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$458,470$288 / 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 92How 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 $420,000 on Jul 23, 2024

73 NICHOLAS DR E

DES PLAINES, IL 60016
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,592 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.
1,387 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2017
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$458K
$424K low$493K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$420,000 · Jul 23, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,700 (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.$33,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$330,000

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.34
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.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

Transaction History(2)

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
Cumberland Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Chippewa Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Maine West High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62

Neighborhood · ZIP 60016These 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.126
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.27%
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.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.57,974
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,378 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,073
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,655
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

73 Nicholas Dr E 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 87% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Among the smallest lots in Cook County
  • Among the newest homes in Des Plaines 60016

What homes are worth in Des Plaines 60016

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

This home
$147K$725K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Des Plaines 60016.

How it measures up in Des Plaines 60016

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Des Plaines 60016.

Estimated value$458,470
CheaperTypical $332,735Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$288
CheaperTypical $255Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area1,592 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,370 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size1,387 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built2017
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 73 Nicholas Dr E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDes Plaines 60016Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$458,47087% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28871% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,592 ft²66% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,387 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than2017almost all homesalmost all homes

About 73 Nicholas Dr E

How much is 73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL is $458,470 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $424,035 to $492,905. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL last sell?

73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL last sold on Jul 23, 2024 for $420,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL?

73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,592 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL built?

73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL was built in 2017, making it 9 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL?

73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL is assigned to Cumberland Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Chippewa Middle School (middle), rated B+; Maine West High School (high), rated A. All sit in Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL compare to other homes in Des Plaines 60016?

Among the 21,447 homes in Des Plaines 60016, it is worth more than 87% of them ($458,470 against a typical $332,735), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($288 against a typical $255), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,592 ft² against a typical 1,370 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (1,387 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2017 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 72% 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 73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 73 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL was $8,700. The county assessed it at $33,000.

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