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$166,930$172 / 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 92How 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 $135,000 on Jan 24, 2022

502 WARD AVE

JOLIET, IL 60432
0
Baths
972 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1895
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$167K
$154K low$180K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Jan 24, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,628 (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.$45,171 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,515
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$38,656
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$41,328
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$135,513

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.44
43
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.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
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.10 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.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
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 144 ft²

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
Sator Sanchez Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Joliet Central High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Gompers Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Joliet Public School District 86

Neighborhood · ZIP 60432These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.17%
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.22,115
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,649 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,189
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,508
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

502 Ward 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 95% of homes in Will County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Will County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Will County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Will County
  • Among the oldest homes in Will County

What homes are worth in Joliet 60432

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

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$102K$447K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Joliet 60432.

How it measures up in Joliet 60432

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Joliet 60432.

Estimated value$166,930
CheaperTypical $195,416Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $184Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area972 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,000 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1895
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 502 Ward Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMt. CarmelJoliet 60432Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$166,93041% of homes31% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17239% of homes37% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than972 ft²49% of homes47% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac52% of homes39% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than189528% of homes12% of homesalmost no homes

About 502 Ward Ave

How much is 502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL is $166,930 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $153,953 to $179,907. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL last sell?

502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL last sold on Jan 24, 2022 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL?

502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL has 972 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL built?

502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL was built in 1895, making it 131 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL?

502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL is assigned to Sator Sanchez Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Joliet Central High School (high), rated D-; Gompers Junior High School (middle), rated D. All sit in Joliet Public School District 86. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL compare to other homes in Joliet 60432?

Among the 5,107 homes in Joliet 60432, it is worth more than 31% of them ($166,930 against a typical $195,416), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($172 against a typical $184), it is bigger than 47% of them (972 ft² against a typical 1,000 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1895 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 5% 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 502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 502 Ward Ave, Joliet, IL was $3,628. The county assessed it at $45,171.

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