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$284,584$309 / 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 97How 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 $65,000 on Mar 15, 2013

614 MERLE LN

WHEELING, IL 60090
3
Beds
1
Baths
920 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$285K
$276K low$294K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Mar 15, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,591 (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.$20,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,388
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$15,612
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,000

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
94
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.
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.
45
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.61 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.0.2 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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.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

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(1)

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

E
Mark Twain Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Wheeling High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Oliver W Holmes Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21

Neighborhood · ZIP 60090These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
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.37,199
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,783 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,947
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,717
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

614 Merle Ln 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Wheeling 60090
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Wheeling 60090
  • Older than 95% of homes in Wheeling 60090

What homes are worth in Wheeling 60090

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

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$148K$613K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Wheeling 60090.

How it measures up in Wheeling 60090

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wheeling 60090.

Estimated value$284,584
CheaperTypical $320,221Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $247Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,356 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 614 Merle Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWheeling 60090Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,58436% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30984% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than920 ft²12% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac23% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than19555% of homes44% of homes

About 614 Merle Ln

How much is 614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL is $284,584 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $275,530 to $293,638. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL last sell?

614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL last sold on Mar 15, 2013 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL?

614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 920 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL built?

614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL?

614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL is assigned to Mark Twain Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Wheeling High School (high), rated B; Oliver W Holmes Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Wheeling Community Consolidated School District 21. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL compare to other homes in Wheeling 60090?

Among the 11,583 homes in Wheeling 60090, it is worth more than 36% of them ($284,584 against a typical $320,221), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($309 against a typical $247), it is bigger than 12% of them (920 ft² against a typical 1,356 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1955 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 38% 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 614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 614 Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL was $5,591. The county assessed it at $20,000.

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