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$453,229$451 / 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 89How 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 $431,500 on Jan 21, 2026

517 AMHERST AVE

DES PLAINES, IL 60016
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,005 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$453K
$405K low$502K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$431,500 · Jan 21, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,508 (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.$28,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,937
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,063
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,000

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.34
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.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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.Bungalow
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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.

M
Chippewa Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Cumberland Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Maine West High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62

Neighborhood · ZIP 60016These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
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.57,974
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,378 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,073
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,655
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

517 Amherst 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 more than 86% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Des Plaines 60016
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Older than 75% of homes in Des Plaines 60016

What homes are worth in Des Plaines 60016

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

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$146K$721K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Des Plaines 60016.

How it measures up in Des Plaines 60016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Plaines 60016.

Estimated value$453,229
CheaperTypical $332,071Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$451
CheaperTypical $251Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,005 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,376 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 517 Amherst Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDes Plaines 60016Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$453,22986% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$451almost all homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,005 ft²15% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac24% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than195925% of homes50% of homes

About 517 Amherst Ave

How much is 517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL is $453,229 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $404,683 to $501,775. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL last sell?

517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL last sold on Jan 21, 2026 for $431,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL?

517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,005 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL built?

517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL?

517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL is assigned to Chippewa Middle School (middle), rated B; Cumberland Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Maine West High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL compare to other homes in Des Plaines 60016?

Among the 21,500 homes in Des Plaines 60016, it is worth more than 86% of them ($453,229 against a typical $332,071), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($451 against a typical $251), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,005 ft² against a typical 1,376 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1959 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 71% 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 517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 517 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL was $6,508. The county assessed it at $28,000.

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