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$462,902$244 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $455,000 on May 26, 2026

538 S BENTON ST

PALATINE, IL 60067
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,896 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
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

$463K
$418K low$508K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$455,000 · May 26, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,473 (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.$42,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,856
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,144
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$420,000

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.38
16
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
66
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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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.Ranch
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.1950
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.No Foundation
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Pleasant Hill Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Plum Grove Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
William Fremd High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15

Neighborhood · ZIP 60067These 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.60
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
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.43,597
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,859 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,486
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$153,228
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

538 S Benton St 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 73% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Palatine 60067
  • Older than 95% of homes in Palatine 60067

What homes are worth in Palatine 60067

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

This home
$165K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Palatine 60067.

How it measures up in Palatine 60067

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palatine 60067.

Estimated value$462,902
CheaperTypical $479,160Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $246Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,896 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,910 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 538 S Benton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalatine 60067Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$462,90247% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24448% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,896 ft²49% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac27% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than19495% of homes34% of homes

About 538 S Benton St

How much is 538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL is $462,902 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $417,899 to $507,905. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL last sell?

538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL last sold on May 26, 2026 for $455,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL?

538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,896 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL built?

538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL?

538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL is assigned to Pleasant Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Plum Grove Junior High School (middle), rated A; William Fremd High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL compare to other homes in Palatine 60067?

Among the 14,607 homes in Palatine 60067, it is worth more than 47% of them ($462,902 against a typical $479,160), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($244 against a typical $246), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,896 ft² against a typical 1,910 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1949 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 73% 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 S Benton St, Palatine, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 538 S Benton St, Palatine, IL was $9,473. The county assessed it at $42,000.

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