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$384,924$190 / 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 $315,000 on May 9, 2005

491 E RAILROAD AVE

BARTLETT, IL 60103
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,030 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.
2,605 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$385K
$374K low$396K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$315,000 · May 9, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,495 (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.$38,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,168
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$33,832
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$30,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$380,000

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.40
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.8 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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2008
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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

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.

E
Bartlett Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Eastview Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
South Elgin High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi

District: School District U-46

Neighborhood · ZIP 60103These 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.38
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
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.39,894
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,050 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$123,015
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$142,453
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

491 E Railroad Ave 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 70% of homes in Bartlett 60103
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Bartlett 60103
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Bartlett 60103
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Bartlett 60103

What homes are worth in Bartlett 60103

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

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$215K$774K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Bartlett 60103.

How it measures up in Bartlett 60103

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bartlett 60103.

Estimated value$384,924
CheaperTypical $447,947Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area2,030 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,028 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size2,605 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 491 E Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBartlett 60103Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$384,92430% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19020% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than2,030 ft²50% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,605 ft²3% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than200595% of homes94% of homes

About 491 E Railroad Ave

How much is 491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL is $384,924 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $373,590 to $396,258. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL last sell?

491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL last sold on May 9, 2005 for $315,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL?

491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,030 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL built?

491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL?

491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL is assigned to Bartlett Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Eastview Middle School (middle), rated B+; South Elgin High School (high), rated C+. All sit in School District U-46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL compare to other homes in Bartlett 60103?

Among the 13,731 homes in Bartlett 60103, it is worth more than 30% of them ($384,924 against a typical $447,947), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($190 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 50% of them (2,030 ft² against a typical 2,028 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (2,605 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2005 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 60% 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 491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 491 E Railroad Ave, Bartlett, IL was $9,495. The county assessed it at $38,000.

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