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$458,426$325 / 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 88How 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 $335,000 on Jul 7, 2009

486 N 7TH AVE

DES PLAINES, IL 60016
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,412 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.
1965
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

$458K
$404K low$513K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$335,000 · Jul 7, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,354 (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.$42,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,182
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$34,818
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$420,000

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.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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1966
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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(2)

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

M
Chippewa Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Cumberland Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Maine West High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62

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%

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How this home compares

486 N 7th 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 more than 87% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Des Plaines 60016
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% 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.

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$151K$729K

This home is worth more than 87% 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$458,426
CheaperTypical $331,707Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$325
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,412 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,374 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 486 N 7th Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDes Plaines 60016Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$458,42687% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32586% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,412 ft²53% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac27% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than196542% of homes59% of homes

About 486 N 7th Ave

How much is 486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL is $458,426 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $404,163 to $512,689. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL last sell?

486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL last sold on Jul 7, 2009 for $335,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL?

486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,412 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL built?

486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL?

486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL is assigned to Chippewa Middle School (middle), rated B; Cumberland Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Maine West High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL compare to other homes in Des Plaines 60016?

Among the 21,490 homes in Des Plaines 60016, it is worth more than 87% of them ($458,426 against a typical $331,707), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($325 against a typical $254), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,412 ft² against a typical 1,374 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1965 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 72% 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 486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 486 N 7th Ave, Des Plaines, IL was $8,354. The county assessed it at $42,000.

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