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$252,403$204 / 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 93How 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

540 MCCARTHY ST

LEMONT, IL 60439
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,240 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.
4,012 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1887
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$252K
$235K low$270K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,948 (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.$19,001 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,508
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$16,493
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,010

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.39
1
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.
72
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.
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.Old Style
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.Raised (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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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

H
Lemont Township High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Oakwood School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 0.8 mi
M
Old Quarry Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Lemont Township High School District 210

Neighborhood · ZIP 60439These 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.38
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.96%
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.2.9%
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.25,154
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.776 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$127,381
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,623
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

540 Mccarthy 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 98% of homes in Lemont 60439
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Lemont 60439
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Lemont 60439
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Lemont 60439
  • Among the oldest homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Lemont 60439

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

This home
$249K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Lemont 60439.

How it measures up in Lemont 60439

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lemont 60439.

Estimated value$252,403
CheaperTypical $591,093Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,302 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size4,012 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1887
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 540 Mccarthy St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLemont 60439Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$252,4032% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2048% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,240 ft²12% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,012 ft²8% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than18872% of homesalmost no homes

About 540 Mccarthy St

How much is 540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL is $252,403 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $234,750 to $270,056. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL last sell?

540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL last sold on Jun 21, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL?

540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,240 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL built?

540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL was built in 1887, making it 139 years old. It is a old style home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL?

540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL is assigned to Lemont Township High School (high), rated A+; Oakwood School (elementary); Old Quarry Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Lemont Township High School District 210. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL compare to other homes in Lemont 60439?

Among the 9,057 homes in Lemont 60439, it is worth more than 2% of them ($252,403 against a typical $591,093), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($204 against a typical $258), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,240 ft² against a typical 2,302 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (4,012 ft² against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1887 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 30% 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 540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 540 Mccarthy St, Lemont, IL was $3,948. The county assessed it at $19,001.

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