Wheeling City Property Records in Illinois
Wheeling is a northwest suburb of Chicago whose land lies mostly in Cook County, with a smaller part reaching into Lake County. Which office holds a record depends on the parcel's county.
For Cook County parcels, the Cook County Clerk's Recordings Division holds recorded deeds and mortgages, the Cook County Assessor's Office holds valuation data, and the Cook County Treasurer's Office handles tax bills. Assessment appeals go to the Cook County Board of Review. Lake County parcels are covered by the Lake County Recorder of Deeds, the Lake County Supervisor of Assessments and the Lake County Treasurer. Permits and zoning are handled by the Village of Wheeling Community Development Department. Lawsuits are filed with the appropriate Circuit Court Clerk.
Wheeling Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
Wheeling's Crime Rates section shows reported crime in the village, with violent crimes and property crimes listed separately. Violent crime data includes murders, robberies, and assaults. The village reported 1 murder, 4 robberies, and 7 assaults.
Property crime data includes total property crimes, burglaries, and motor vehicle thefts. The village reported 338 property crimes, 81 burglaries, and 39 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts show how many incidents were reported in each category. Readers can use them to see which types of reported crime appear most often in Wheeling and how the totals compare across the categories listed.
What Is the Population Profile of Wheeling
Wheeling's Race and Ethnicity data shows the racial and ethnic makeup of its residents. White residents make up the largest group at 47% (18,243 residents), followed by Hispanic residents at 32% (12,306 residents) and Asian residents at 16% (6,035 residents). The data also includes Black residents at 2%, residents of two or more races at 2%, and other smaller groups.
Wheeling, Ratings Compared Across Illinois 
Wheeling's ratings cover different aspects of life in the village. The highest-rated categories are Access to Parks (A), Diversity (A), and Good for Young Professionals (A). Other notable ratings include Public Schools (A-), Commute (B+), Cost of Living (B-), and Weather (C+). Together, the ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Wheeling.
How Educated Is Wheeling
Wheeling's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (27%), High School (23%), and Some College (12%). The data also includes other available education levels.
When Were Homes Built
Wheeling's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (37%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (34%) and 2000 - Present (16%). The data also includes other available construction periods.
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Wheeling's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 2 Bedrooms (36%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (35%) and 1 Bedroom (17%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.
What Is the Average Age
Wheeling's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (17%), 25 - 34 (16%), and 35 - 44 (16%). The data also includes other available age groups.
Property Market Trends at Wheeling
Wheeling's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $244,600. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,578 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Wheeling's dynamic real estate landscape.