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$302,895$300 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Sep 12, 2024

521 AMHERST AVE

ROMEOVILLE, IL 60446
1
Baths
1,008 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.
0.2 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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$303K
$286K low$319K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Sep 12, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,990 (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.$89,440 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,161
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$64,279
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$82,662
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,320

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.45
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
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.
75
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.20
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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
Robert C Hill Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
John J Lukancic Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Romeoville High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Valley View Community Unit School District 365u

Neighborhood · ZIP 60446These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,107
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,926 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,955
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$108,857
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

521 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 less than 69% of homes in Will County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Romeoville 60446
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Will County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Romeoville 60446
  • Older than 92% of homes in Romeoville 60446

What homes are worth in Romeoville 60446

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

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$220K$490K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Romeoville 60446.

How it measures up in Romeoville 60446

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Romeoville 60446.

Estimated value$302,895
CheaperTypical $316,335Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$300
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,605 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 521 Amherst Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRomeoville 60446Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,89544% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30098% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²11% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac77% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than19598% of homes15% of homes

About 521 Amherst Ave

How much is 521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL is $302,895 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $286,360 to $319,430. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL last sell?

521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL last sold on Sep 12, 2024 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL?

521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL has 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL built?

521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL?

521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL is assigned to Robert C Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; John J Lukancic Middle School (middle), rated A-; Romeoville High School (high), rated A. All sit in Valley View Community Unit School District 365u. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL compare to other homes in Romeoville 60446?

Among the 12,132 homes in Romeoville 60446, it is worth more than 44% of them ($302,895 against a typical $316,335), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($300 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,605 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1959 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 31% 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 521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Amherst Ave, Romeoville, IL was $6,990. The county assessed it at $89,440.

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