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$563,151
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 93How 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 $285,000 on Apr 29, 2015

296 CONGRESS DR

NEW LENOX, IL 60451
0
Baths
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$563K
$525K low$602K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Apr 29, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,073 (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.$148,526 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,662
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,864
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$138,939
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$445,578

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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.

E
Arnold J. Tyler Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 0.9 mi
M
Alex M. Martino Junior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Lincoln-Way Central High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Lincoln Way Community High School District 210

Neighborhood · ZIP 60451These 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.51
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 100.50

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.5%
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.36,355
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,349 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,074
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,233
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

296 Congress 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 82% of homes in Will County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Will County

What homes are worth in New Lenox 60451

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

This home
$224K$780K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in New Lenox 60451.

How it measures up in New Lenox 60451

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Lenox 60451.

Estimated value$563,151
CheaperTypical $461,340Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

How 296 Congress Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Lenox 60451Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$563,15180% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac61% of homes77% of homes

About 296 Congress Dr

How much is 296 Congress Dr, New Lenox, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 296 Congress Dr, New Lenox, IL is $563,151 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $524,746 to $601,556. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 296 Congress Dr, New Lenox, IL last sell?

296 Congress Dr, New Lenox, IL last sold on Apr 29, 2015 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 296 Congress Dr, New Lenox, IL?

296 Congress Dr, New Lenox, IL is assigned to Arnold J. Tyler Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Alex M. Martino Junior High School (middle), rated B-; Lincoln-Way Central High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Lincoln Way Community High School District 210. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 296 Congress Dr, New Lenox, IL compare to other homes in New Lenox 60451?

Among the 12,966 homes in New Lenox 60451, it is worth more than 80% of them ($563,151 against a typical $461,340) and its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.3 ac). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 82% 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 296 Congress Dr, New Lenox, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 296 Congress Dr, New Lenox, IL was $11,073. The county assessed it at $148,526.

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