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$331,857$237 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $151,500 on Feb 3, 2000

685 BENNETT DR

ELGIN, IL 60120
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,398 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$332K
$315K low$349K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$151,500 · Feb 3, 2000
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$115,632
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$92,506
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.64%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$193,500
INDYMAC BANK FSB · recorded Mar 17, 2004
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$22,725

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,954 (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.$30,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,720
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$23,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$300,000

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.31
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.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
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.

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.Bungalow
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.1971
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Larsen Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.9 mi
H
Elgin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

685 Bennett 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 67% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 66% 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
$170K$578K

This home is worth more than 67% 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$331,857
CheaperTypical $302,923Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$237
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,398 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,420 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 685 Bennett Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 60120Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$331,85767% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23769% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,398 ft²48% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac65% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than197050% of homes66% of homes

About 685 Bennett Dr

How much is 685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL is $331,857 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $315,117 to $348,597. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL last sell?

685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL last sold on Feb 3, 2000 for $151,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL?

685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,398 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL built?

685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL?

685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL is assigned to Larsen Middle School (middle), rated C-; Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; 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 685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL compare to other homes in Elgin 60120?

Among the 13,138 homes in Elgin 60120, it is worth more than 67% of them ($331,857 against a typical $302,923), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($237 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,398 ft² against a typical 1,420 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1970 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 48% 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 685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 685 Bennett Dr, Elgin, IL was $5,954. The county assessed it at $30,000.

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