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$427,231$268 / 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 93How 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 $243,000 on May 14, 2001

38688 N WAVELAND AVE

WADSWORTH, IL 60083
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,592 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.
0.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to 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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$427K
$398K low$457K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$243,000 · May 14, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,712 (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.$118,711 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,778
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$93,933
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$113,105
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$356,168

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.2 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.0.2 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.Conventional
CountyLAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.74
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 797 ft²Porch · 36 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Spaulding Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.5 mi
M
River Trail SchoolC-
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 3.7 mi
H
Warren Township High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi

District: Warren Township High School District 121

Neighborhood · ZIP 60083These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.10,565
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.380 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$121,341
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$152,121
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

38688 N Waveland 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 65% of homes in Wadsworth 60083
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Wadsworth 60083
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Wadsworth 60083
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Wadsworth 60083

What homes are worth in Wadsworth 60083

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

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$214K$860K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Wadsworth 60083.

How it measures up in Wadsworth 60083

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wadsworth 60083.

Estimated value$427,231
CheaperTypical $388,597Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$268
CheaperTypical $181Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,592 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,083 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.74 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 38688 N Waveland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWadsworth 60083Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$427,23165% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26895% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,592 ft²31% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.74 ac54% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than197616% of homes43% of homes

About 38688 N Waveland Ave

How much is 38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL is $427,231 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $397,783 to $456,679. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL last sell?

38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL last sold on May 14, 2001 for $243,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL?

38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,592 square feet of living space and a 0.74-acre lot.

When was 38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL built?

38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL?

38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL is assigned to Spaulding Elementary School (elementary); River Trail School (middle), rated C-; Warren Township High School (high), rated A. All sit in Warren Township High School District 121. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL compare to other homes in Wadsworth 60083?

Among the 3,559 homes in Wadsworth 60083, it is worth more than 65% of them ($427,231 against a typical $388,597), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($268 against a typical $181), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,592 ft² against a typical 2,083 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.74 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1976 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 53% 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 38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 38688 N Waveland Ave, Wadsworth, IL was $9,712. The county assessed it at $118,711.

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