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$755,556$195 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $508,000 on Apr 6, 2020

42974 STERLING LN

WADSWORTH, IL 60083
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,884 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.
1.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$756K
$707K low$804K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$508,000 · Apr 6, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$19,260 (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.$227,719 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,955
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$185,764
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$210,823
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$683,226

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.1.12
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.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 · 66 ft²Patio · 66 ft²Porch · 360 ft²

Transaction History(13)

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
Newport Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Beach Park Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.9 mi
H
Zion-Benton Twnshp High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Zion-Benton Township High School District 126

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

42974 Sterling Ln 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 96% of homes in Wadsworth 60083
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Lake County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Wadsworth 60083
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Lake County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Lake County

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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$206K$867K

This home is worth more than 96% 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$755,556
CheaperTypical $377,746Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area3,884 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,100 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size1.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 42974 Sterling Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWadsworth 60083Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$755,55696% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19567% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than3,884 ft²94% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.12 ac76% of homes94% of homes
Year builtnewer than200477% of homes92% of homes

About 42974 Sterling Ln

How much is 42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL is $755,556 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $706,729 to $804,383. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL last sell?

42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL last sold on Apr 6, 2020 for $508,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL?

42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 3,884 square feet of living space and a 1.12-acre lot.

When was 42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL built?

42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL?

42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL is assigned to Newport Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Beach Park Middle School (middle), rated D-; Zion-Benton Twnshp High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Zion-Benton Township High School District 126. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL compare to other homes in Wadsworth 60083?

Among the 3,488 homes in Wadsworth 60083, it is worth more than 96% of them ($755,556 against a typical $377,746), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($195 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 94% of them (3,884 ft² against a typical 2,100 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (1.12 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (2004 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 83% 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 42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42974 Sterling Ln, Wadsworth, IL was $19,260. The county assessed it at $227,719.

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