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$173,833$176 / 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 87How 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 $29,900 on Oct 9, 2014

961 COTTAGE ST

SHOREWOOD, IL 60404
1
Baths
988 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$174K
$151K low$196K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$29,900 · Oct 9, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,114 (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.$71,685 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,659
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$63,026
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,585
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$215,055

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.33
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.
71
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.
28
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyWILL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.

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

M
Dirksen Junior High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Lynne Thigpen Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Joliet Central High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Joliet Public School District 86

Neighborhood · ZIP 60404These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.52

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.19,792
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,339 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,659
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,942
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

961 Cottage 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Shorewood 60404
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Reedswood
  • Among the smallest homes in Shorewood 60404
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Shorewood 60404
  • Among the oldest homes in Shorewood 60404

What homes are worth in Shorewood 60404

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

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$243K$672K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Shorewood 60404.

How it measures up in Shorewood 60404

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shorewood 60404.

Estimated value$173,833
CheaperTypical $415,767Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$176
CheaperTypical $189Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area988 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,156 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 961 Cottage St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeReedswoodShorewood 60404Will County
Estimated valuepricier than$173,83310% of homesalmost no homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17614% of homes32% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than988 ft²43% of homesalmost no homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac29% of homes7% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than194130% of homesalmost no homes7% of homes

About 961 Cottage St

How much is 961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL is $173,833 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $151,210 to $196,456. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL last sell?

961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL last sold on Oct 9, 2014 for $29,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL?

961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL has 1 bathrooms, 988 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL built?

961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL?

961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL is assigned to Dirksen Junior High School (middle), rated D; Lynne Thigpen Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Joliet Central High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Joliet Public School District 86. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL compare to other homes in Shorewood 60404?

Among the 7,290 homes in Shorewood 60404, it is worth more than almost none of them ($173,833 against a typical $415,767), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($176 against a typical $189), it is bigger than almost none of them (988 ft² against a typical 2,156 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1941 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Will County, it is worth more than 5% 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 961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 961 Cottage St, Shorewood, IL was $5,114. The county assessed it at $71,685.

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