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$792,443$161 / 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 81How 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 $150,000 on Aug 15, 2006

9508 MELS WAY

UNION, IL 60180
5
Beds
4
Baths
4,908 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.
4.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
17
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$792K
$642K low$943K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Aug 15, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,529 (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.$263,432 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,861
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$237,571
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$238,228
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$790,296

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.40 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Tlog Home
CountyMcHenry
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.76
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
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.Yes

Transaction History(2)

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(1)

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

E
Leggee Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.8 mi
H
Huntley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Marlowe Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Huntley Consolidated School District 158

Neighborhood · ZIP 60180These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.3,015
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.145 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,446
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,187
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

9508 Mels Way 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Union 60180
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in McHenry County
  • Among the largest homes in McHenry County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in McHenry County
  • Newer than 98% of homes in McHenry County

What homes are worth in Union 60180

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

This home
$175K$756K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Union 60180.

How it measures up in Union 60180

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Union 60180.

Estimated value$792,443
CheaperTypical $398,192Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area4,908 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,125 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size4.76 ac
SmallerTypical 1.16 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 9508 Mels Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUnion 60180McHenry County
Estimated valuepricier than$792,443almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16135% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than4,908 ft²97% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than4.76 ac68% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than200892% of homes98% of homes

About 9508 Mels Way

How much is 9508 Mels Way, Union, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9508 Mels Way, Union, IL is $792,443 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $641,971 to $942,915. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9508 Mels Way, Union, IL last sell?

9508 Mels Way, Union, IL last sold on Aug 15, 2006 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9508 Mels Way, Union, IL?

9508 Mels Way, Union, IL has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4,908 square feet of living space and a 4.76-acre lot.

When was 9508 Mels Way, Union, IL built?

9508 Mels Way, Union, IL was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. It is a tlog home home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9508 Mels Way, Union, IL?

9508 Mels Way, Union, IL is assigned to Leggee Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Huntley High School (high), rated A; Marlowe Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Huntley Consolidated School District 158. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9508 Mels Way, Union, IL compare to other homes in Union 60180?

Among the 652 homes in Union 60180, it is worth more than almost all of them ($792,443 against a typical $398,192), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($161 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 97% of them (4,908 ft² against a typical 2,125 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (4.76 ac against a typical 1.16 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2008 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of McHenry County, it is worth more than 98% 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 9508 Mels Way, Union, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 9508 Mels Way, Union, IL was $17,529. The county assessed it at $263,432.

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