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$81,115$52 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $140,000 on Aug 26, 2026

538 STERLING ST

LA SALLE, IL 61301
1.5
Baths
1,568 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1882
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$81K
$70K low$92K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Aug 26, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,727 (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.$23,679 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,404
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,275
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,654
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$71,037

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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 Residential
CountyLASALLE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Lincoln Jr High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
La Salle-Peru Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Northwest Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi

District: Lasalle Elementary School District 122

Neighborhood · ZIP 61301These 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.118
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.9,664
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,708
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,431
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.55%

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How this home compares

538 Sterling 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 less than 90% of homes in LaSalle County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in LaSalle County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in La Salle 61301
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in LaSalle County
  • Older than 95% of homes in LaSalle County

What homes are worth in La Salle 61301

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

This home
$48K$477K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in La Salle 61301.

How it measures up in La Salle 61301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Salle 61301.

Estimated value$81,115
CheaperTypical $124,286Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$52
CheaperTypical $101Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,256 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1882
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 538 Sterling St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Salle 61301LaSalle County
Estimated valuepricier than$81,11518% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$525% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,568 ft²70% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²17% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than18827% of homes5% of homes

About 538 Sterling St

How much is 538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL is $81,115 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $70,278 to $91,952. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL last sell?

538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL last sold on Aug 26, 2026 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL?

538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,568 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL built?

538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL was built in 1882, making it 144 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL?

538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL is assigned to Lincoln Jr High School (middle), rated D; La Salle-Peru Township High School (high), rated B+; Northwest Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Lasalle Elementary School District 122. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL compare to other homes in La Salle 61301?

Among the 3,755 homes in La Salle 61301, it is worth more than 18% of them ($81,115 against a typical $124,286), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($52 against a typical $101), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,568 ft² against a typical 1,256 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1882 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of LaSalle County, it is worth more than 10% 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 Sterling St, La Salle, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Sterling St, La Salle, IL was $1,727. The county assessed it at $23,679.

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