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$388,625$353 / 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 91How 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 $151,000 on Mar 12, 1997

985 INDEPENDENCE AVE

SAINT CHARLES, IL 60174
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,100 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$389K
$353K low$425K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$151,000 · Mar 12, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,602 (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.$116,387 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,375
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$80,012
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,239
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$349,301

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.Split Level
CountyKANE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 120 ft²

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

E
Munhall Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
St. Charles East High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Wredling Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: St. Charles Community Unit School District 303

Neighborhood · ZIP 60174These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.30,798
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,043 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,802
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$137,882
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

985 Independence Ave 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 66% of homes in Saint Charles 60174
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Kane County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Kane County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Kane County

What homes are worth in Saint Charles 60174

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

This home
$242K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Saint Charles 60174.

How it measures up in Saint Charles 60174

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Charles 60174.

Estimated value$388,625
CheaperTypical $443,743Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$353
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,731 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 985 Independence Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Charles 60174Kane County
Estimated valuepricier than$388,62534% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35390% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,100 ft²16% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac26% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than197855% of homes46% of homes

About 985 Independence Ave

How much is 985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL is $388,625 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $352,539 to $424,711. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL last sell?

985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL last sold on Mar 12, 1997 for $151,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL?

985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,100 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL built?

985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL?

985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL is assigned to Munhall Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; St. Charles East High School (high), rated B; Wredling Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in St. Charles Community Unit School District 303. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL compare to other homes in Saint Charles 60174?

Among the 10,184 homes in Saint Charles 60174, it is worth more than 34% of them ($388,625 against a typical $443,743), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($353 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,100 ft² against a typical 1,731 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1978 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Kane County, it is worth more than 52% 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 985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 985 Independence Ave, Saint Charles, IL was $7,602. The county assessed it at $116,387.

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