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$327,254$350 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $326,000 on Jul 7, 2026

34 W AMBER AVE

CORTLAND, IL 60112
2
Beds
1
Baths
936 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$327K
$315K low$339K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$326,000 · Jul 7, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,907 (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.$82,996 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,022
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$65,974
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$78,026
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$248,988

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.32 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
CountyDEKALB
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 120 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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(2)

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

E
Cortland Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Huntley Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Dekalb High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Dekalb Community Unit School District 428

Neighborhood · ZIP 60112These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,414
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.338 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,943
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,264
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.52%

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How this home compares

34 W Amber Ave 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 73% of homes in Cortland 60112
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Cortland 60112
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Cortland 60112
  • Older than 91% of homes in Cortland 60112

What homes are worth in Cortland 60112

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

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$176K$387K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Cortland 60112.

How it measures up in Cortland 60112

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cortland 60112.

Estimated value$327,254
CheaperTypical $295,000Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$350
CheaperTypical $256Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,152 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 2002Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 34 W Amber Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCortland 60112DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$327,25473% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35091% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²24% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac81% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than19709% of homes30% of homes

About 34 W Amber Ave

How much is 34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL is $327,254 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $315,243 to $339,265. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL last sell?

34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL last sold on Jul 7, 2026 for $326,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL?

34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL built?

34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old.

What schools serve 34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL?

34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL is assigned to Cortland Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Huntley Middle School (middle), rated D+; Dekalb High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Dekalb Community Unit School District 428. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL compare to other homes in Cortland 60112?

Among the 1,564 homes in Cortland 60112, it is worth more than 73% of them ($327,254 against a typical $295,000), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($350 against a typical $256), it is bigger than 24% of them (936 ft² against a typical 1,152 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1970 against a typical 2002). Measured against all of DeKalb County, it is worth more than 64% 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 34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 34 W Amber Ave, Cortland, IL was $5,907. The county assessed it at $82,996.

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