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$381,361$225 / 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 97How 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 $213,500 on Apr 22, 2002

5357 BALSAM CT

GURNEE, IL 60031
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,692 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.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$381K
$368K low$395K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$213,500 · Apr 22, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,886 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$109,688 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,715
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$89,973
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$96,987
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$329,097

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.Conventional
CountyLake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 80 ft²Porch · 83 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Woodland Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
E
Woodland Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 2.7 mi
H
Warren Township High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Warren Township High School District 121

Neighborhood · ZIP 60031These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,896
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,916 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,233
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$131,920
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

5357 Balsam Ct 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Gurnee 60031
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Gurnee 60031

What homes are worth in Gurnee 60031

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

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$183K$716K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Gurnee 60031.

How it measures up in Gurnee 60031

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gurnee 60031.

Estimated value$381,361
CheaperTypical $389,017Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,692 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,776 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 5357 Balsam Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGurnee 60031Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$381,36148% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22573% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than1,692 ft²46% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac27% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than198948% of homes62% of homes

About 5357 Balsam Ct

How much is 5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL is $381,361 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $368,145 to $394,577. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL last sell?

5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL last sold on Apr 22, 2002 for $213,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL?

5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,692 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL built?

5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL?

5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL is assigned to Woodland Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Woodland Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Warren Township High School (high), rated A. All sit in Warren Township High School District 121. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL compare to other homes in Gurnee 60031?

Among the 12,270 homes in Gurnee 60031, it is worth more than 48% of them ($381,361 against a typical $389,017), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($225 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,692 ft² against a typical 1,776 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1989 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 46% 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 5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5357 Balsam Ct, Gurnee, IL was $8,886. The county assessed it at $109,688.

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