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Last sold for $339,900 on Apr 6, 2023

534 AMHERST DR

SYCAMORE, IL 60178
3
Beds
1
Baths
948 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.
1,898 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$339,900 · Apr 6, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,152 (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.$115,987 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,938
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$107,049
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$109,052
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$347,961

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.46
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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 Residential
CountyDeKalb
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 20 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
North Grove Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Sycamore Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Sycamore High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Sycamore Community Unit School District 427

Neighborhood · ZIP 60178These 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.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.97%
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.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,227
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.340 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,175
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,851
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.52%

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How this home compares

534 Amherst Dr 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.

  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Sycamore 60178
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Among the newest homes in Sycamore 60178

How it measures up in Sycamore 60178

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sycamore 60178.

Living area948 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size1,898 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 534 Amherst Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSycamore 60178DeKalb County
Living areabigger than948 ft²17% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,898 ft²4% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 534 Amherst Dr

When did 534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL last sell?

534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL last sold on Apr 6, 2023 for $339,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL?

534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 948 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL built?

534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL was built in 2023, making it 3 years old.

What schools serve 534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL?

534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL is assigned to North Grove Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Sycamore Middle School (middle), rated B-; Sycamore High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Sycamore Community Unit School District 427. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL compare to other homes in Sycamore 60178?

Among the 7,688 homes in Sycamore 60178, it is bigger than 17% of them (948 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (1,898 ft² against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1990). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 534 Amherst Dr, Sycamore, IL was $8,152. The county assessed it at $115,987.

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