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$434,018$182 / 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 90How 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

7889 BUCK RUN

WATERLOO, IL 62298
3
Beds
5
Baths
2,388 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.
4.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$434K
$391K low$477K high
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.$249,018
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$199,214
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.43%
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.$185,000
SCOTT CU · 2.875% 2 · recorded Oct 22, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,690 (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.$144,770 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,880
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,890
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$138,634
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$434,310

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.8
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Deck · 192 ft²Patio · 192 ft²Porch · 88 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
W. J. Zahnow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 4.1 mi
M
Waterloo Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 mi
H
Waterloo High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

7889 Buck Run 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 82% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Waterloo 62298
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Monroe County
  • Newer than 71% 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.

This home
$108K$661K

This home is worth more than 82% 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$434,018
CheaperTypical $307,863Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $206Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area2,388 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size4.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.43 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1990Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 7889 Buck Run ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterloo 62298Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$434,01882% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18230% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than2,388 ft²93% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.14 ac77% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than200070% of homes71% of homes

About 7889 Buck Run

How much is 7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL is $434,018 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $391,384 to $476,652. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL last sell?

7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL?

7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL has 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2,388 square feet of living space and a 4.14-acre lot.

When was 7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL built?

7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL?

7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL is assigned to W. J. Zahnow Elementary School (elementary); Waterloo Junior High School (middle), rated B+; Waterloo High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Waterloo Community Unit School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL compare to other homes in Waterloo 62298?

Among the 7,136 homes in Waterloo 62298, it is worth more than 82% of them ($434,018 against a typical $307,863), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($182 against a typical $206), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,388 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (4.14 ac against a typical 0.43 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (2000 against a typical 1990). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 81% 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 7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 7889 Buck Run, Waterloo, IL was $7,690. The county assessed it at $144,770.

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