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$325,381
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 79How 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 $234,900 on Jul 13, 2021

500 N PARLS ST

ESSEX, IL 60935
0
Baths
1.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$325K
$258K low$393K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$234,900 · Jul 13, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,773 (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.$101,590 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,868
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$87,722
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$94,065
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$304,770

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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 Residential
CountyKANKAKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.09
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.

M
Reed-Custer Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.2 mi
H
Reed-Custer High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 mi
E
Reed-Custer Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.9 mi

District: Reed Custer Community Unit School District 255u

Neighborhood · ZIP 60935These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.761
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,878
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,144
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

500 N Parls 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 79% of homes in Kankakee County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Kankakee County

What homes are worth in Essex 60935

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

This home
$85K$611K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Essex 60935.

How it measures up in Essex 60935

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex 60935.

Estimated value$325,381
CheaperTypical $270,748Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size1.09 ac
SmallerTypical 0.61 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

How 500 N Parls St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex 60935Kankakee County
Estimated valuepricier than$325,38167% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.09 ac62% of homes84% of homes

About 500 N Parls St

How much is 500 N Parls St, Essex, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 500 N Parls St, Essex, IL is $325,381 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $258,217 to $392,545. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 500 N Parls St, Essex, IL last sell?

500 N Parls St, Essex, IL last sold on Jul 13, 2021 for $234,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 500 N Parls St, Essex, IL?

500 N Parls St, Essex, IL is assigned to Reed-Custer Middle School (middle), rated B+; Reed-Custer High School (high), rated B; Reed-Custer Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Reed Custer Community Unit School District 255u. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 500 N Parls St, Essex, IL compare to other homes in Essex 60935?

Among the 451 homes in Essex 60935, it is worth more than 67% of them ($325,381 against a typical $270,748) and its lot is bigger than 62% of them (1.09 ac against a typical 0.61 ac). Measured against all of Kankakee County, it is worth more than 79% 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 500 N Parls St, Essex, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 500 N Parls St, Essex, IL was $5,773. The county assessed it at $101,590.

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