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$353,382$245 / 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 95How 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 $316,000 on May 23, 2008

3970 N BENNETT RD

ESMOND, IL 60129
0
Baths
1,440 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$353K
$337K low$370K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$316,000 · May 23, 2008
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.$131,382
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$105,106
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.64%
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.$222,000
GMAC MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Oct 18, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,682 (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.$109,397 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,358
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$98,039
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,854
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,308

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.7
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
26
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.Rural Residence
CountyOGLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
Stillman Valley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.8 mi
E
Highland Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 11.1 mi
M
Meridian Jr High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.1 mi

District: Meridian Community Unit School District 223

Neighborhood · ZIP 60129These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
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.344
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.16 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,898
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,266
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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

3970 N Bennett Rd 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 85% of homes in Ogle County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Ogle County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Ogle County

What homes are worth in Ogle County

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

This home
$118K$582K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Ogle County.

How it measures up in Ogle County

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ogle County.

Estimated value$353,382
CheaperTypical $217,172Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$245
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,440 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

How 3970 N Bennett Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOgle County
Estimated valuepricier than$353,38285% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24596% of homes
Living areabigger than1,440 ft²41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac91% of homes

About 3970 N Bennett Rd

How much is 3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL is $353,382 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $337,001 to $369,763. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL last sell?

3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL last sold on May 23, 2008 for $316,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL?

3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL has 1,440 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

What schools serve 3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL?

3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL is assigned to Stillman Valley High School (high), rated A; Highland Elementary School (elementary); Meridian Jr High School (middle), rated A. All sit in Meridian Community Unit School District 223. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL compare to other homes in Ogle County?

Among the 18,492 homes in Ogle County, it is worth more than 85% of them ($353,382 against a typical $217,172), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($245 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,440 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 91% of them (5 ac against a typical 0.38 ac). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3970 N Bennett Rd, Esmond, IL was $8,682. The county assessed it at $109,397.

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