a typical $313,654), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($77 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,600 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.37 ac). Measured against all of Kane County, it is worth more than almost no 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 284 James St, Burlington, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 284 James St, Burlington, IL was $1,232. The county assessed it at $16,026.

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