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$328,743$212 / 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 96How 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 $305,000 on May 27, 2022

9042 W EMERSON ST

DES PLAINES, IL 60016
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,549 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.
1,808 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
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.

Valuation

$329K
$315K low$343K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$305,000 · May 27, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,588 (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.$29,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,254
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,246
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$295,000

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.
64
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
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.1967
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.No Garage
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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(3)

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

E
Mark Twain Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Gemini Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Maine East High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: East Maine School District 63

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

9042 W Emerson St 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 less per square foot than 78% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Cook County

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
$146K$721K

This home is worth more than 49% 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$328,743
CheaperTypical $332,071Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $251Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,549 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,376 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size1,808 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 9042 W Emerson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDes Plaines 60016Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$328,74349% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21222% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,549 ft²62% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,808 ft²3% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than196645% of homes60% of homes

About 9042 W Emerson St

How much is 9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL is $328,743 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $314,744 to $342,742. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL last sell?

9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL last sold on May 27, 2022 for $305,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL?

9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,549 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL built?

9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL?

9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL is assigned to Mark Twain Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Gemini Middle School (middle), rated B-; Maine East High School (high), rated B. All sit in East Maine School District 63. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL compare to other homes in Des Plaines 60016?

Among the 21,500 homes in Des Plaines 60016, it is worth more than 49% of them ($328,743 against a typical $332,071), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($212 against a typical $251), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,549 ft² against a typical 1,376 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (1,808 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1966 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 48% 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 9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 9042 W Emerson St, Des Plaines, IL was $7,588. The county assessed it at $29,500.

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