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$496,686$271 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $240,000 on Sep 7, 2016

491 TOWNE ST

GILBERTS, IL 60136
0
Baths
1,834 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.
1.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$497K
$483K low$511K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Sep 7, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,282 (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.$141,680 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,411
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$102,269
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$129,483
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$425,210

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyKANE
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(4)

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.

M
Dundee Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Gilberts Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.5 mi
H
Hampshire High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.8 mi

District: Community Unit School District 300

Neighborhood · ZIP 60136These 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.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,672
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.966 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,219
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,933
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 Towne St 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 76% of homes in Gilberts 60136
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Gilberts 60136
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Gilberts 60136
  • Older than 88% of homes in Gilberts 60136

What homes are worth in Gilberts 60136

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

This home
$249K$636K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Gilberts 60136.

How it measures up in Gilberts 60136

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gilberts 60136.

Estimated value$496,686
CheaperTypical $426,311Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$271
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,834 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size1.06 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 2003Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 491 Towne St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGilberts 60136Kane County
Estimated valuepricier than$496,68676% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$271almost all homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,834 ft²36% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.06 ac95% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than198812% of homes55% of homes

About 491 Towne St

How much is 491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL is $496,686 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $482,734 to $510,638. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL last sell?

491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL last sold on Sep 7, 2016 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL built?

491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL?

491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL is assigned to Dundee Middle School (middle), rated B+; Gilberts Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Hampshire High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Community Unit School District 300. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL compare to other homes in Gilberts 60136?

Among the 2,875 homes in Gilberts 60136, it is worth more than 76% of them ($496,686 against a typical $426,311), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($271 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,834 ft² against a typical 2,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (1.06 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1988 against a typical 2003). Measured against all of Kane County, it is worth more than 73% 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 Towne St, Gilberts, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 491 Towne St, Gilberts, IL was $9,282. The county assessed it at $141,680.

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