Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $310,000 on May 17, 2021
29 LAKE ST
ELGIN, IL 60123
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,054 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.
2.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$310,000 · May 17, 2021
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,016 (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.$30,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,976
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,024
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$300,000
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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
27
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.Bungalow
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1924
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(2)
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.
MEH
Eastview Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
Bartlett Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.3 mi
South Elgin High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.4 mi
District: School District U-46
Neighborhood · ZIP 60123These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.47,601
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,451 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,944
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,813
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%
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How this home compares
29 Lake 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.
- Smaller than 86% of homes in Elgin 60123
- Among the largest lots in Elgin 60123
- Older than 84% of homes in Elgin 60123
How it measures up in Elgin 60123
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 60123.
Living area1,054 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,492 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 14% of homes nearby
Lot size2.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger
Bigger than almost all homes nearby
Year built1923
OlderTypical 1970Newer
Newer than 16% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Elgin 60123 | Cook County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,054 ft² | 14% of homes | 18% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 2.18 ac | almost all homes | 92% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1923 | 16% of homes | 20% of homes |
About 29 Lake St
When did 29 Lake St, Elgin, IL last sell?
29 Lake St, Elgin, IL last sold on May 17, 2021 for $310,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 29 Lake St, Elgin, IL?
29 Lake St, Elgin, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,054 square feet of living space.
When was 29 Lake St, Elgin, IL built?
29 Lake St, Elgin, IL was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 29 Lake St, Elgin, IL?
29 Lake St, Elgin, IL is assigned to Eastview Middle School (middle), rated B+; Bartlett Elementary School (elementary), rated B; South Elgin High School (high), rated C+. All sit in School District U-46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 29 Lake St, Elgin, IL compare to other homes in Elgin 60123?
Among the 12,912 homes in Elgin 60123, it is bigger than 14% of them (1,054 ft² against a typical 1,492 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (2.18 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1923 against a typical 1970). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 29 Lake St, Elgin, IL?
The 2023 property tax bill for 29 Lake St, Elgin, IL was $6,016. The county assessed it at $30,000.
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