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$233,643$168 / 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 97How 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 $119,000 on Dec 15, 2009

4738 COMET DR

MACHESNEY PARK, IL 61115
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,392 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.
0.35 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.

Valuation

$234K
$226K low$242K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$119,000 · Dec 15, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,506 (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.$65,588 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,642
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,946
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$59,647
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$196,764

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Ranch
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Harlem High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Marquette Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 1.8 mi
M
Harlem Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Harlem Unit School District 122

Neighborhood · ZIP 61115These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,338
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,689 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,170
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,969
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

4738 Comet Dr 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Machesney Park 61115

What homes are worth in Machesney Park 61115

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

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$85K$380K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Machesney Park 61115.

How it measures up in Machesney Park 61115

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Machesney Park 61115.

Estimated value$233,643
CheaperTypical $209,312Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,392 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,274 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 4738 Comet Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMachesney Park 61115Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$233,64363% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16851% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,392 ft²61% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac67% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than197659% of homes64% of homes

About 4738 Comet Dr

How much is 4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL is $233,643 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $225,735 to $241,551. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL last sell?

4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL last sold on Dec 15, 2009 for $119,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL?

4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,392 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL built?

4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL?

4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL is assigned to Harlem High School (high), rated D+; Marquette Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Harlem Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Harlem Unit School District 122. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL compare to other homes in Machesney Park 61115?

Among the 8,651 homes in Machesney Park 61115, it is worth more than 63% of them ($233,643 against a typical $209,312), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($168 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,392 ft² against a typical 1,274 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1976 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 57% 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 4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4738 Comet Dr, Machesney Park, IL was $4,506. The county assessed it at $65,588.

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