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$326,888$233 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

948 E LILAC DR

PALATINE, IL 60074
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,405 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$327K
$300K low$353K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,401 (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.$25,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,764
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,236
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$24,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$250,000

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.35
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.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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
Palatine High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Walter R. Sundling Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15

Neighborhood · ZIP 60074These 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.69
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.122
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.96%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,345
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,963 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,834
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,133
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

948 E Lilac Dr 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Palatine 60074

What homes are worth in Palatine 60074

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

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$150K$683K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Palatine 60074.

How it measures up in Palatine 60074

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palatine 60074.

Estimated value$326,888
CheaperTypical $302,797Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,405 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.65 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 948 E Lilac Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalatine 60074Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$326,88855% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23357% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,405 ft²61% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac35% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than196012% of homes53% of homes

About 948 E Lilac Dr

How much is 948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL is $326,888 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $300,355 to $353,421. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL?

948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,405 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL built?

948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL?

948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL is assigned to Palatine High School (high), rated A-; Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Walter R. Sundling Junior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Palatine Community Consolidated School District 15. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL compare to other homes in Palatine 60074?

Among the 12,588 homes in Palatine 60074, it is worth more than 55% of them ($326,888 against a typical $302,797), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($233 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,405 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.65 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1960 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 47% 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 948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 948 E Lilac Dr, Palatine, IL was $7,401. The county assessed it at $25,000.

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