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$477,659$173 / 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 94How 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 $304,000 on Mar 8, 2005

557 CARDINAL AVE

OSWEGO, IL 60543
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,764 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$478K
$450K low$505K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$304,000 · Mar 8, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,685 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$145,724 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,578
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$119,146
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$138,784
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$437,172

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.5
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
27
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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 Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyKENDALL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Churchill Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Plank Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Oswego East High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Oswego Community Unit School District 308

Neighborhood · ZIP 60543These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
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.49,227
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,097 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$116,485
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,927
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.54%

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How this home compares

557 Cardinal Ave 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 79% of homes in Kendall County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Oswego 60543
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Kendall County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Oswego 60543
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Oswego 60543

What homes are worth in Oswego 60543

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

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$179K$724K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Oswego 60543.

How it measures up in Oswego 60543

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Oswego 60543.

Estimated value$477,659
CheaperTypical $418,384Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $196Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area2,764 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,132 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 557 Cardinal Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOswego 60543Kendall County
Estimated valuepricier than$477,65967% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17320% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than2,764 ft²77% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac17% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than200574% of homes65% of homes

About 557 Cardinal Ave

How much is 557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL is $477,659 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $449,820 to $505,497. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL last sell?

557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL last sold on Mar 8, 2005 for $304,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL?

557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,764 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL built?

557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL?

557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL is assigned to Churchill Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Plank Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Oswego East High School (high), rated A. All sit in Oswego Community Unit School District 308. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL compare to other homes in Oswego 60543?

Among the 13,628 homes in Oswego 60543, it is worth more than 67% of them ($477,659 against a typical $418,384), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($173 against a typical $196), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,764 ft² against a typical 2,132 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (2005 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Kendall County, it is worth more than 79% 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 557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 557 Cardinal Ave, Oswego, IL was $10,685. The county assessed it at $145,724.

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