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$915,617$173 / 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 93How 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 $350,000 on Mar 30, 2011

12 BIRCHWOOD DR

PALOS PARK, IL 60464
5
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
5,294 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$916K
$851K low$981K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Mar 30, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,440 (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.$68,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,180
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,820
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$67,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$680,000

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
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.0.35
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

Transaction History(4)

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(5)

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

E
Palos West Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Palos South Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Amos Alonzo Stagg High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Palos Community Consolidated School District 118

Neighborhood · ZIP 60464These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.4.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,182
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.760 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,550
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$146,648
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

12 Birchwood Dr 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 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Palos Park 60464
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Palos Park 60464

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

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$256K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Palos Park 60464.

How it measures up in Palos Park 60464

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palos Park 60464.

Estimated value$915,617
CheaperTypical $528,660Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area5,294 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,418 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.55 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 12 Birchwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalos Park 60464Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$915,61792% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1737% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than5,294 ft²96% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac33% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than198868% of homes82% of homes

About 12 Birchwood Dr

How much is 12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL is $915,617 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $850,583 to $980,651. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL last sell?

12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL last sold on Mar 30, 2011 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL?

12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 5,294 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL built?

12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL?

12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL is assigned to Palos West Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Palos South Middle School (middle), rated A+; Amos Alonzo Stagg High School (high), rated B. All sit in Palos Community Consolidated School District 118. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL compare to other homes in Palos Park 60464?

Among the 3,720 homes in Palos Park 60464, it is worth more than 92% of them ($915,617 against a typical $528,660), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($173 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 96% of them (5,294 ft² against a typical 2,418 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.55 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1988 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 93% 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 12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 12 Birchwood Dr, Palos Park, IL was $14,440. The county assessed it at $68,000.

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