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$223,018$292 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $90,000 on Jan 11, 2018

545 HARRISON ST

ELGIN, IL 60120
2
Beds
1
Baths
764 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$223K
$208K low$238K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · Jan 11, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,606 (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.$21,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,430
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$10,570
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$16,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,000

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.53
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
28
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.113 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
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.1940
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(5)

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

E
Huff Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Ellis Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Elgin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: School District U-46

Neighborhood · ZIP 60120These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,556
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,612
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

545 Harrison 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 85% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Older than 71% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Elgin 60120

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

This home
$169K$581K

This home is worth more than 15% of homes in Elgin 60120.

How it measures up in Elgin 60120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 60120.

Estimated value$223,018
CheaperTypical $284,659Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$292
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area764 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,428 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 545 Harrison St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 60120Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$223,01815% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29297% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than764 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac79% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than193935% of homes29% of homes

About 545 Harrison St

How much is 545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL is $223,018 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $208,388 to $237,648. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL last sell?

545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL last sold on Jan 11, 2018 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL?

545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 764 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL built?

545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL?

545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL is assigned to Huff Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Ellis Middle School (middle), rated C-; Elgin High School (high), rated D-. All sit in School District U-46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL compare to other homes in Elgin 60120?

Among the 13,135 homes in Elgin 60120, it is worth more than 15% of them ($223,018 against a typical $284,659), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($292 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 3% of them (764 ft² against a typical 1,428 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1939 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 23% 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 545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 545 Harrison St, Elgin, IL was $4,606. The county assessed it at $21,000.

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