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$289,439$166 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $15,900 on May 20, 1997

8325 FOREST LN

MACHESNEY PARK, IL 61115
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,748 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$289K
$266K low$313K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$15,900 · May 20, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,137 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$72,942 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,569
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$61,373
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$66,335
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$218,826

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.40
31
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.11%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyWINNEBAGO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system 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 · 480 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.

H
Harlem High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Marquette Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 2.0 mi
M
Harlem Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Harlem Unit School District 122

Neighborhood · ZIP 61115These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.12%
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.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,338
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,689 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,170
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,969
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

8325 Forest 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.

  • Worth more than 84% of homes in Machesney Park 61115
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Winnebago County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Machesney Park 61115
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Winnebago County

What homes are worth in Machesney Park 61115

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

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$74K$374K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Machesney Park 61115.

How it measures up in Machesney Park 61115

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Machesney Park 61115.

Estimated value$289,439
CheaperTypical $193,930Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$166
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,748 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,262 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 8325 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMachesney Park 61115Winnebago County
Estimated valuepricier than$289,43984% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16662% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,748 ft²83% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac48% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than199779% of homes85% of homes

About 8325 Forest Ln

How much is 8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL is $289,439 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $266,317 to $312,561. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL last sell?

8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL last sold on May 20, 1997 for $15,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL?

8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,748 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL built?

8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL?

8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL is assigned to Harlem High School (high), rated C-; Marquette Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Harlem Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Harlem Unit School District 122. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL compare to other homes in Machesney Park 61115?

Among the 8,651 homes in Machesney Park 61115, it is worth more than 84% of them ($289,439 against a typical $193,930), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($166 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 83% of them (1,748 ft² against a typical 1,262 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1997 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Winnebago County, it is worth more than 77% 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 8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8325 Forest Ln, Machesney Park, IL was $5,137. The county assessed it at $72,942.

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