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$478,128$189 / 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 92How 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 $400,000 on Oct 22, 2014

12012 S 71ST AVE

PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,536 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$478K
$441K low$515K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Oct 22, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,802 (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.$39,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$30,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$39,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$390,000

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.49
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyCOOK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
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
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

M
Independence Jr High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
E
Chippewa Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 1.5 mi
H
Alan B. Shepard High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Palos Heights School District 128

Neighborhood · ZIP 60463These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.50

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,154
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,399 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,295
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,130
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

12012 S 71st 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 80% of homes in Palos Heights 60463
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Palos Heights 60463

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

This home
$241K$711K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Palos Heights 60463.

How it measures up in Palos Heights 60463

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palos Heights 60463.

Estimated value$478,128
CheaperTypical $396,289Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area2,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,860 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 12012 S 71st Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalos Heights 60463Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$478,12880% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18930% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than2,536 ft²76% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac51% of homes76% of homes
Year builtnewer than197759% of homes74% of homes

About 12012 S 71st Ave

How much is 12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL is $478,128 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $441,466 to $514,790. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL last sell?

12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL last sold on Oct 22, 2014 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL?

12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,536 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL built?

12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL?

12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL is assigned to Independence Jr High School (middle), rated A; Chippewa Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Alan B. Shepard High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Palos Heights School District 128. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL compare to other homes in Palos Heights 60463?

Among the 5,842 homes in Palos Heights 60463, it is worth more than 80% of them ($478,128 against a typical $396,289), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($189 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,536 ft² against a typical 1,860 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1977 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 74% 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 12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 12012 S 71st Ave, Palos Heights, IL was $10,802. The county assessed it at $39,000.

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