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$274,162$227 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $107,500 on Feb 22, 1994

280 CHAPARRAL CIR

ELGIN, IL 60120
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,208 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.
1996
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$274K
$258K low$290K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$107,500 · Feb 22, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,091 (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.$21,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$21,001
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$210,000

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.31
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.
28
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyCook
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)
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

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

H
Elgin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Hilltop Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.8 mi
M
Ellis Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi

District: School District U-46

Neighborhood · ZIP 60120These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

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.15%
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.51,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,556
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,612
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

280 Chaparral Cir 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 65% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Elgin 60120
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Elgin 60120

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

This home
$172K$587K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Elgin 60120.

How it measures up in Elgin 60120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 60120.

Estimated value$274,162
CheaperTypical $285,070Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,208 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,420 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 280 Chaparral Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 60120Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,16243% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22770% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,208 ft²33% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac13% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than199685% of homes86% of homes

About 280 Chaparral Cir

How much is 280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL is $274,162 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $258,119 to $290,205. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL last sell?

280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL last sold on Feb 22, 1994 for $107,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL?

280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,208 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL built?

280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL?

280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL is assigned to Elgin High School (high), rated D-; Hilltop Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Ellis Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in School District U-46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL compare to other homes in Elgin 60120?

Among the 13,135 homes in Elgin 60120, it is worth more than 43% of them ($274,162 against a typical $285,070), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($227 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,208 ft² against a typical 1,420 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1996 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 35% 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 280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 280 Chaparral Cir, Elgin, IL was $5,091. The county assessed it at $21,000.

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