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$495,353$267 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

257 BENNETT LN

DES PLAINES, IL 60016
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,856 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$495K
$466K low$525K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$167,353
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$133,882
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.68%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$228,000
AMERICAN HOME MORTGAGE INC · recorded Sep 9, 2005
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$100,000
BANK OF AMERICA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,045 (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.$33,772 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,210
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,562
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$33,772
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$337,720

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.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
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.Split Level
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

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.

E
Brentwood Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Friendship Junior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Elk Grove High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Township High School District 214

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%

Ownership

Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

257 Bennett Ln 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 more than 91% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Des Plaines 60016

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
$141K$701K

This home is worth more than 91% 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$495,353
CheaperTypical $333,730Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$267
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,856 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,372 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 257 Bennett Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDes Plaines 60016Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$495,35391% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26758% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,856 ft²79% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac23% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than196439% of homes58% of homes

About 257 Bennett Ln

How much is 257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL is $495,353 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $465,529 to $525,177. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL?

257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,856 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL built?

257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL?

257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL is assigned to Brentwood Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Friendship Junior High School (middle), rated B+; Elk Grove High School (high), rated A. All sit in Township High School District 214. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL compare to other homes in Des Plaines 60016?

Among the 21,447 homes in Des Plaines 60016, it is worth more than 91% of them ($495,353 against a typical $333,730), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($267 against a typical $254), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,856 ft² against a typical 1,372 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1964 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 76% 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 257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 257 Bennett Ln, Des Plaines, IL was $7,045. The county assessed it at $33,772.

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