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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
$296,036$251 / 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 86How 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 $284,000 on Jun 11, 2025

842 FOREST LN

CAROL STREAM, IL 60188
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,180 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$296K
$253K low$339K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$284,000 · Jun 11, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,579 (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.$87,495 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,283
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$67,212
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$80,493
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,485

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyDUPAGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(2)

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

E
Heritage Lakes Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Glenbard North High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Jay Stream Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Community Consolidated School District 93

Neighborhood · ZIP 60188These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.48

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,975
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,139 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,521
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,788
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

842 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 less than 86% of homes in DuPage County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Carol Stream 60188
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Carol Stream 60188
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Carol Stream 60188
  • Older than 67% of homes in Carol Stream 60188

What homes are worth in Carol Stream 60188

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

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$171K$734K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Carol Stream 60188.

How it measures up in Carol Stream 60188

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carol Stream 60188.

Estimated value$296,036
CheaperTypical $391,157Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$251
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,180 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,766 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 842 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarol Stream 60188DuPage County
Estimated valuepricier than$296,03616% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25185% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,180 ft²14% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac78% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than198133% of homes58% of homes

About 842 Forest Ln

How much is 842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL is $296,036 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $253,374 to $338,698. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL last sell?

842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL last sold on Jun 11, 2025 for $284,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL?

842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,180 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL built?

842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL?

842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL is assigned to Heritage Lakes Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Glenbard North High School (high), rated B-; Jay Stream Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Community Consolidated School District 93. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL compare to other homes in Carol Stream 60188?

Among the 11,585 homes in Carol Stream 60188, it is worth more than 16% of them ($296,036 against a typical $391,157), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($251 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,180 ft² against a typical 1,766 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1981 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of DuPage County, it is worth more than 14% 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 842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 842 Forest Ln, Carol Stream, IL was $6,579. The county assessed it at $87,495.

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