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$357,366$262 / 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 $207,500 on Aug 10, 2016

445 ESSEX PL

CAROL STREAM, IL 60188
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,366 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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

$357K
$335K low$379K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$207,500 · Aug 10, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,608 (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.$104,410 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,369
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$69,041
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$95,518
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$313,230

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.Ranch
CountyDUPAGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Window A/C
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

Transaction History(3)

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
Roy DeShane Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Glenbard North High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Stratford Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Community Consolidated School District 93

Neighborhood · ZIP 60188These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,975
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,139 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,521
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,788
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.54%

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How this home compares

445 Essex Pl 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 less than 71% of homes in DuPage County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Carol Stream 60188
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Carol Stream 60188
  • Newer than 69% of homes in DuPage County

What homes are worth in Carol Stream 60188

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

This home
$171K$731K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Carol Stream 60188.

How it measures up in Carol Stream 60188

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carol Stream 60188.

Estimated value$357,366
CheaperTypical $396,675Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$262
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,366 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,775 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 445 Essex Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarol Stream 60188DuPage County
Estimated valuepricier than$357,36634% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26289% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,366 ft²24% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac47% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than198753% of homes69% of homes

About 445 Essex Pl

How much is 445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL is $357,366 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $335,368 to $379,364. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL last sell?

445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL last sold on Aug 10, 2016 for $207,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL?

445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,366 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL built?

445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL?

445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL is assigned to Roy DeShane Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Glenbard North High School (high), rated B-; Stratford Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Community Consolidated School District 93. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL compare to other homes in Carol Stream 60188?

Among the 11,585 homes in Carol Stream 60188, it is worth more than 34% of them ($357,366 against a typical $396,675), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($262 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,366 ft² against a typical 1,775 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1987 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of DuPage County, it is worth more than 29% 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 445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 445 Essex Pl, Carol Stream, IL was $8,608. The county assessed it at $104,410.

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