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$340,244$231 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $172,000 on Jan 25, 1988

489 ALDER DR

WHEELING, IL 60090
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,475 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.
1,850 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$340K
$325K low$355K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$172,000 · Jan 25, 1988

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,373 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$22,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$17,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$220,000

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.38
18
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
45
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Walt Whitman Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Oliver W Holmes Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Wheeling High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Township High School District 214

Neighborhood · ZIP 60090These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,199
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,783 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,947
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,717
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

489 Alder 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Wheeling 60090

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

This home
$147K$632K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Wheeling 60090.

How it measures up in Wheeling 60090

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wheeling 60090.

Estimated value$340,244
CheaperTypical $318,993Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$231
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,475 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,356 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size1,850 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 489 Alder Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWheeling 60090Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$340,24461% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23137% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,475 ft²60% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,850 ft²4% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than197438% of homes70% of homes

About 489 Alder Dr

How much is 489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL is $340,244 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $325,013 to $355,475. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL last sell?

489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL last sold on Jan 25, 1988 for $172,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL?

489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,475 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL built?

489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL?

489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL is assigned to Walt Whitman Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Oliver W Holmes Middle School (middle), rated D; Wheeling High School (high), rated C. All sit in Township High School District 214. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL compare to other homes in Wheeling 60090?

Among the 11,593 homes in Wheeling 60090, it is worth more than 61% of them ($340,244 against a typical $318,993), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($231 against a typical $248), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,475 ft² against a typical 1,356 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (1,850 ft² against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1974 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 50% 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 489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 489 Alder Dr, Wheeling, IL was $5,373. The county assessed it at $22,000.

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