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$514,202$319 / 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 90How 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 $495,000 on Oct 10, 2025

509 BUELL AVE

JOLIET, IL 60435
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,612 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1894
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$514K
$465K low$564K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$495,000 · Oct 10, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,000 (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.$157,425 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,504
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$134,921
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,030
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$472,275

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.38
25
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.
68
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.4 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Victorian
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
Farragut Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Joliet Central High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Hufford Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Joliet Township High School District 204

Neighborhood · ZIP 60435These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.51,469
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,640 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,757
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,021
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

509 Buell 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Joliet 60435
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Will County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Cathedral
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Cathedral
  • Among the oldest homes in Will County

What homes are worth in Joliet 60435

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

This home
$115K$434K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Joliet 60435.

How it measures up in Joliet 60435

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Joliet 60435.

Estimated value$514,202
CheaperTypical $272,593Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$319
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,612 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,203 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built1894
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 509 Buell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCathedralJoliet 60435Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$514,202almost all homesalmost all homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31989% of homes96% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,612 ft²88% of homes76% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac83% of homes76% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than18946% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes

About 509 Buell Ave

How much is 509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL is $514,202 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $464,875 to $563,529. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL last sell?

509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL last sold on Oct 10, 2025 for $495,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL?

509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,612 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL built?

509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL was built in 1894, making it 132 years old. It is a victorian home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL?

509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL is assigned to Farragut Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Joliet Central High School (high), rated D-; Hufford Junior High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Joliet Township High School District 204. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL compare to other homes in Joliet 60435?

Among the 14,951 homes in Joliet 60435, it is worth more than almost all of them ($514,202 against a typical $272,593), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($319 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,612 ft² against a typical 1,203 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1894 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 77% 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 509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 Buell Ave, Joliet, IL was $12,000. The county assessed it at $157,425.

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