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$521,145$511 / 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
Last sold for $525,000 on Jul 11, 2024

6455 LAKE FOREST DR

WATERLOO, IL 62298
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,020 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.
5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$521K
$486K low$557K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$525,000 · Jul 11, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,066 (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.$139,020 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$115,060
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$138,518
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$417,060

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.46
22
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
89
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
24
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.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 672 ft²

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.

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

H
Waterloo High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi
M
Waterloo Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.4 mi
E
W. J. Zahnow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 5.6 mi

District: Waterloo Community Unit School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 62298These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.169

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,127
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.124 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,202
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,724
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

6455 Lake Forest Dr 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 91% of homes in Monroe County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Waterloo 62298
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Waterloo 62298

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

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$120K$696K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Waterloo 62298.

How it measures up in Waterloo 62298

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterloo 62298.

Estimated value$521,145
CheaperTypical $318,848Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$511
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,020 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 6455 Lake Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterloo 62298Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$521,14590% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$511almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,020 ft²16% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac82% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than201290% of homes91% of homes

About 6455 Lake Forest Dr

How much is 6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL is $521,145 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $485,762 to $556,528. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL last sell?

6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL last sold on Jul 11, 2024 for $525,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL?

6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,020 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

When was 6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL built?

6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL?

6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL is assigned to Waterloo High School (high), rated B-; Waterloo Junior High School (middle), rated B+; W. J. Zahnow Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Waterloo Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL compare to other homes in Waterloo 62298?

Among the 7,136 homes in Waterloo 62298, it is worth more than 90% of them ($521,145 against a typical $318,848), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($511 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,020 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (5 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2012 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 91% 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 6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 6455 Lake Forest Dr, Waterloo, IL was $4,066. The county assessed it at $139,020.

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