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$361,247$357 / 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 89How 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 $5,200 on Jul 15, 2021

1221 W 55TH ST

COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,012 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.
0.73 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$361K
$320K low$402K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,200 · Jul 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,946 (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.$27,001 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,501
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$13,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,765
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$270,010

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.46
47
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.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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.Bungalow
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.73
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

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.

E
Highlands Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
M
Highlands Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Lyons Township High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Lagrange Highlands School District 106

Neighborhood · ZIP 60525These 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.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.49

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.30,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,324 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$124,530
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$153,507
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

1221 W 55th St 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 less than 72% of homes in La Grange 60525
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in La Grange 60525
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 70% of homes in La Grange 60525

What homes are worth in La Grange 60525

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

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$158K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in La Grange 60525.

How it measures up in La Grange 60525

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Grange 60525.

Estimated value$361,247
CheaperTypical $499,081Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$357
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,012 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,693 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.73 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 1221 W 55th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Grange 60525Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$361,24728% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35767% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,012 ft²11% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.73 ac80% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than195030% of homes35% of homes

About 1221 W 55th St

How much is 1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL is $361,247 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $319,998 to $402,496. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL last sell?

1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL last sold on Jul 15, 2021 for $5,200, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL?

1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,012 square feet of living space and a 0.73-acre lot.

When was 1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL built?

1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL?

1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL is assigned to Highlands Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Highlands Middle School (middle), rated A+; Lyons Township High School (high), rated A. All sit in Lagrange Highlands School District 106. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL compare to other homes in La Grange 60525?

Among the 11,473 homes in La Grange 60525, it is worth more than 28% of them ($361,247 against a typical $499,081), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($357 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 11% of them (1,012 ft² against a typical 1,693 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.73 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1950 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 55% 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 1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 1221 W 55th St, Countryside, IL was $5,946. The county assessed it at $27,001.

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