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$101,608$169 / 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 $42,000 on Jul 14, 2008

500 WATER ST

JOLIET, IL 60436
4
Beds
0
Baths
600 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$102K
$97K low$106K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,000 · Jul 14, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,078 (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.$38,332 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,885
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,447
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,070
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$114,996

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.50
84
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.
71
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.
28
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.90 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

M
Washington Junior High School & AcademyD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Edna Keith Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Joliet West High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Joliet Public School District 86

Neighborhood · ZIP 60436These 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.158
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,304
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,071 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,552
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

500 Water 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Will County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in South Side
  • Among the smallest homes in Will County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in South Side
  • Among the oldest homes in Will County

What homes are worth in Joliet 60436

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

This home
$105K$371K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Joliet 60436.

How it measures up in Joliet 60436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Joliet 60436.

Estimated value$101,608
CheaperTypical $211,496Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $196Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area600 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,054 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 500 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth SideJoliet 60436Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$101,60821% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16984% of homes27% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than600 ft²2% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac75% of homes63% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than18808% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 500 Water St

How much is 500 Water St, Joliet, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 500 Water St, Joliet, IL is $101,608 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $97,391 to $105,825. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 500 Water St, Joliet, IL last sell?

500 Water St, Joliet, IL last sold on Jul 14, 2008 for $42,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 500 Water St, Joliet, IL?

500 Water St, Joliet, IL has 4 bedrooms, 600 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 500 Water St, Joliet, IL built?

500 Water St, Joliet, IL was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 500 Water St, Joliet, IL?

500 Water St, Joliet, IL is assigned to Washington Junior High School & Academy (middle), rated D; Edna Keith Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Joliet West High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Joliet Public School District 86. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 500 Water St, Joliet, IL compare to other homes in Joliet 60436?

Among the 5,622 homes in Joliet 60436, it is worth more than 2% of them ($101,608 against a typical $211,496), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($169 against a typical $196), it is bigger than 2% of them (600 ft² against a typical 1,054 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1880 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than almost no 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 Water St, Joliet, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 500 Water St, Joliet, IL was $3,078. The county assessed it at $38,332.

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