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$139,535
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 89How 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 $85,560 on Jan 22, 2021

551 JAMES ST

HINCKLEY, IL 60520
0
Baths

Valuation

$140K
$125K low$154K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,560 · Jan 22, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,582 (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.$29,902 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,269
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,633
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,362
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$89,706

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.34 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
CountyDeKalb
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None

Transaction History(3)

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(3)

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

E
Hinckley-Big Rock Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.1 mi
H
Hinckley-Big Rock High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Hinckley-Big Rock Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Hinckley-Big Rock Community Unit School District 429

Neighborhood · ZIP 60520These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,725
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.63 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,695
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,134
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.52%

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How this home compares

551 James 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.

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What homes are worth in Hinckley 60520

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This home is worth less than almost all homes in Hinckley 60520.

How it measures up in Hinckley 60520

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Estimated value$139,535
CheaperTypical $352,247Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

How 551 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHinckley 60520DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$139,535almost no homes2% of homes

About 551 James St

How much is 551 James St, Hinckley, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 James St, Hinckley, IL is $139,535 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $124,871 to $154,199. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 James St, Hinckley, IL last sell?

551 James St, Hinckley, IL last sold on Jan 22, 2021 for $85,560, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 551 James St, Hinckley, IL?

551 James St, Hinckley, IL is assigned to Hinckley-Big Rock Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Hinckley-Big Rock High School (high), rated C+; Hinckley-Big Rock Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Hinckley-Big Rock Community Unit School District 429. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

What are the property taxes on 551 James St, Hinckley, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 551 James St, Hinckley, IL was $1,582. The county assessed it at $29,902.

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