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$330,000$315 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $330,000 on Oct 26, 2026

746 S MERLE LN

WHEELING, IL 60090
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,048 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$330K
$310K low$350K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$330,000 · Oct 26, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,796 (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.$27,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,735
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$20,265
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$270,000

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.49
74
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.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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.1957
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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(4)

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

H
Wheeling High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Mark Twain Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Oliver W Holmes Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 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

746 S 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 85% of homes in Wheeling 60090
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 92% 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$622K

This home is worth more than 55% 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$330,000
CheaperTypical $318,713Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$315
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,048 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 746 S Merle Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWheeling 60090Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$330,00055% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31585% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,048 ft²24% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac41% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than19568% of homes45% of homes

About 746 S Merle Ln

How much is 746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL is $330,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $310,275 to $349,725. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL last sell?

746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL last sold on Oct 26, 2026 for $330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL?

746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,048 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL built?

746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL?

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

How does 746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL compare to other homes in Wheeling 60090?

Among the 11,635 homes in Wheeling 60090, it is worth more than 55% of them ($330,000 against a typical $318,713), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($315 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,048 ft² against a typical 1,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1956 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 49% 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 746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 746 S Merle Ln, Wheeling, IL was $5,796. The county assessed it at $27,000.

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