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$407,224$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 96How 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

538 FORESTWAY DR

BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,248 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$407K
$391K low$423K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,691 (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.$30,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,762
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,238
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$300,000

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.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.
61
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Henry W Longfellow Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Buffalo Grove High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Cooper Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21

Neighborhood · ZIP 60089These 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.56
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.121
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
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.38,562
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,926 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$123,362
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$145,226
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

538 Forestway 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089
  • Older than 81% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089

What homes are worth in Buffalo Grove 60089

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

This home
$153K$952K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Buffalo Grove 60089.

How it measures up in Buffalo Grove 60089

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buffalo Grove 60089.

Estimated value$407,224
CheaperTypical $443,630Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$326
CheaperTypical $251Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,704 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 538 Forestway Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuffalo Grove 60089Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$407,22441% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32689% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²25% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac32% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than197019% of homes65% of homes

About 538 Forestway Dr

How much is 538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL is $407,224 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $391,021 to $423,427. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL?

538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL built?

538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL?

538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL is assigned to Henry W Longfellow Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Buffalo Grove High School (high), rated A-; Cooper Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL compare to other homes in Buffalo Grove 60089?

Among the 15,670 homes in Buffalo Grove 60089, it is worth more than 41% of them ($407,224 against a typical $443,630), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($326 against a typical $251), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,704 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1970 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 64% 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 538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 538 Forestway Dr, Buffalo Grove, IL was $7,691. The county assessed it at $30,000.

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