The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 60177 sells for about $389,900, or $212 per square foot.
Prices are up +4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 31 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,000 a month.
ZIP 60177 — South Elgin
The housing market in 60177 shows steady demand with a median listing price of $389,900. Market activity is driven by family buyers looking for suburban inventory, though specific metrics like months of supply and sale-to-list ratios are not currently published for this ZIP.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking suburban housing with access to local schools and regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 4.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 31 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
ZCTA 60177
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
South Elgin generally reports lower crime rates compared to the broader Chicago metropolitan area, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement maintains a stable presence, and the community is widely considered safe for families.
The area is served by public schools including Clinton Elementary, Kenyon Woods Middle, and South Elgin High School.
The area faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional high winds common to the Midwest. Flood risks are localized primarily near the Fox River corridor, and standard property insurance coverage is readily available.
The area features residential development with proximity to major employment hubs in the Elgin and Kane County region.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Illinois) — Property Tax Assessment (Fair Cash Value): Property is assessed at 33 1/3% of its fair cash value. The tax bill is calculated by multiplying the equalized assessed value (EAV) by the aggregate tax rate of the local taxing districts.
The area provides access to major regional corridors for commuting toward employment centers in the Chicago metropolitan area.
The area includes local parks and proximity to the Fox River trail system and various shopping districts.
The rental market is characterized by a prevalence of 2-bedroom units with steady demand.
The local economy is integrated into the broader Kane County and Chicago-area industrial and service sectors.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with Route 31 and I-90 serving as the primary arteries. Commuters often access the Metra Milwaukee District/West Line in nearby Elgin for transit to downtown Chicago.
Development is focused on infill residential projects and the continued commercial build-out along the Randall Road corridor. Municipal planning emphasizes maintaining suburban character while supporting necessary infrastructure upgrades.
The Kane County Supervisor of Assessments oversees the valuation process, utilizing mass appraisal techniques to ensure equitable property tax distribution. Assessments are updated annually based on market trends and property characteristics.
The area is served by the South Elgin and Countryside Fire Protection District.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns, including wind and hail exposure. Market health is stable, with competitive options available from major national carriers.
Data sourced from US Census Bureau and local ZIP profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
- Slick City Action Park4.714.1 mi
- Santa’s Village Amusement & Water Park4.57.1 mi
- K1 Speed Addison4.314.5 mi
- Safari Land4.217.5 mi
- The Water Works Indoor Water Park4.410.5 mi
- Topgolf Schaumburg4.414 mi
- Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament4.713.1 mi
- Topgolf Naperville4.414.1 mi
- NOW Arena4.47.2 mi
- Cantigny Park4.812.7 mi
- AMC South Barrington 244.39.9 mi
- Santa’s Village Amusement & Water Park4.57.1 mi
- Main Event Hoffman Estates4.27.4 mi
- The Water Works Indoor Water Park4.410.5 mi
- Funway4.411.1 mi
- NOW Arena4.47.2 mi
- Cantigny Park4.812.7 mi
- DuPage Children's Museum4.417.3 mi
- Illinois Railway Museum4.719.5 mi
- Blackberry Farm4.716.5 mi
- Cantigny Park4.812.7 mi
- Pottawatomie Park4.85.3 mi
- Blackwell Forest Preserve4.712.5 mi
- Elgin Sports Complex4.41.9 mi
- East Side Sports Complex4.47 mi
- Villa Olivia4.15 mi
- St. Andrews Golf and Country Club4.37.5 mi
- The Highlands of Elgin Golf Course4.51.6 mi
- Prairie Landing Golf Club4.58.2 mi
- Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club4.39.8 mi
- Goebbert's Farm - South Barrington4.39.1 mi
- Deli 4 You Market4.512 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.312.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides recreational opportunities and scenic trails.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.