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$462,336$373 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $435,000 on Jun 18, 2025

5 FORESTWAY CT

BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,238 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
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

$462K
$391K low$534K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$435,000 · Jun 18, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,260 (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.$33,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,796
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,204
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$330,000

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.35
1
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.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
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.

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.Split Level
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.1971
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.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
Henry W Longfellow Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Buffalo Grove High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Cooper Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21

Neighborhood · ZIP 60089These 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.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.121
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
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.38,562
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,926 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$123,362
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,226
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

5 Forestway Ct 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 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089
  • Older than 81% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089

What homes are worth in Buffalo Grove 60089

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

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$153K$959K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089.

How it measures up in Buffalo Grove 60089

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buffalo Grove 60089.

Estimated value$462,336
CheaperTypical $436,703Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$373
CheaperTypical $256Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,238 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,676 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 5 Forestway Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuffalo Grove 60089Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$462,33655% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37396% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,238 ft²24% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac12% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than197019% of homes65% of homes

About 5 Forestway Ct

How much is 5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL is $462,336 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $390,675 to $533,997. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL last sell?

5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL last sold on Jun 18, 2025 for $435,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL?

5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,238 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL built?

5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL?

5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL is assigned to Henry W Longfellow Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Buffalo Grove High School (high), rated A; Cooper Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL compare to other homes in Buffalo Grove 60089?

Among the 15,668 homes in Buffalo Grove 60089, it is worth more than 55% of them ($462,336 against a typical $436,703), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($373 against a typical $256), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,238 ft² against a typical 1,676 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1970 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Cook 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 5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5 Forestway Ct, Buffalo Grove, IL was $7,260. The county assessed it at $33,000.

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