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$490,741$326 / 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 79How 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 $480,000 on Mar 9, 2026

521 E BALSAM LN

PALATINE, IL 60074
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,506 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
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

$491K
$388K low$593K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$480,000 · Mar 9, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,380 (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.$42,001 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,263
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$32,738
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$420,010

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.35
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.
60
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.
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.Split Level
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1969
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
Virginia Lake Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Palatine High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Winston Campus Junior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Township High School District 211

Neighborhood · ZIP 60074These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.122
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,345
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,963 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,834
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,133
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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 E Balsam Ln 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 90% of homes in Palatine 60074
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Palatine 60074
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Palatine 60074
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Palatine 60074
  • Older than 70% of homes in Palatine 60074

What homes are worth in Palatine 60074

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

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$150K$693K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Palatine 60074.

How it measures up in Palatine 60074

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palatine 60074.

Estimated value$490,741
CheaperTypical $302,898Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$326
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,506 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.65 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 521 E Balsam Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalatine 60074Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$490,74190% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32695% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,506 ft²67% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac28% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than196830% of homes62% of homes

About 521 E Balsam Ln

How much is 521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL is $490,741 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $388,011 to $593,471. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL last sell?

521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL last sold on Mar 9, 2026 for $480,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL?

521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,506 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL built?

521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL?

521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL is assigned to Virginia Lake Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Palatine High School (high), rated C+; Winston Campus Junior High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Township High School District 211. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL compare to other homes in Palatine 60074?

Among the 12,594 homes in Palatine 60074, it is worth more than 90% of them ($490,741 against a typical $302,898), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($326 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,506 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.65 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1968 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 76% 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 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 521 E Balsam Ln, Palatine, IL was $9,380. The county assessed it at $42,001.

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